Job Description
The Histologist position is responsible for operating and maintaining microtome and tissue processing equipment to ensure the production of high-quality tissue slides for use with proprietary RNAscope technology. This role involves organizing workloads, accessioning specimens, tissue embedding, grossing, sectioning, staining, and determining regions of interest based on client requests. The Histologist adheres to all safety, environmental, and infection prevention policies while ensuring compliance with regulatory and accreditation requirements. Additionally, the Histologist provides training and guidance to the histology team.
ResponsibilitiesMaintain and routinely use the microtome to generate FFPE slide sections.Independently recognize and prepare slides containing client-specified regions of interest (ROI) on tissue sections, with a focus on mouse brain regions.Participate in client calls and offer guidance on biological sample preparation for submission, including proper grossing for easy ROI identification.Identify potential issues with received tissue materials and communicate solutions with clients.Re-gross and re-embed tissues for FFPE block generation as needed.Perform H&E staining and scanning.Train other histology members on job-related functions.Occasionally maintain and use the cryostat to generate frozen tissue sections.Essential Skills5 or more years of histology experience in a work setting.Ability to correctly identify and prepare client-requested regions of interest (ROI) on tissue sections.Expertise in tissue grossing and embedding.Experience in writing Standard Operating Procedures (SOPs) and training histologists is preferred.Excellent attention to detail and ability to work with precision and accuracy.Ability to work independently and manage time effectively.Additional Skills & QualificationsBachelor's degree in a relevant field, such as medical technology or a life science.Histology certification by ASCP is preferred.Work Environment
The position is based in a laboratory environment.
Pay and BenefitsThe pay range for this position is $45.00 - $50.00/hr.
Eligibility requirements apply to some benefits and may depend on your job
classification and length of employment. Benefits are subject to change and may be
subject to specific elections, plan, or program terms. If eligible, the benefits
available for this temporary role may include the following:
• Medical, dental & vision
• Critical Illness, Accident, and Hospital
• 401(k) Retirement Plan – Pre-tax and Roth post-tax contributions available
• Life Insurance (Voluntary Life & AD&D for the employee and dependents)
• Short and long-term disability
• Health Spending Account (HSA)
• Transportation benefits
• Employee Assistance Program
• Time Off/Leave (PTO, Vacation or Sick Leave)
Workplace Type
This is a fully onsite position in Newark,CA.
Application Deadline
This position is anticipated to close on Jun 7, 2025.
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