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CBSET CBSET

is a preclinical translational contract research organization (CRO) with a 20+-year legacy of supporting medical device and biopharma sponsors through rigorous, science-driven safety and efficacy testing, complex histopathology, specialized toxicology, and both lab-based and consulting services. Backed by Arlington Capital Partners, CBSET is scaling its commercial engine as part of a multi-year aggressive growth plan. This is supported by organic business growth, and a new state-of-the-art facility build that substantially increases the capacity of current capabilities and enables new service lines for the business. Position Summary CBSET is seeking a Veterinary Pathologist Specialist/Trainer with expert necropsy experience to conduct, gross examinations, necropsies, expert tissue collections involving precise excision of medical devices and animal tissues for test article related effects and disease diagnosis, with specimen preparation enabling on-site and off-site pathologist review. Expertise in accurate documentation of gross findings, detailed macrophotography for external FDA review, and protocol driven device measurements at necropsy. This specialist position will provide hands-on necropsy experience and also provide department-wide Pathology training with functional team leaders. The work strengthens technical consistency, documentation, and study readiness across Pathology services for research teams and clients. Key Responsibilities Technical Skills

• Review protocols and contracts to identify technical aspects of necropsy procedures that are critical to the scientific endpoints of CBSET studies
• Conduct necropsies with pathologist focusing on technical attributes of the tissue collection and the documentation to enable the highest quality study. Consult with pathologists in advance of conduct to ensure best practices
• Provide supervision, mentoring, and training for technicians. Oversee staff training including development of training modules, and documentation of specific specialized training events
• Prepare study materials in advance of complex necropsies to ensure proper documentation of device and disease diagnoses
• Support gross review, prosection, specimen orientation, trimming coordination, and special collection workflows as qualified
• Track review status and oversee retrim/recut needs from pathologist requests, as follow-up actions to enable optimal slide production
• Support chain-of-custody, archive retrieval, sponsor return, and report-supporting documentation
• Escalate missing materials, inadequate samples, workflow delays, and documentation gaps Interpersonal Skills
• Coordinate with Necropsy, Histology, Digital Pathology, repository/archive, and study teams Technical Consultation & Capability Development
• Provide role-specific input to study planning and workflow improvement; escalate technical or operational questions to the appropriate supervisor or functional leader Team Leadership
• Provide hands-on necropsy onboarding, training, and competency assessment
• Coordinate department-wide Pathology training plans, competency tracking, documentation, and follow-up with functional leaders
• Partner with Necropsy, Histology, Clinical Pathology, Imaging/Assay, and Operation leads to keep training content current with approved procedures and study needs
• Use training observations, competency results, and recurring deviations to identify practical coaching opportunities and strengthen technical consistency Qualifications Required
• Advanced pathology, histology, necropsy, biomedical, veterinary, or anatomic pathology experience
• Strong organizational skills and ability to manage study materials across multiple workflows
• Ability to follow SOPs and maintain accurate controlled records Preferred
• Pathologists' Assistant training/certification, veterinary pathology support, CRO/GLP experience, grossing/prosection experience, or digital pathology workflow experience Core Competencies
• Practical training, coaching, competency tracking, and communication skills
• Technical accuracy and attention to detail in a controlled laboratory environment
• Clear communication and dependable collaboration across Pathology functions
• Strong organization, documentation discipline, and sound judgment when escalating risks or deviations Physical Demands
• Must be able to perform laboratory procedures, which require talking, hearing, standing or sitting for long periods of time, entering data into a computer, using appropriate instruments, reaching with hands and arms, working in narrow spaces, and wearing safety equipment (Personal Protective Equipment) according to OSHA regulations and company standards
• Specific vision abilities required by this job include close vision, color vision, depth perception, and the ability to adjust focus
• Ability to consistently lift and move at least 50 pounds Work Environment
• Preclinical Pathology laboratories and related study-support areas
• Animal facility and laboratories with moderate noise possible and exposure to hazardous/noxious devices (e.g., needles, scalpel blades, etc.) and chemicals (e.g., anesthetic gases, formalin, alcohols, xylenes, etc.)
• General office working conditions, with generally quiet noise conditions Comments
• May require occasional duties on weekends and/or holidays
• May require occasional travel What CBSET offers
• The opportunity to contribute to the Pathology team and support CBSET's growth and development.
• Comprehensive benefits package Join us as we elevate veterinary diagnostics through expert pathology services combined with innovative training programs that empower veterinary professionals worldwide!

Pay:

$90,000.00 - $120,000.00 per year

Benefits:

401(k) matching Dental insurance Employee assistance program Flexible spending account Health insurance Health savings account Life insurance Paid time off Professional development assistance Referral program Tuition reimbursement Vision insurance

Work Location:

In person