Research Assistant- Pathology

Labcorp•Madison, WI

3d•Onsite

About The Position

Labcorp is seeking a Research Assistant to join our Post Life team in Madison, WI! This role involves training in basic duties of necropsy and/or histology, learning applicable anatomic terms and scientific language, and performing various methods of euthanasia on multiple species according to USDA regulations. The Research Assistant will participate in quality controls, assure correction of errors with documentation, and monitor/track resources. They will utilize computer programs for forms and procedure generation, and systems for data capture. The role requires the ability to multitask and manage time effectively, adapt techniques to new procedures, interpret study protocols, and understand the need for flexibility with changes in processes, culture, and workload. The Research Assistant must report all animal care concerns and be involved in resolution and corrective action when necessary, while maintaining a safe and clean work environment and client confidentiality. This is a full-time position with a schedule of Monday-Friday 7:30am-4:15pm, with flexibility to work overtime as needed.

Requirements

Bachelor’s degree in animal science, biology, chemistry, microbiology, biochemistry OR associate’s degree in veterinary technician

Nice To Haves

6 months or more of experience with small and large animal dissections
6 months or more of experience in animal handling
Comfortable working in animal research facility
Comfortable with performing small and large animal necropsy

Responsibilities

Trains in basic duties of necropsy and/or basic duties of histology
Learns applicable anatomic terms and the use of scientific language
Learns to perform various methods of euthanasia on multiple species according to USDA regulations
Participates in quality controls and assures correction of errors (including documentation)
Participate in monitoring and tracking resources (e.g., equipment, rooms, study supplies)
Utilizes computer programs (forms and procedure generation) and systems (data capture)
Demonstrates ability to multitask and manage time effectively
Adapt techniques to new procedures or particular needs as directed
Learn how to interpret a study protocol
Understands the need to be open to changes in processes, culture, and workload demands
Reports all animal care concerns and becomes involved in the resolution and appropriate corrective action, when necessary
Maintains a safe and clean work environment
Maintains client confidentiality at all times
Performs other duties as assigned