Neuralink
Veterinary Pathologist
Austin, Texas, United States · Junior · Contract
Sponsorship not specified$111k-$205kDetected 27 days ago
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About the role
- This role ensures high-quality histopathologic data generation and compliance for all research activities supporting the development of Neuralink medical devices.
Responsibilities
- Perform necropsies, tissue collection, and tissue examinations for preclinical studies; ensure high-quality samples for histopathologic evaluation of device implantation sites and other non-target tissues.
- Collaborate with Preclinical study directors, veterinarians, and researchers on the design and execution of safety studies in accordance with FDA guidance and relevant standards; contribute pathology expertise to protocol development, endpoint selection, and study governance.
- Ensure all pathology activities comply with GLP regulations (21 CFR Part 58), including accurate specimen tracking, chain of custody, documentation, SOP adherence, equipment calibration/maintenance, and quality control; support QA audits and potential inspections of pathology data and processes.
- Lead or actively participate in investigations of unexpected tissue findings, adverse events, and device-related abnormalities; perform root cause analysis and contribute pathology data for device design refinements.
- Maintain laboratory equipment, develop and update pathology SOPs and protocols, perform routine quality control, and ensure a safe, organized, and compliant laboratory environment (including BSL-2 practices for handling animal tissues and potentially hazardous materials).
- Support training and mentorship of technical staff, research associates, and junior team members on necropsy techniques, tissue handling/processing, histopathology slide reading, digital pathology tools, and GLP-compliant documentation practices.
- The Veterinary Pathologist will provide critical diagnostic, analytical, and regulatory pathology support for Neuralink's preclinical programs.
Requirements
- Doctor of Veterinary Medicine (DVM/VMD) or equivalent degree.
- Experience working in or supporting a GLP-regulated (or similarly quality-controlled) preclinical environment, with understanding of 21 CFR Part 58 requirements for nonclinical laboratory studies.
- Proven ability to author clear, thorough, well-organized, and defensible pathology reports suitable for regulatory review and inclusion in GLP final study reports.
Nice to have
- Experience evaluating histopathology in the ovine (sheep) model, particularly for large animal preclinical studies of implanted neurodevices.
- Prior experience contributing pathology endpoints and reports to regulatory submissions (IDE, GLP study reports, premarket applications) or participating in FDA interactions/audits related to pathology data.
- Subspecialty training, interest, or certification in neuropathology, toxicologic pathology, or related fields.
- Experience supporting or leading pathology aspects of GLP studies, including coordination with external peer review pathologists and preparation of reports for regulatory agencies.
- Expected Compensation:
- We also believe in aligning our employees' success with the company's long-term growth.
Compensation
- The anticipated base salary for this position is expected to be within the following range.
- Your actual base pay will be determined by your job-related skills, experience, and relevant education or training.
- As such, in addition to base salary, Neuralink offers equity compensation (in the form of Restricted Stock Units (RSU)) for all full-time employees.
- $111,000 - $205,000 USD
Benefits
- Full-time employees are eligible for the following benefits listed below.
- Excellent medical, dental, and vision insurance through a PPO plan
- Commuter benefits
- Equity (RSUs) *Temporary Employees & Interns excluded
- Parental leave *Temporary Employees & Interns excluded
- Flexible time off *Temporary Employees & Interns excluded
Company info
- We are creating devices that enable a bi-directional interface with the brain.
- These devices allow us to restore movement to the paralyzed, restore sight to the blind, and revolutionize how humans interact with their digital world.
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