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Necropsy Technician (All levels)

Altasciences Columbia, MO Posted Sep 18, 2026
Location
Columbia, MO
Workplace
On-site / per employer
Posted
Sep 18, 2026

About this role

About the Role To provide high quality and timely processing of pathological specimens through gross examinations, necropsies, tissue trimming and tissue processing as specified in company protocols and SOPs. What You'll Do Here Train and become fluent on core SOPs Necropsy Organ weighing Bone marrow smear preparation Tissue trimming Decalcification Use of an Electronic Data Capture System (EDCS) Heat sealing Archiving Quality check (QC) review PA I will train on becoming a Lead Study Technician (LST) Reviewing protocols for correctness Attendance in protocol reviews, pre-necropsy meetings and departmental meetings Complete study set-up Maintaining necropsy suites, including other Pathology lab areas Maintaining instruments and equipment Maintaining facility records (i.e., fridge/freezer storage records, wet room storage records, equipment use logs) Assist with chemical management by maintaining stock and working solutions Assist with waste management Ordering and stocking Specialized necropsies and tissue trimming procedures as required by protocols Fetal reproductive necropsies What You Need to Succeed Bachelor of Science (B.S.) or Bachelor of Arts (B.A.) preferred; Associates degree or additional work experience acceptable 6 months to 1 year biological science or laboratory related work if B.S. or B.A. degree requirement not met Working knowledge of anatomic biology Basic computer skills, MS Office Suite required Proficiency in English including speaking, reading, and writing Advanced Math skills specifically that apply to scientific data Basic bench chemistry Aptitude for pathology and histology techniques Strong interpersonal skills Problem solving skills, Strong attention to detail Participation in company On-Call policy Continual GLP training Work Authorization & Sponsorship Applicants must be legally authorized to work in the United States. Altasciences is unable to provide sponsorship, sponsorship transfers, or visa maintenance for this position.

All applicants must possess valid work authorization that does not require employer sponsorship now or in the future What We Offer Altasciences offers a wide variety of benefits to help our employees live healthy and fulfilling lives both at and outside of work. Altasciences' Benefits Package Includes: Health/Dental/Vision Insurance Plans 401(k)/RRSP with Employer Match Paid Vacation and Holidays Paid Sick and Bereavement Leave Employee Assistance & Telehealth Programs Altasciences' Incentive Programs Include: Training & Development Programs Employee Referral Bonus Program Annual Performance Review

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