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Necropsy Specialist - Technical Trainer

Gaithersburg, MD

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Job Id:
151308

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Job Location:
Gaithersburg, MD

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Business Unit:
Piper Companies

Division:
Piper Clinical Solutions

Position Owner:
Abby Wyatt

Piper Companies is seeking a Necropsy Training Specialist to join a leading toxicology research organization. This is a full-time, onsite role located in the Montgomery County area. The ideal candidate will have hands-on experience in laboratory animal techniques and a passion for training others in a regulated research environment.


Responsibilities of the Necropsy Training Specialist Include:

  • Deliver training on life and post-life procedures including restraint, dosing, sample collection, necropsy, and DART techniques.
  • Ensure compliance with GLPs, SOPs, and protocols, train staff on proper documentation procedures.
  • Evaluate technical skill competency during training and provide feedback.
  • Assist in developing discipline-specific training programs and in-life training curriculum.
  • Support operational departments in establishing training programs.
  • Write and revise SOPs within areas of expertise.
  • Maintain thorough documentation of training activities in accordance with company SOPs.
  • Demonstrate clear communication and patience in a teaching environment.
  • Participate in process improvement initiatives and assist in developing online training modules.


Qualifications of the Necropsy Training Specialist Include:

  • Degree in life sciences (B.S., B.A., or A.A.S.) preferred; may be substituted with relevant lab experience.
  • Minimum 2 years in a toxicology lab environment.
  • Strong communication skills and proficiency in Provantis and basic computer applications.
  • Skilled in animal handling, dosing, bleeding, necropsy, and DART techniques across species.
  • Experience developing and delivering training programs, including written and oral assessments.
  • Familiarity with teratology training, fetal data review, CT scanning, and ToxIVOS sperm analysis.
  • Proficient in euthanasia procedures (CO₂ and sodium pentobarbital).
  • LAT and IRFM certified (rat & rabbit; external, fixed, and fresh examinations).


Compensation of the Necropsy Training Specialist Includes:

  • Competitive Salary Range: $75,000.00 - $95,000.00 annually, commensurate with experience.
  • Comprehensive Benefits: medical, dental, vision; 401k, paid time off, holidays, and professional development support.


This job opens for applications on 10/3/2025. Applications for this job will be accepted for at least 30 days from the posting date.



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