Job Description

Job Title: AIP (Anatomical Imaging and Pathology) Technician – Histology/Necropsy

Schedule:

• Monday–Friday, First Shift

Minimum Qualifications:

1. No degree: ≥4 years of histology experience.
2. OR
3. Associate’s degree in Biological Sciences (or equivalent) + HT(ASCP) certification + 2 years histology experience.
4. OR
5. Bachelor’s degree in Biological Sciences (or equivalent) + 1 year histology experience.

Preferred Qualifications:

• >7 years histology experience (no degree).
• OR
• Associate’s degree + >3 years necropsy/histology experience (HT(ASCP) preferred).
• OR
• Bachelor’s degree + >1 year necropsy/histology experience (HT(ASCP) preferred).

(HT(ASCP) certification is a plus but not required.)

Technical Skills Required:

• Experience in necropsy/histology and lab techniques for rodents (rats/mice) and non-rodents (dogs, NHPs) in a GLP environment .
• Proficiency with electronic data capture systems (e.g., spreadsheets, lab software).
• Strong teamwork, data accuracy, and compliance with SOPs/GLP/EHS standards .

Position Summary:

• Perform necropsy, tissue trimming, processing, slide preparation, staining, and data documentation for preclinical safety studies.
• Ensure compliance with protocols, SOPs, GLP, and animal welfare regulations .
• Support studies ranging from early research to 13-week safety assessments .

Key Responsibilities:

1. Conduct necropsy and histology tasks (study setup, tissue processing, QC, archiving).
2. Maintain supplies/equipment and prepare study materials (labels, forms).
3. Review data for accuracy, troubleshoot equipment/issues.
4. Collaborate with Study Directors, Pathologists, and lab teams to ensure protocol adherence.

Work Environment:

• GLP-compliant lab (safety-focused).
• Interact with pathologists, lab managers, QC teams, and global pathology groups .

Ideal Candidate:

• Detail-oriented with strong organizational skills .
• Able to follow complex protocols and adapt to unexpected findings.
• Communicates effectively across teams.

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