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Temporary Autopsy Jobs (NOW HIRING)

Histotechnician

Salem, OR · On-site

$32 - $48/hr

Job Type Full-time, Part-time, Contract, Temporary, Internship Description As a Pathology Lab ... Prepares reagents, stains and solutions as necessary for processing surgical, autopsy and cytologic ...

Job Type Full-time, Part-time, Contract, Temporary, Internship Description As a Pathology Lab ... Prepares reagents, stains and solutions as necessary for processing surgical, autopsy and cytologic ...

Histotechnician

Salem, OR · On-site

$32 - $48/hr

Job Type Full-time, Part-time, Contract, Temporary, Internship Description As a Pathology Lab ... Prepares reagents, stains and solutions as necessary for processing surgical, autopsy and cytologic ...

Experience with research autopsy collections. * Experience working with immune comprised mice and ... First Shift (United States of America) Temporary or Regular? This is a regular position FTE ...

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How much do temporary autopsy jobs pay per hour?

As of Jun 5, 2026, the average hourly pay for temporary autopsy in the United States is $18.38, according to ZipRecruiter salary data. Most workers in this role earn between $15.38 and $19.95 per hour, depending on experience, location, and employer.

What is the difference between Temporary Autopsy vs Forensic Autopsy?

AspectTemporary AutopsyForensic Autopsy
CredentialsMedical degree, pathology licenseMedical degree, pathology license, forensic certification
Work EnvironmentHospitals, medical examiner officesMedical examiner or crime lab settings
Employer & IndustryHospitals, medical institutionsLegal, law enforcement, forensic labs
PurposeTemporary or preliminary examinationLegal investigations, cause of death

Temporary Autopsies are conducted for initial or urgent examinations, often in hospital settings, while Forensic Autopsies are detailed investigations for legal purposes, typically performed by specialized forensic pathologists. Both roles require medical credentials, but Forensic Autopsies involve additional forensic training and focus on legal evidence.

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Infographic showing various Temporary Autopsy job openings in the United States as of May 2026, with employment types broken down into 50% Full Time, 25% Part Time, and 25% Temporary. Highlights an 100% In-person job distribution, with an average salary of $38,238 per year, or $18.4 per hour.
Research Fellow - Neurology - Josephs lab

Research Fellow - Neurology - Josephs lab

Mayo Clinic

Rochester, MN

Full-time

Medical, Dental, Vision, Retirement

Posted 16 hours ago


Mayo Clinic rating

7.8

Company rating: 7.8 out of 10

Based on 674 frontline employees who took The Breakroom Quiz

131st of 865 rated healthcare providers


Job description

A Research Fellow opportunity is available in the Department of Neurology at Mayo Clinic, in Rochester, Minnesota. The candidate of choice will work on projects related to histopathology in subjects with autopsy confirmed diseases in order to uncover novel biological relationships between clinical and neuroimaging characteristics of neurodegenerative disease and the underlying brain pathologies. 
A Research Fellow at Mayo Clinic is a temporary position intended to provide training and education in research. Individuals will train in the research program of a Mayo Clinic principal investigator. Qualified individuals will demonstrate the potential for research as evidenced by their training and peer-reviewed publications and should become competitive for national research grants. Proof of English proficiency is required for J-1 Short-Term Scholars, Research Scholars, Professors, Specialists, and Student Interns sponsored by Mayo Clinic.

Why Mayo Clinic

Mayo Clinic is top-ranked in more specialties than any other care provider according to U.S. News & World Report. As we work together to put the needs of the patient first, we are also dedicated to our employees, investing in competitive compensation and comprehensive benefit plans - to take care of you and your family, now and in the future. And with continuing education and advancement opportunities at every turn, you can build a long, successful career with Mayo Clinic.

Benefits Highlights
  • Medical: Multiple plan options.
  • Dental: Delta Dental or reimbursement account for flexible coverage.
  • Vision: Affordable plan with national network.
  • Pre-Tax Savings: HSA and FSAs for eligible expenses.
  • Retirement: Competitive retirement package to secure your future.
Just as our reputation has spread beyond our Minnesota roots, so have our locations. Today, our employees are located at our three major campuses in Phoenix/Scottsdale, Arizona, Jacksonville, Florida, Rochester, Minnesota, and at Mayo Clinic Health System campuses throughout Midwestern communities, and at our international locations. Each Mayo Clinic location is a special place where our employees thrive in both their work and personal lives. Learn more about what each unique Mayo Clinic campus has to offer, and where your best fit is. 

Equal Opportunity

All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, gender identity, sexual orientation, national origin, protected veteran status or disability status. Learn more about the "EOE is the Law".  Mayo Clinic participates in E-Verify and may provide the Social Security Administration and, if necessary, the Department of Homeland Security with information from each new employee's Form I-9 to confirm work authorization.

Must have a Ph.D., M.D., or equivalent doctoral degree in a field deemed relevant by the program. Experience with neuropathology such as immunohistochemistry and neuropathological analyses is preferred.

Research Fellow is appropriate for individuals who have completed no more than one prior postdoctoral fellowship, at Mayo Clinic or elsewhere.


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Mayo Clinic is the largest integrated, not-for-profit medical group practice in the world. We're building the future, one where the best possible care is available to everyone — and more people can heal at home. Our relentless research turns into earlier diagnoses and new cures. That's how we inspire hope in those who need it most. At Mayo Clinic, experts work together to solve the most challenging unmet needs of patients. Our history of innovation dates back almost 150 years, when brothers Will and Charlie Mayo pioneered an integrated, team-based approach to medicine. Today, that trailblazing spirit drives innovations like Mayo Clinic Platform — which powers new technologies to change how care is delivered to all.

Industry

Hospitals

Company size

10,000+ Employees

Headquarters location

Rochester, MN, US

Year founded

1919