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Labcorp is seeking a recent or upcoming grad for a Research Assistant position to join our Post Life 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)
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
Minimum Qualifications:
Bachelor’s degree in Animal Science, Biology, Chemistry, Microbiology, Biochemistry OR Associate’s degree in Veterinary Technology
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
About the Team: Post Life Services
In this pre-clinical lab-based role you’ll collect, document, and enter data that includes, macroscopic observations at necropsy, tissue collection and histology procedures.
Pay: $23/hr.
This is a future hire position with an future start date. The ideal candidate would be available to start in May 2027 through October 2027. Candidates who have recently completed a degree or will complete a degree within the next academic year may find this opportunity aligns well with their career goals. #LifeatLabcorp
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) or Flexible Time Off (FTO), Tuition Reimbursement and Employee Stock Purchase Plan. Employees regularly scheduled to work less than 20 hours, Casual, Intern, and Temporary employees are only eligible to participate in the 401(k) Plan. For more detailed information, please click here.
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Skills Required
- Bachelor's degree in Animal Science, Biology, Chemistry, Microbiology, or Biochemistry
- Associate's degree in Veterinary Technology
- Six months or more of experience with small and large animal dissections
- Six months or more of experience in animal handling
- Comfort working in an animal research facility
- Comfort performing small and large animal necropsy
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