Histology​/Necropsy Lab Technician II

Histology/Necropsy Lab Technician II

Requisition :
# of Openings: 1

Location:

US-UT-Logan
Category:
Health & Medical Professions
Position Type:
Benefited Full-Time
Job Classification:
Non-Exempt
College:
College of Veterinary Medicine
Department:
Utah Veterinary Diagnostic Lab
Advertised Salary:
Minimum $39,000 commensurate with experience plus excellent benefits

The Histology/Necropsy Lab Technician II will serve approximately 50% time in each of the necropsy and histology laboratories (total 100% time) of the Utah Veterinary Diagnostic Laboratory. Training will be provided by the department for the two areas.

• Assist the on-duty pathologist in conducting postmortem examinations on deceased animals.
• Keep the necropsy laboratory clean and stocked.

• Embed tissues as necessary.
• Section and stain tissues.
• Perform special stains as requested.
• Maintain operation of tissue processors/other equipment.

• Two years of experience; or an associate degree/vocational training; or an equivalent combination of education plus experience.

Along with the online application, please attach:

• Resume to be uploaded at the beginning of your application in the Candidate Profile under "Resume/CV"
• Cover letter to be typed/pasted at the end of your application

Document size may not exceed 10 MB.

Minimum $39,000 commensurate with experience plus excellent benefits

Work environment is indoors working with fresh and formalin-fixed animal organs/tissues. Exposure to animal organs and bodily fluids. Need to be able to lift 40 lbs and move about for prolonged periods of time. Attention to detail and fine motor skills required.

The Histology/Necropsy Technician will be joining the College of Veterinary Medicine (CVM) at an exciting point of transformation. In 2022 the state of Utah approved the creation of a full four-year Doctor of Veterinary Medicine degree program  CVM has received approval through its accrediting agency, the American Veterinary Medical Association Council on Education, to admit its inaugural class of 40 students in the fall of 2025, and cohorts of 80 veterinary students in subsequent years.

The new college is the only veterinary medical education program in Utah. The CVM is dedicated to providing top-tier education and training to the next generation of veterinarians. Our program emphasizes hands-on learning, innovative teaching methods, and a commitment to excellence in veterinary care. Join our dynamic team and contribute to shaping the future of veterinary medicine.

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