Job Description

OBJECTIVE / PURPOSE 

Utilizes various techniques to prepare and preserve biological specimens for classroom use, as well as various functions related to the collection and shipping of living materials by performing the following duties:

MAJOR RESPONSIBILITIES AND FUNCTIONS

• Participates in any or all stages of biological specimen preparation, which includes but is not limited to dissection, injection of embalming fluid, and injection of latex to aid in identification of circulatory and other systems.
• Prepares orders for shipment through the mail: Picks specimens from shelves according to order, packs specimens in appropriate containers, prepares and affixes correct labels, records number and weight of items to be shipped, pours holding fluid and stacks containers in designated area for pick-up by the transportation employees.
• Maintains work areas in neat and orderly manner 
• Cross-trains to perform any duties in lab.
• Other duties as assigned.

POSITION REQUIREMENTS

Education: High school diploma or general education degree (GED); or equivalent combination of education and experience. 

Experience: Two years of production experience or combination of education and experience preferred.

Specialized Training/Skills: Many techniques are job specific, and on-the-job-training will be provided as needed. The ability to work with forceps, scissors, scalpels, and other hand tools.