What are the responsibilities and job description for the Pathology Lab Support Specialist position at Synectics Inc.?
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Healthcare Insurance: Synectics offers eligible employees and their dependents healthcare coverage through BlueCross BlueShield of Illinois. Eligibility begins on the 1st day of the calendar month following 60 days of continuous full time employment with Synectics. Premiums are subsidized by Synectics.
Dental Insurance: Synectics offers eligible employees and their dependents a dental plan through MetLife. Eligibility begins on the 1st day of the calendar month following 60 days of continuous full time employment with Synectics.
Vision Insurance: Synectics offers eligible employees vision insurance through VSP. Eligibility begins on the 1st day of the calendar month following 60 days of continuous full time employment with Synectics.401(k) Plan: The Synectics Inc. Investment Savings Retirement Plan. Synectics offers all employees who are 21 years of age or older the opportunity to invest in the 401(k) Plan on the first enrollment date that is at least 30 days after employment begins. Enrollment dates are each January 1st, April 1st, July 1st, and October 1st.
Technical Certification Bonus: Synectics is pleased to award its employees a bonus of up to $500 for an approved professional certification. In determining the bonus amount, Synectics will consider the cost of the test(s) for any certification relating to your current position, achieved during your employment with us. Only one Certification Bonus per calendar year may be awarded per employee. Only current, active employees will be eligible to receive this bonus. It will be awarded 90 days after the Synectics office has received documentation confirming the successful completion of the certification.
Synectics is an equal opportunity employer.
- Support study setup and preparation.
- Operate specialized printers for scientific supplies (tubes, cassettes, vials).
- Manage metadata and spreadsheets for printing tasks.
- Follow timelines for necropsy-related supply preparation.
- Assist with inventory management and archiving (microscopic slides, tissue blocks).
- Complete paperwork and chain-of-custody documentation.
- Perform daily checks on lab supplies and equipment.
- Work under guidance of senior staff; training provided.
- Environment & Safety
- Lab setting with chemicals; PPE required (gloves, glasses, coats).
- Respirator use not required but optional (N95 or air-purified respirators).
- Must be comfortable in a lab where animal necropsies occur (no direct involvement but exposure to euthanized animals and tissues).
- Ability to work in a lab environment and follow safety protocols.
- Strong communication skills; comfortable asking questions and escalating issues.
- Organizational skills to manage multiple requests and tasks.
- Comfort with basic computer tasks (spreadsheets, data entry).
- Willingness to learn workflows and adapt to changing priorities.
- Background in animal science, veterinary technology, or related field.
- Experience in pathology, histology, or necropsy (bonus, not required).
- Familiarity with GLP documentation.
- Previous lab experience or internship (especially in similar environments).
- Histology certification (HT or ASCP) is a plus but not required.
- Good communicator; proactive in raising concerns.
- Ability to handle multiple requests from different stakeholders.
- Adaptable and detail-oriented.
Healthcare Insurance: Synectics offers eligible employees and their dependents healthcare coverage through BlueCross BlueShield of Illinois. Eligibility begins on the 1st day of the calendar month following 60 days of continuous full time employment with Synectics. Premiums are subsidized by Synectics.
Dental Insurance: Synectics offers eligible employees and their dependents a dental plan through MetLife. Eligibility begins on the 1st day of the calendar month following 60 days of continuous full time employment with Synectics.
Vision Insurance: Synectics offers eligible employees vision insurance through VSP. Eligibility begins on the 1st day of the calendar month following 60 days of continuous full time employment with Synectics.401(k) Plan: The Synectics Inc. Investment Savings Retirement Plan. Synectics offers all employees who are 21 years of age or older the opportunity to invest in the 401(k) Plan on the first enrollment date that is at least 30 days after employment begins. Enrollment dates are each January 1st, April 1st, July 1st, and October 1st.
Technical Certification Bonus: Synectics is pleased to award its employees a bonus of up to $500 for an approved professional certification. In determining the bonus amount, Synectics will consider the cost of the test(s) for any certification relating to your current position, achieved during your employment with us. Only one Certification Bonus per calendar year may be awarded per employee. Only current, active employees will be eligible to receive this bonus. It will be awarded 90 days after the Synectics office has received documentation confirming the successful completion of the certification.
Synectics is an equal opportunity employer.