Veterinary Pathology Assistant I (Necropsy Tech)

Texas Biomed is searching for a Veterinary Pathology Assistant I to join our team. This candidate will perform necropsy duties in support of research and to monitor the overall health of the non-human primate colonies on campus.

The Role:

• Operate a digital camera for taking photos of lesions and download images into the database system.
• Prepare the necropsy room to include verifying animal information, preparing instruments, laying out prelabeled cassettes and containers, and maintaining PPE and supply levels.
• Maintain, organize, and coordinate activities for the necropsy facility to include scheduling with PIs, research coordinators, biomaterials, and the pathologist on duty.
• Clean, sanitize, and restock the necropsy room as well as appropriately disposing of carcasses and other biohazardous materials.
• Assist as above in the BSL3 necropsy room.
• Operate a bone saw for the removal of the brain and/or bone collections.
• Partner with a pathologist to perform necropsies and handle tissue collections with varying degrees of complexity for cassettes, frozen media, culture media, etc.

Our Ideal Candidate:

• Occasional weekend or evening on-call duty may be required.
• Hands on experience in an anatomy course with accompanying lab performing simple dissections is preferred. A combination of relevant education and equivalent work experience (at least four (4) years) may be considered in lieu of degree.
• AALAS ALAT, LAT, or LATG certification, or Licensed Veterinary Technician, or equivalent certification in the medical field preferred
• Bachelor’s Degree in Life Sciences program in which successful completion of anatomy course is required.

Who We Are:
Texas Biomedical Research Institute is one of the world's leading independent biomedical research institutions dedicated to advancing global human health through innovative biomedical research. Texas Biomed aims to unravel the mysteries of infectious diseases through innovative thinking, creative problem solving and cutting edge technologies.

What we can offer you:

• Competitive Pay
• We are proud of our commitment to Diversity, Equity, Inclusion and Belonging!
• Full insurance benefits
• Holidays, PTO and a paid week for the last week of December
• 7% Employer-Funded retirement contribution starting day one

Other: Work involves strenuous physical activities of various kinds with routine exposure to animals, hazardous substances, potentially dangerous situations, and unpleasant work conditions (e.g. exposure to unpleasant odors or adverse weather conditions). The laboratory environment is managed by stringent safety and health standards and with adherence to protocol, the risk is low.

**All new hires must be fully vaccinated for COVID-19 including booster if eligible, and able to provide vaccination record.