Pathology Research Assistant

Pathology Research Assistant
Kelly Outsourcing Consulting Group has an opening for a Pathology Research Assistant  for a long-term engagement at one of our Global medical device clients in Cincinnati, Ohio. The role is eligible for medical benefits, paid time off including vacation (PTO), and holidays, 401K, and annual performance reviews. The Kelly OCG team supports Preclinical Research in Vivarium operations and includes twenty team members. If you’re passionate about bringing the latest scientific discoveries to life and are ready to take the next step in your career, trust The Experts at Hiring Experts.
This client is a company that’s leading the way in the medical device industry.
Day shift Monday through Friday
pay $23.00 an hour Purpose of Position
To provide technical and logistical support to Pathology performing and/or assisting with the necropsy and histology phases of studies conducted in-house. Additionally, coordinates both internally and externally executed pathology phases and related materials generated during medical device testing. Responsibilities

• Coordinate necropsies and tissue collection logistics with the Pathologist and the Preclinical Research team.
• Conduct or assist with animal necropsies, including set-up and associated routine and procedures.
• Record data obtained in studies according to established procedures. Ensures that records and raw data are properly maintained.
• Prepare identifying labels and photograph gross specimens, handle and manage collected tissue specimens (e.g., placement into fixative, freezer).
• Assist with tissue trimming/grossing, embedding, section using microtome, and staining of glass slides.
• Operate laboratory equipment (e.g., Faxitron, cassette printers, microscopes) and other instruments and ensure its proper operation and maintenance.
• Request cost estimates from external vendors for histology processing and pathology evaluations, submit for Purchase Order (PO) generation and assist with finalizing invoices.
• Conduct inventory of pathology materials (e.g. fixed tissues, blocks, slides) and coordinate shipment.
• Prepare datasheets and forms, including but not limited to necropsy records, trim records, inventory of pathology materials and chain of custody forms.
• Conducts quality control of procedures performed including review of raw data and review and preparation of study materials to be archived.
• Maintain the necropsy room and histology lab clean and organized and inventory laboratory supplies and equipment and replenish stock as needed.
• Assist with review of SOPs in Pathology processes and related equipment.
• Assist in preparation of Pathology reports (prepare tables, QC data).

Qualifications (Skills & Competencies)

• • Experience working in a pathology/histology laboratory, in research, or veterinary setting.
  • Must be able to regularly communicate with personnel within and outside the testing facility and follow-through on all correspondence.
  • Must be able to understand and follow Standard Operating Procedures.
  • Must be able to regularly read, understand and verify accuracy of study protocols.
  • Meticulous eye for detail; able to spot minor discrepancies/errors and immediately act to correct them.
  • Excellent communication skills, computer proficiency and demonstrate willingness to work collaboratively.
  • Preferred, but not required: Bachelor’s degree in Biology, Zoology, Animal Science, Engineering, Mathematics, or other closely related STEM field.
  • Experience as a prosector. Experience working with large and/or small animal species. Experience in compliance and working knowledge of GLP regulated environment.

 

 

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