Job Title: Anatomic and Investigative Pathology (AIP) Technician
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. 


 

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System One, and its subsidiaries including Joulé, ALTA IT Services, TeamPeople, and Mountain Ltd., are leaders in delivering outsourced services and workforce solutions across North America. We help clients get work done more efficiently and economically, without compromising quality. System One not only serves as a valued partner for our clients, but we offer eligible employees health and welfare benefits coverage options including medical, dental, vision, spending accounts, life insurance, voluntary plans, as well as participation in a 401(k) plan.

System One is an Equal Opportunity Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex (including pregnancy, childbirth, or related medical conditions), sexual orientation, gender identity, age, national origin, disability, family care or medical leave status, genetic information, veteran status, marital status, or any other characteristic protected by applicable federal, state, or local law.