Anatomic Pathology Technician |

Location: Columbus / West Jefferson, OH |

Contract: 6 months (Contract-to-Hire) |

Schedule: Monday–Friday (1st shift; some flexibility desired) |

Compensation: $21/hour + optional benefits |

Job Summary

Our R&D client is seeking a full-time Anatomic Pathology Technician to perform necropsy procedures on small and large animals, prepare tissues for histopathology, and generate data for a variety of studies. This role requires occasional overtime, weekend, holiday, and on-call work.

Major Responsibilities

Technical Responsibilities

• Perform necropsy examinations of small and large laboratory animals, including gross necropsy, tissue collection, fixation, and specimen labeling.
• Handle highly hazardous biological/toxic materials in BSL-2 and BSL-3 laboratories.
• Process tissues for histopathology following SOPs; cross-train in histology (embedding, sectioning, staining) to support workflow coverage.
• Support development and validation of equipment and necropsy procedures.
• Perform dilutions and related mathematical calculations accurately.
• Decontaminate equipment and materials according to safety protocols.

Laboratory & Equipment Responsibilities

• Serve as the technical point of contact in the lab.
• Maintain lab cleanliness and proper upkeep of equipment.
• Manage inventory, order supplies, and handle receipt of materials.
• Perform waste management and operate autoclaves; prepare decontamination solutions.
• Operate and maintain laboratory equipment, including routine calibration and logbook documentation.
• Use electronic databases for sample tracking and necropsy documentation.
• Perform basic data manipulation and reporting in spreadsheet software.
• Set up, validate, and operate laboratory equipment and software as required.

Documentation, Compliance & Safety

• Follow SOPs, protocols, and facility guidelines.
• Record data and conduct quality control reviews in accordance with Good Laboratory Practices (GLP).
• Prepare, maintain, and submit study files and forms per SOPs, quality requirements, and client specifications.
• Identify deviations from standard practices and prepare reports as needed.
• Adhere to all laboratory safety requirements and respond appropriately to alarms and emergency situations.

Leadership & Teamwork

• Train and mentor less experienced staff on specific tasks.
• Serve as a technical co-lead on portions of studies.
• Work independently while contributing effectively to a team environment.

Analysis & Functional Responsibilities

• Perform semi-routine assignments, recognize deviations from standard practices, and maintain technical accuracy.
• Conduct both standard and non-standard tasks under supervision, keeping management informed of progress.
• Verify the accuracy, applicability, and reasonableness of project work and recommend improvements as appropriate.

Required Qualifications

• Associate degree in Animal Science, Zoology, or related biological field plus 1 year of relevant experience (or equivalent combination of education and experience).
• Strong written and oral communication skills.
• Ability to obtain/maintain:
• Biological Suitability Assessment Program (BSAP) certification
• Department of Justice (DoJ) Security Risk Assessment (SRA) approval
• CDC approval to work with BSAT material
• Willingness to work in BSL-2 and BSL-3 environments with appropriate respiratory protection.
• Willingness to receive FDA-licensed and investigational vaccines for occupational exposure.
• Participation in random drug screening.
• Ability to respond to alarms and emergency situations.
• Medically fit to perform lab duties and wear required respiratory equipment.
• Flexibility to work nights, weekends, holidays, and commute between multiple locations.

Desired Qualifications

• Experience in pathology or clinical pathology laboratories.

HRU is an EOE (Equal Opportunity Employer)