Research Assistant- Pathology

Labcorp • Madison, WI

1d • 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 position also includes participating in quality controls, monitoring and tracking resources, utilizing computer programs and systems for data capture, and demonstrating the ability to multitask and manage time effectively. The Research Assistant will adapt techniques to new procedures, interpret study protocols, understand the need for flexibility with changes in processes, culture, and workload, and report animal care concerns. Maintaining a safe and clean work environment and client confidentiality are also key responsibilities.

Requirements

• Bachelor’s degree in animal science, biology, chemistry, microbiology, biochemistry OR associate’s degree in veterinary technician
• Comfortable working in animal research facility
• Comfortable with performing small and large animal necropsy

Nice To Haves

• 6 months or more of experience with small and large animal dissections
• 6 months or more of experience in animal handling

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

Benefits

• Medical
• Dental
• Vision
• Life
• STD/LTD
• 401(k)
• Paid Time Off (PTO) or Flexible Time Off (FTO)
• Tuition Reimbursement
• Employee Stock Purchase Plan

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Entry Level
• Education Level: Associate degree