Veterinary Pathology Assistant I

Description

Texas Biomed is searching for a Veterinary Pathology Assistant I to join our team. This candidate will perform necropsy duties in support of research and to monitor the overall health of the non-human primate colonies on campus.

The Role:

· Maintain, organize, and coordinate activities for the necropsy facility to include scheduling with PIs, research coordinators, biomaterials, and the pathologist on duty.

· Prepare the necropsy room to include verifying animal information, preparing instruments, laying out prelabeled cassettes and containers, and maintaining PPE and supply levels.

· Partner with a pathologist to perform necropsies and handle tissue collections with varying degrees of complexity for cassettes, frozen media, culture media, etc.

· Operate a bone saw for the removal of the brain and/or bone collections.

· Operate a digital camera for taking photos of lesions and download images into the database system.

· Clean, sanitize, and restock the necropsy room as well as appropriately disposing of carcasses and other biohazardous materials.

· Assist as above in the BSL3 necropsy room.

Our Ideal Candidate:

· Bachelor’s Degree in Life Sciences program in which successful completion of anatomy course is required.

· Hands on experience in an anatomy course with accompanying lab performing simple dissections is preferred. A combination of relevant education and equivalent work experience (at least four (4) years) may be considered in lieu of degree.

· AALAS ALAT, LAT, or LATG certification, or Licensed Veterinary Technician, or equivalent certification in the medical field preferred

· Occasional weekend or evening on-call duty may be required.

Who We Are: 

Join our incredible mission to pave the way for a world free from the fear of infectious disease! 

Texas Biomedical Research Institute is pioneering and sharing scientific research to protect you, your families, and our global community from the threat of infectious diseases. Our scientific discoveries create breakthroughs in medical research to provide better overall global health.

Texas Biomed is the only independent, nonprofit infectious disease research institute in the U.S. to combine: 

• The highest-level biocontainment labs for infectious disease and biodefense research
• A federally-designated National Primate Research Center 
• More than 80 years of discoveries advancing diagnostics,  vaccines and therapies
• An entrepreneurial culture and specialized expertise in regulated science required for FDA approval 

What We Can Offer You:

· Employee-centered culture with an emphasis on open communication, job empowerment and trust! 

· Comprehensive health, dental, vision, and life insurance plans for your family (and even your pets)!

· An incomparable employer funded retirement plan with 7% retirement funding starting day 1 (and increases upon years of service)!

· Generous paid time off, with 14 paid holidays including Winter Recess (paid week off the last week of December)

· On-site medical clinic, wellness incentives & paid prescription drug resources to promote health management! 

· On-site gym & wellness programs!

· Flexible work arrangements for work-life balance!

· Dynamic learning environment with opportunities for professional development, mentorship, continuing education (tuition reimbursement) and leadership programs to help you thrive both personally and professionally. 

Other: Work involves strenuous physical activities of various kinds with routine exposure to animals, hazardous substances, potentially dangerous situations, and unpleasant work conditions (e.g. exposure to unpleasant odors or adverse weather conditions). The laboratory environment is managed by stringent safety and health standards and with adherence to protocol, the risk is low.

Texas Biomedical Research Institute provides equal employment opportunities for all qualified employees and applicants without regard to race, color, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, religion, national origin, disability, veteran status, age, marital status, pregnancy, genetic information, or other legally protected status.