Posted:
9/18/2024, 1:21:15 AM
Location(s):
Groton, Connecticut, United States ⋅ Connecticut, United States
Experience Level(s):
Mid Level ⋅ Senior
Field(s):
Medical, Clinical & Veterinary
Why Patients Need You
Pfizer’s purpose is to deliver breakthroughs that change patients’ lives. Research and Development is at the heart of fulfilling Pfizer’s purpose as we work to translate advanced science and technologies into the therapies and vaccines that matter most. Whether you are in the discovery sciences, ensuring drug safety and efficacy or supporting clinical trials, you will apply cutting edge design and process development capabilities to accelerate and bring the best-in-class medicines to patients around the world.
What You Will Achieve
The DSRD Necropsy and Histology Technician is responsible for performing accurate, high-quality necropsy/histology in all aspects of rodent and non-rodent study work with moderate guidance/supervision. They understand, complies with and applies Necropsy/Histology goals, SOP’s and Guidelines including all regulatory, EHS, and IACUC requirements. They possess basic knowledge in veterinary anatomy and histology that they use to support daily tasks. With guidance from colleagues and under supervision, they participate in projects to support the work group and team goals (eg data and/or specimen quality control, user guides, standard operating procedures, lesson plans).
It is your hard work and focus that will make Pfizer ready to achieve new milestones and help patients across the globe.
How You Will Achieve It
In a structured environment, executes necropsy/histology techniques directed by study protocols (regulatory, exploratory, and investigative). Performs all assigned routine necropsy and histology tasks in a timely manner and in agreement with the SOP and guidelines in place, from necropsy room preparation to archival of specimens. Communicates with the pathologist and the pathology laboratory manager to ensure proper collection, handling and submission of specimens as well as proper handling of all supportive documentation, including chain of custody forms for outsourced work. Ensures proper use and preventative maintenance of equipment and laboratory space. Ensures full traceability of their work and of the specimens.
Qualifications
Must-Have
1-year applicable experience and Good Laboratory Practice proficiency; or 1 year A.S.; BS in Biological Sciences (or equivalent) with Good laboratory practice proficiency; or HT/HTL (ASCP) certification and Good Laboratory Practice proficiency.
Nice-to-Have
≥ 5 years of relevant experience in necropsy and/or histology study conduct experience, HT/HTL (ASCP) certification or eligible. A.S.; Biological Sciences (or equivalent) with ≥ 2 years of relevant necropsy and/or histology experience, HT (ASCP) certification or eligible.
B.S.; Biological Sciences (or equivalent) with > 0-1 years of relevant necropsy and/or histology experience, HT (ASCP) certification or eligible.
PHYSICAL/MENTAL REQUIREMENTS
The position requires performing ex vivo work and therefore the colleagues must be able to wear appropriate PPE. They must be able to physically perform the technical procedures that may require lifting, sitting, standing, walking, and bending.
NON-STANDARD WORK SCHEDULE, TRAVEL OR ENVIRONMENT REQUIREMENTS
Weekend/holiday work will be required
Relocation assistance may be available based on business needs and/or eligibility.
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EEO & Employment Eligibility
Pfizer is committed to equal opportunity in the terms and conditions of employment for all employees and job applicants without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, age, gender identity or gender expression, national origin, disability or veteran status. Pfizer also complies with all applicable national, state and local laws governing nondiscrimination in employment as well as work authorization and employment eligibility verification requirements of the Immigration and Nationality Act and IRCA. Pfizer is an E-Verify employer. This position requires permanent work authorization in the United States.
Website: https://www.pfizer.com/
Headquarter Location: New York, New York, United States
Employee Count: 10001+
Year Founded: 1849
IPO Status: Public
Last Funding Type: Post-IPO Debt
Industries: Biotechnology ⋅ Health Care ⋅ Medical ⋅ Pharmaceutical ⋅ Precision Medicine