Anatomic and Investigative Pathology (AIP) Technician
Joulé
Groton, CT
Location: Groton, CT
Type: Contract
Responsibilities
• Perform all regulatory responsibilities in compliance with applicable regulatory standards.
• Read, understand and follow the study protocol and understand connection between study
protocol and Pristima protocol which is based on the study protocol.
• Responsible for performing all aspects of the necropsy/histology phase of rodent and nonrodent
safety studies including study set up, necropsy, tissue trimming, processing, slide cutting, staining, data collection and documentation, data quality control review, and preparation of necropsy/histology data for archiving.
• Ensure proper supplies and equipment are available and suitable for study conduct functions; generate forms, labels, and other materials needed for study conduct as required.
• Completes self-review of necropsy/histology data for accuracy and completeness against
the protocol; appropriately documents and corrects data errors, notifies appropriate study personnel as required.
• Troubleshoot and solve equipment/technical problems associated with necropsy/histology components of study conduct.
• Communicate with Management, Study Director, Comparative Medicine and support personnel to ensure compliance with all protocol driven activities, high quality animal welfare practices are followed, and to enable proactive adjustment of the protocol by the Study Director in the event of unexpected events or findings.
Requirements
Minimum
• ? 4 years applicable histology experience; or Associates degree, Biological Sciences (or equivalent) with HT (ASCP) with 2 years applicable histology experience; or B.S., Biological Sciences (or equivalent) with 1 year applicable histology experience.
Preferred:
• > 7 years applicable histology experience, or Associates degree, Biological Sciences (or equivalent) with >3 years of relevant necropsy and/ histology experience, HT (ASCP) certification or eligible
• B.S., Biological Sciences (or equivalent) with > 1 year of relevant necropsy and/or histology experience, HT (ASCP)
HT Certification preferred but not required
TECHNICAL SKILLS REQUIREMENTS
• Training in histology/necropsy and/or performing other laboratory techniques for in vivo
studies in multiple species (rat, mouse, dog, NHP) in a GLP environment
• Use of electronic data capture systems, spreadsheet applications or other data management
Systems
• Performs effectively as a team member; accurately records data; effectively follows verbal and written instructions; maintains a positive work atmosphere; communicates effectively; and interacts in a professional manner with management, colleagues, and customer and partner groups.
Benefits
System One offers eligible employees health and welfare benefits coverage options, including medical, dental, vision, spending accounts, life insurance, voluntary plans, and participation in a 401(k) plan.
Ref: #568-Clinical
About the Company
Joulé
Our Story
Impacting lives. It's in our DNA.
At Joulé, we believe our world is filled with possibilities – where character, integrity and commitment drive our purpose. For over 30 years, Joulé has been a trusted partner to industry leading clinical, scientific, and healthcare organizations by providing innovative workforce solutions and delivering top talent. Operating at the forefront of the life sciences arena, Joulé’s relentless approach enables our clients to rapidly and effectively execute critical initiatives and major projects. Joulé is a System One division.
Joulé consists of multiple business lines working together for client success: scientific, clinical, and healthcare recruiting plus equipment services.
Since our existence, we’ve excelled in these specialized markets, and in recent years we have further narrowed the Joulé brand to exclusively represent these arenas. Joulé's services are backed by the considerable reach and resources of our parent company, System One.
The Business of Science
Way back before STEM was a trend, Joulé established its roots in scientific and technical disciplines. We began life as an engineering services firm, but our business has evolved considerably to where it stands today:
- A leader in specialized workforce solutions and integrated services
- One of the top ten largest clinical and scientific staffing firms in the U.S.
- An ISO-certified provider of laboratory and facility support
- An advocate for scientific, clinical, and healthcare clients and candidates alike
National Reach with Local Expertise
Working at the intersection of business and science, we make it easier to recruit and deploy talent for ongoing work and on-demand projects in a host of disciplines. We’re still writing our story, but our future is built on a foundation of quality delivery and personalized service.