Role Summary The Necropsy Technician II will engage in necropsy support such as set up, perfusion, prosection, preparation of tissues/organs/samples, tissue trimming, tissue/organ accountabilities, sample management and maintaining necropsy equipment. The Necropsy Technician II will also serve as a mentor to entry level Necropsy Technicians. Role Responsibilities • Necropsy study set up including but not limited to data sheet creation, cassette, tube labeling, use of LIMS. • Use of necropsy equipment including down draft tables, bone saw and balance. Troubleshoot equipment for maintenance and procedures. • Collaboration with Study Directions on draft protocols, pre-initiation meetings, and other point technician duties. • Advanced euthanasia including drug administration including, but not limited to, catheter placement. • Advanced prosection of tissues/organs including DRG, spinal cord, and heart. • Sample collection including urine, blood, and CSF. • Necropsy data and book review. • Standard stocking, inventory, and ordering of specialized necropsy supplies. • Use and maintenance of advanced necropsy equipment. • Mentoring and training entry-level necropsy technicians. • Intubation/extubation, induction of anesthesia, and assessing anesthetic depth. • Drug calculations and administration including intramuscular and subcutaneous. Preparation of solutions and fixatives. • Other duties as assigned. Role Requirements • Minimum of 2 years of experience with High School Diploma/GED or 1 year of experience with undergraduate degree in a related discipline preferred. • LAT certification preferred. Ability to handle common laboratory species. • Proficient with Microsoft Office core applications and the ability to learn and use additional applications. • Good written and oral communication skills. • Intermediate understanding of laboratory operations and data collection, knowledge of GLP’s and other federal regulations relating to the care and handling of laboratory animals. • Intermediate understanding of study design and protocols and the ability to efficiently and consistently produce quality tissues/samples to meet protocol endpoints. • Ability to efficiently and consistently produce quality tissue samples to meet protocol endpoints. Behavioral Expectations • Team Player • Self-Motivation • Coachability Special Requirements • This role works predominately in a laboratory setting. There will be exposure to animal pathogens and chemicals. There will be handling of, and/or exposure to, animal tissues and zoonotic organisms. • Ability to don and wear personal protective gear, including N95 masks and respirators. • Physical activity includes lifting (up to 50lbs), carrying (up to 40lbs for up to 50 feet), pushing/pulling (up to 75lbs force), reaching, gripping/pinching, standing and ascending ladders without restriction. • Ability to spend most of the day standing or walking. • Ability to work beyond typical work schedule including, but not limited to, evenings, weekends, extended shifts with short notice.