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Research Study Technician - Pathology (Early Talent)

Labcorp · Madison, WI · Full time

Posted Sep 18, 2026 · We last checked this listing on Oct 6, 2026

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About your past

This role involves necropsy and learning methods of euthanasia on several species. How do you feel about that work?

What they are checking: Whether they have honestly thought about this part of the job and can do it respectfully every day.

Tell me about a lab class where you had to follow precise steps under time pressure.

What they are checking: Whether they can stay careful when the work has a schedule, as necropsies often do.

The schedule is 7:30 AM to 4:15 PM with overtime as needed. How flexible can you be?

What they are checking: Whether they can stay late when studies require it, since necropsy days cannot simply stop.

How do you handle physically and emotionally demanding work over long days?

What they are checking: Whether they have healthy ways to cope with tiring, sometimes hard work.

What would you do

You are unsure whether you trimmed a tissue correctly. What do you do?

What they are checking: Whether they ask before moving on, since mistakes in histology affect the pathologist's read.

A more experienced tech does something that seems to go against USDA rules. What would you do?

What they are checking: Whether they will raise animal welfare or compliance concerns even as the newest person.

About the work

What anatomy or physiology coursework have you taken, and how would it help you in necropsy?

What they are checking: Whether they have the background to learn tissue identification and anatomic terms quickly.

Why is it important to collect every tissue listed in the protocol during a necropsy?

What they are checking: Whether they understand a missed tissue cannot be recovered and leaves gaps in safety data.

How would you keep tissues from different animals from getting mixed up?

What they are checking: Whether they think about labeling and one-animal-at-a-time workflow to protect identity.

What does participating in quality control mean to you as a new technician?

What they are checking: Whether they see quality checks as part of their own job, not something someone else does.

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The full job description

As published by Labcorp.

Labcorp is a global leader in laboratory services, providing the insights and answers that help healthcare providers, patients, researchers, pharmaceutical companies and health systems make confident decisions and improve outcomes. Through our unparalleled science, data, technology and laboratory network, we advance diagnostics, accelerate innovation and help address some of the world’s most important health challenges. As we shape the future of healthcare, we are leveraging advanced technologies, intelligent digital solutions and data-driven innovation across our operations to enhance how work gets done and deliver greater value to customers and patients. With our global scale and deep expertise, you’ll have the opportunity to do meaningful work, grow your career and make a real impact on people’s health around the world. Together, we’re improving health and improving lives. Research Study Technician - Pathology (Post Life) (Early Talent) Labcorp is seeking a recent or upcoming grad for a Research Study Technician position to join our Post Life team in Madison, WI ! Schedule: Monday-Friday 7:30am-4:15pm • Flexibility to work overtime as needed Job Responsibilities: • Trains in basic duties of necropsy and/or basic duties of histology • Learns applicable anatomic terms and the use of scientific language • Learns to perform various methods of euthanasia on multiple species according to USDA regulations • Participates in quality controls and assures correction of errors (including documentation) • Participate in monitoring and tracking resources (e.g., equipment, rooms, study supplies) • Utilizes computer programs (forms and procedure generation) and systems (data capture) • Demonstrates ability to multitask and manage time effectively • Adapt techniques to new procedures or particular needs as directed • Learn how to interpret a study protocol • Understands the need to be open to changes in processes, culture, and workload demands • Reports all animal care concerns and becomes involved in the resolution and appropriate corrective action, when necessary • Maintains a safe and clean work environment • Maintains client confidentiality at all times • Performs other duties as assigned Minimum Qualifications: • Bachelor’s degree in Animal Science, Biology, Chemistry, Microbiology, Biochemistry OR Associate’s degree in Veterinary Technology Preferred Qualifications • 6 months or more of experience with small and large animal dissections • 6 months or more of experience in animal handling Additional Job Standards • Comfortable working in animal research facility • Comfortable with performing small and large animal necropsy About the Team: Post Life Services • In this pre-clinical lab-based role you’ll collect, document, and enter data that includes, macroscopic observations at necropsy, tissue collection and histology procedures. Pay: $23/hr. This is a future hire position with an future start date . The ideal candidate would be available to start in May 2027 through October 2027 . Candidates who have recently completed a degree or will complete a degree within the next academic year may find this opportunity aligns well with their career goals. #LifeatLabcorp Benefits: Employees regularly scheduled to work 20 or more hours per week are eligible for comprehensive benefits including: Medical, Dental, Vision, Life, STD/LTD, 401(k), Paid Time Off (PTO) or Flexible Time Off (FTO), Tuition Reimbursement and Employee Stock Purchase Plan. Employees regularly scheduled to work less than 20 hours, Casual, Intern, and Temporary employees are only eligible to participate in the 401(k) Plan. For more detailed information, please  click here . • Relocation assistance available. Labcorp is proud to be an Equal Opportunity Employer: Labcorp strives for inclusion and belonging in the workforce and does not tolerate harassment or discrimination of any kind. We make employment decisions based on the needs of our business and the qualifications and merit of the individual. Qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, religion, color, national origin, sex (including pregnancy, childbirth, or related medical conditions), family or parental status, marital, civil union or domestic partnership status, sexual orientation, gender identity, gender expression, personal appearance, age, veteran status, disability, genetic information, or any other legally protected characteristic. Additionally, all qualified applicants with arrest or conviction records will be considered for employment in accordance with applicable law. We encourage all to apply If you are an individual with a disability who needs assistance using our online tools to search and apply for jobs, or needs an accommodation, please visit our accessibility site or contact us at Labcorp Accessibility. For more information about how we collect and store your personal data, please see our Privacy Statement .

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