Technician I - Clinical Pathology, 2nd Shift

About the role

We are seeking a Technician I for our 2nd Shift Clinical Pathology Team in Mattawan, MI.

Responsibilities

• Performs technical tasks in the conduct of in vivo research studies or support services in accordance with good animal welfare practices.
• Prepares, collects and records research data and specimens in compliance with applicable regulations and SOPs.
• Ensures good welfare and humane care for all animals worked with through gentle, positive human-animal interactions.
• Trains in on-boarding skills which may include biological sample management including labeling, delivery, aliquoting, processing, and verification; cleaning of lab and equipment; preparation, staining, and consolidation of slides.
• Specific skills will be based on each area’s training plan and business needs.
• Collects, documents, reviews, and verifies data on forms, or in electronic data capture systems.
• Reviews documentation of functions performed as part of quality control requirements.
• Uses and maintains instrumentation and equipment.
• Performs all other related duties as assigned.

Requirements

• Education: High school diploma or General Education Degree (G.E.D.) required. Bachelor’s degree (BA/BS) or equivalent in a biological science, preferred.
• Experience: No previous experience required.
• Certification/Licensure: None, unless required by local government.
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills.
• Knowledge of English.
• Ability to manage multiple tasks and priorities to achieve goals.
• Computer skills (e.g., Microsoft Office Suite), commensurate with essential functions, including the ability to learn a validated system.
• Ability to ensure that a safe working environment is maintained by observing all safety procedures and working methods by making proper use of protective clothing and equipment, and by reading, understanding, and following all safety documents issued or notified of.
• Ability to ensure the integrity of the studies and fulfill the regulatory agencies requirements by performing the activities according to the Good Laboratory Practices (GLP), Standard Operating Procedures (SOP), Business Operating Procedures (BOP) and the Institutional Animal Care and Use Committee (IACUC) rules.
• Ability to work extended hours beyond normal work schedule to include, but not limited to evenings, weekends, extended shifts, and/or extra shifts, sometimes on short notice.
• Ability to work under specific time constraints.
• Must be authorized to work in the United States without a sponsor visa, now or in the future.

Qualifications

• Must be authorized to work in the United States without a sponsor visa, now or in the future.

Skills

• Excellent written and verbal communication skills.
• Knowledge of English.
• Ability to manage multiple tasks and priorities to achieve goals.
• Computer skills (e.g., Microsoft Office Suite), commensurate with essential functions, including the ability to learn a validated system.
• Ability to ensure that a safe working environment is maintained by observing all safety procedures and working methods by making proper use of protective clothing and equipment, and by reading, understanding, and following all safety documents issued or notified of.
• Ability to ensure the integrity of the studies and fulfill the regulatory agencies requirements by performing the activities according to the Good Laboratory Practices (GLP), Standard Operating Procedures (SOP), Business Operating Procedures (BOP) and the Institutional Animal Care and Use Committee (IACUC) rules.
• Ability to work extended hours beyond normal work schedule to include, but not limited to evenings, weekends, extended shifts, and/or extra shifts, sometimes on short notice.
• Ability to work under specific time constraints.

Benefits

• Bonus/incentives based on performance.
• 401K.
• Paid time off.
• Stock purchase program.
• Health and wellness coverage.
• Employee and family wellbeing support programs.
• Work life balance flexibility.

Pay

The pay for this position is $20/hr + 10% shift differential USD. Please note that salaries vary within the range based on factors including, but not limited to, experience, skills, education, certifications, and location.

Schedule

This position is for 2nd Shift Clinical Pathology Team in Mattawan, MI.