Research Specialist III

Manage the daily operations of the Necropsy Core and its technical personnel.  Coordinates with Core and Affiliate scientists to schedule project necropsies and devise collection protocols. Coordinates with the Division of Veterinary Medicine to schedule colony necropsies and tissue collections for the Tissue Distribution Program. Assists with and conducts post-mortem examinations on non-human primates (and other lab animals); writes reports; packs and ships biological specimens to investigators; inspects and maintains equipment/environment in necropsy suites; orders and stocks supplies; maintains computerized records and logs of banked tissues.

•    Strong written and verbal communication skills.
•    Excellent interpersonal skills; ability to work well with others
•    Strong organizational skills and ability to effectively manage multiple assignments.
•    Proficient computer skills and a working knowledge of Microsoft Word and Excel software applications.
•    Self-motivated and able to work independently

SPECIAL REQUIRED ABILITY FOR INCUMBENTS WHO HAVE CONTACT OR EXPOSURE TO ANIMALS OR ANIMAL TISSUES:
Ability to complete and pass successfully the required occupational health screening referenced in the University's Animal Handler Health Surveillance Program on an annual basis.

REQUIRED BACKGROUND CHECK, PHYSICAL, AND DRUG SCREENING FOR INCUMBENTS WHO HAVE CONTACT OR EXPOSURE TO ANIMALS OR ANIMAL TISSUES:
Selected candidates must complete and pass a background check and an occupational health screening as a condition of employment.  For identified jobs, a drug screening will also be required. The background investigation requires an occupational health screening, and any required drug screening will be conducted after a conditional employment offer has been extended.

REQUIRED EDUCATION:

•     Bachelor’s Degree or Medical Laboratory Certification
•     At least 5 years of experience as a necropsy technician