Pathology Specialist

Team Description:

The Anatomic Pathology team collaborates with other pathology teams within the Preclinical Department, including Histology, Digital Pathology, and Laboratory Operations. Together, these teams are responsible for the macroscopic and microscopic inspection of tissue samples from our preclinical studies. The Anatomic Pathology team focuses on necropsy, tissue grossing, and macroscopic evaluation of tissue. The Histology team handles tissue processing, embedding, sectioning, staining, and microscopic slide generation. The Digital Pathology team is responsible for Micro-CT scanning, whole slide digital imaging, and analysis. The Laboratory Operations team manages study/data preparation and delivery, specimen tracking, and general maintenance and compliance.

Job Description and Responsibilities:

As a Pathology Specialist on the Anatomic Pathology Team, you will conduct animal necropsies and perform macroscopic evaluations, prosections, and dissections on cadaveric and surgical pathology specimens. You will be responsible for triaging, preserving, testing, and archiving various pathology laboratory specimens. Additionally, you will be expected to document necropsy or macroscopic evaluation findings and other study data in compliance with Good Documentation Practices (GDP). The ideal candidate will develop novel techniques through literature review, implementation, testing, and evaluation, which may include benchtop work or the use of proxies and emerging technologies. Other job responsibilities will include:

• Generating, editing, and reviewing Standard Operating Procedures (SOPs) and related documents
• Organizing and maintaining necropsy rooms and Anatomic Pathology spaces at both Fremont and Austin facilities, including management of specimen and reagent inventories
• Ensuring proper disposal and documentation of hazardous chemicals and biohazardous waste, and maintaining effective communication with relevant third parties
• Complying and assisting with quality initiatives, including audits, follow-ups, site inspections, and process improvements
• Serving as a point of contact for all postmortem examinations, gross procedures, and macroscopic evaluations
• Evaluating and reporting procedural or experimental results in consultation with veterinarians, pathologists and other stakeholders
• Collaborating with cross-disciplinary teams, including engineering, regulatory compliance, and scientific professionals
• Training others in Anatomic Pathology procedures
• Working flexible hours, including off-hours and weekends, and traveling as needed
• Supporting the Histology, Digital Pathology, and Laboratory Operations teams or Preclinical Department as required

Required Qualifications:

• Minimum of 2 years of related experience with structured training in biology, anatomy, or a related discipline
• Associate's degree or higher in biology, anatomy, or a related discipline, or related formal training and experience
• Established experience in routine postmortem examination and tissue grossing (trim)
• Working knowledge of anatomy and physiology
• Experience in identifying gross abnormalities in tissue samples and organs
• Ability to carry out and document experiments consistently, according to SOPs
• Experience working in a highly regulated laboratory environment
• Proficiency in capturing quality macroscopic images using D-SLR photography or high-throughput pathology imaging systems
• Basic computer skills necessary to complete work onsite or remotely (as needed)
• Capacity to work in a streamlined fashion with a multidisciplinary team, in a dynamic environment
• Skilled in making detailed observations, analyzing data, interpreting results, and clearly communicating findings to team members

Preferred Qualifications:

• 5 years of related experience and an advanced degree in biology, anatomy, or related discipline
• Strong command of vertebrate or comparative anatomy or biology
• Established experience in routine postmortem examination, surgical pathology dissection, perfusion, and tissue grossing (trim)
• Familiarity with GSuite applications (e.g., Docs, Sheets, Slides)
• Experience working in a GLP setting

Expected Compensation:

At Neuralink, your base pay is one part of your total compensation package. The anticipated hourly rate for this position is expected to be within the below range. Your actual base pay will be determined by your job-related skills, experience, and relevant education or training.

Texas Hourly Range:
$45 — $56/Hr USD