Lab Technician - DSRD Necropsy & Histology - Pioneer Data Systems
Groton, CT 06340-5146
About the Job
Position Details:
Our client, a world-leading Pharmaceutical Company in Groton, CT is currently looking for an Animal Technician to join their expanding team.
Job Title: Animal Technician (Histology, Necropsy) / Pharma Industry
Duration: 12 months contract, extendable up to 36 months
Location: Groton, CT
Note:
The client has the right-to-hire you as a permanent employee at any time during or after the end of the contract.
You may participate in the company group medical insurance plan
Job Description:
Lab Technician - DSRD Necropsy & Histology
Summary:
The Necropsy and Histology Technician is responsible for performing accurate, high-quality necropsy/histology study work for rodent and non-rodent safety studies in compliance with the study protocol, Standard Operating Procedures (SOPs), Good Laboratory Practice (GLP) regulations, Environmental Health and Safety (EHS) standards, animal welfare regulations, and departmental policies/procedures.
The pathology data collected and processed on these studies by the Pathology Technician enable candidate selection, first-in-human studies, 13-week studies and early research and target safety and investigative work.
Responsibilities:
Perform all regulatory responsibilities in compliance with applicable regulatory standards
Read, understand and follow the study protocol and understand connection between study protocol and Pristima protocol which is based on the study protocol
Responsible for performing all aspects of the necropsy/histology phase of rodent and nonrodent safety studies including study set up, animal handling and anesthesia/euthanasia, sample collection (e.g. Blood, urine, CSF), necropsy, tissue trimming, processing, slide cutting, staining, data collection and documentation, data quality control review, and preparation of necropsy/histology data for archiving
Ensure proper supplies and equipment are available and suitable for study conduct functions; generate forms, labels, and other materials needed for study conduct as required
Responsible for use, maintenance and calibration of equipment, e.g. balances
Completes self-review of necropsy/histology data for accuracy and completeness against the protocol: appropriately documents and corrects data errors, notifies appropriate study personnel as required
Troubleshoot and solve equipment/technical problems associated with necropsy/histology components of study conduct
Communicate with Management, Study Director, Comparative Medicine and support personnel to ensure compliance with all protocol driven activities, high quality animal welfare practices are followed, and to enable proactive adjustment of the protocol by the Study Director in the event of unexpected events or findings
Minimum Qualifications:
High school diploma and a minimum of 4+ years of relevant experience OR;
Associate's degree /HT, HTL with a minimum of 2-3+ years of relevant experience OR;
Bachelor's degree in Biological Sciences (or equivalent) with a minimum of 1+ years of relevant experience
Training in histology/necropsy and/or performing other laboratory techniques for in vivo studies in multiple species (rat, mouse, dog, NHP) in a GLP environment
Use of electronic data capture systems, spreadsheet applications or other data management systems
Performs effectively as a team member; accurately records data; effectively follows verbal and written instructions; maintains a positive work atmosphere; communicates effectively; and interacts in a professional manner with management, colleagues, and customer and partner groups
The position requires performing ex vivo work and therefore the colleagues must be able to wear appropriate PPE.
They must be able to physically perform the technical procedures that may require lifting, sitting, standing, walking, and bending
Preferred Qualifications:
A minimum of 7+ years of relevant experience in necropsy and/or histology study conduct or
A minimum of 3+ years of relevant necropsy and/or histology experience with HT (ASCP) certification or eligible Associate's degree or
A minimum of 1+ years of relevant experience in necropsy and/or histology experience with a Bachelor's in Biological Sciences and experience with necropsy and/or histology with an HT/HTL (ASCP) certification
HT Certification preferred
Location/Schedule:
This is a fully onsite role in Groton, CT
Monday - Friday; first shift
Our client, a world-leading Pharmaceutical Company in Groton, CT is currently looking for an Animal Technician to join their expanding team.
Job Title: Animal Technician (Histology, Necropsy) / Pharma Industry
Duration: 12 months contract, extendable up to 36 months
Location: Groton, CT
Note:
The client has the right-to-hire you as a permanent employee at any time during or after the end of the contract.
You may participate in the company group medical insurance plan
Job Description:
Lab Technician - DSRD Necropsy & Histology
Summary:
The Necropsy and Histology Technician is responsible for performing accurate, high-quality necropsy/histology study work for rodent and non-rodent safety studies in compliance with the study protocol, Standard Operating Procedures (SOPs), Good Laboratory Practice (GLP) regulations, Environmental Health and Safety (EHS) standards, animal welfare regulations, and departmental policies/procedures.
The pathology data collected and processed on these studies by the Pathology Technician enable candidate selection, first-in-human studies, 13-week studies and early research and target safety and investigative work.
Responsibilities:
Perform all regulatory responsibilities in compliance with applicable regulatory standards
Read, understand and follow the study protocol and understand connection between study protocol and Pristima protocol which is based on the study protocol
Responsible for performing all aspects of the necropsy/histology phase of rodent and nonrodent safety studies including study set up, animal handling and anesthesia/euthanasia, sample collection (e.g. Blood, urine, CSF), necropsy, tissue trimming, processing, slide cutting, staining, data collection and documentation, data quality control review, and preparation of necropsy/histology data for archiving
Ensure proper supplies and equipment are available and suitable for study conduct functions; generate forms, labels, and other materials needed for study conduct as required
Responsible for use, maintenance and calibration of equipment, e.g. balances
Completes self-review of necropsy/histology data for accuracy and completeness against the protocol: appropriately documents and corrects data errors, notifies appropriate study personnel as required
Troubleshoot and solve equipment/technical problems associated with necropsy/histology components of study conduct
Communicate with Management, Study Director, Comparative Medicine and support personnel to ensure compliance with all protocol driven activities, high quality animal welfare practices are followed, and to enable proactive adjustment of the protocol by the Study Director in the event of unexpected events or findings
Minimum Qualifications:
High school diploma and a minimum of 4+ years of relevant experience OR;
Associate's degree /HT, HTL with a minimum of 2-3+ years of relevant experience OR;
Bachelor's degree in Biological Sciences (or equivalent) with a minimum of 1+ years of relevant experience
Training in histology/necropsy and/or performing other laboratory techniques for in vivo studies in multiple species (rat, mouse, dog, NHP) in a GLP environment
Use of electronic data capture systems, spreadsheet applications or other data management systems
Performs effectively as a team member; accurately records data; effectively follows verbal and written instructions; maintains a positive work atmosphere; communicates effectively; and interacts in a professional manner with management, colleagues, and customer and partner groups
The position requires performing ex vivo work and therefore the colleagues must be able to wear appropriate PPE.
They must be able to physically perform the technical procedures that may require lifting, sitting, standing, walking, and bending
Preferred Qualifications:
A minimum of 7+ years of relevant experience in necropsy and/or histology study conduct or
A minimum of 3+ years of relevant necropsy and/or histology experience with HT (ASCP) certification or eligible Associate's degree or
A minimum of 1+ years of relevant experience in necropsy and/or histology experience with a Bachelor's in Biological Sciences and experience with necropsy and/or histology with an HT/HTL (ASCP) certification
HT Certification preferred
Location/Schedule:
This is a fully onsite role in Groton, CT
Monday - Friday; first shift
Source : Pioneer Data Systems