Research Assistant- Pathology

Research Assistant- Pathology

Labcorp is seeking a Research Assistant to join our Pathology team in Madison, WI!

Schedule: Monday-Friday 7:30am-4:15pm

• flexibility to work overtime as needed

Job 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)

• Participates 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

• Adapts techniques to new procedures or particular needs as directed

• Learns 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

Minimum Qualifications:

• Bachelor’s degree in animal science, biology, chemistry, microbiology, biochemistry OR Associates Degree in Veterinary Technician

Preferred Qualifications

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

• 6 months or more of experience in animal handling

Additional Job Standards

• Comfortable working in Animal Research Facility

• Comfortable with performing small and large animal necropsy-training provided

Pay Rate $23 per hour

All job offers will be based on a candidate’s skills and prior relevant experience, applicable degrees/certifications, as well as internal equity and market data. 

Benefits: Employees regularly scheduled to work 20 or more hours per week are eligible for comprehensive benefits including: Medical, Dental, Vision, Life, STD/LTD, 401(k), Paid Time Off (PTO), Tuition Reimbursement and Employee Stock Purchase Plan. Casual, PRN & Part Time employees regularly scheduled to work less than 20 hours are eligible to participate in the 401(k) Plan only. For more detailed information, please click here. 

Labcorp is proud to be an Equal Opportunity Employer:

Labcorp strives for inclusion and belonging in the workforce and does not tolerate harassment or discrimination of any kind. We make employment decisions based on the needs of our business and the qualifications and merit of the individual. Qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, religion, color, national origin, sex (including pregnancy, childbirth, or related medical conditions), family or parental status, marital, civil union or domestic partnership status, sexual orientation, gender identity, gender expression, personal appearance, age, veteran status, disability, genetic information, or any other legally protected characteristic. Additionally, all qualified applicants with arrest or conviction records will be considered for employment in accordance with applicable law. 

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