Necropsy Lab Assistant 1Work with Purpose

• The pay range for this position is $17.00 USD per hour. Please note that salaries vary within the range based on factors including, but not limited to, experience, skills, education, certifications, and location.

We are seeking a Necropsy Lab Assistant for our Safety Assessment site located in Reno, NV.

The following are responsibilities related to the Necropsy Technician 1 position:

ESSENTIAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES:  

• Assist in data recording.
• Ensure the laboratory is clean and orderly.
• Follow Standard Operating Procedures (SOPs), Good Laboratory Practices (GLPs), Health & Safety standards and department policies/procedures in the performance of all duties.
• Receive, label and store laboratory supplies
• Perform basic necropsy and histology support procedures (documentation, solution preparation, labeling, sample container preparation, cassette labeling, slide/block match, block sealing and tissue bagging, etc.) 
• Assist in receipt of samples, in completion of tracking documentation, and in preparation of pathology materials and data for shipment and archiving.
• Assist in ordering supplies.

•    Perform all other related duties as assigned.

QUALIFICATIONS:

• Education:  High school diploma or General Education Degree (G.E.D.) required.
• Experience:  None. 
• An equivalent combination of education and experience may be accepted as a satisfactory substitute for the specific education and experience listed above.
• Certification/Licensure:  None.

•    Other:  Must be able to perform effectively as a team member, accurately record data, follow verbal and written instructions, maintain a positive work atmosphere, communicate effectively, and interact in a professional manner with management, coworkers, and sponsors.  Experience with computer software programs is preferred.