The Opportunity:

 In this role, you will report to the Supervisor, Onsite Services and will work closely with the Avantor’s Lab and Production Services team of over 1,500 on- and off-site expert personnel – and our customers – to perform customized, mission-based lab work and research protocols that help return time back to science.

Location: Waltham, MA

Shift: Mon – Fri, 7:30 am – 4 pm

Wage: $26-29 per hour

Benefits:

Health and Wellness: Medical, Dental, Vision and Wellness programs (eligible for medical coverage on day 1)

Time Off: Paid Time Off (PTO), and Company paid holidays,

Financial Well Being: Spending Accounts: Flexible Spending Account (FSA), Health Savings Accounts (HSA), commuter benefits, 401(k), tuition assistance, employee stock purchase plan discount,

Added Protection Coverage: To include critical illness, hospital indemnity, accident, legal, identity theft protection, pet, auto and home insurance,

Recognition: Celebrate your peers and earn points to redeem on gifts and products.

What we’re looking for:

A bachelor’s degree in a scientific field required.

Previous experience working in a laboratory environment required.

Knowledge and experience in histopathology, especially tissue sections (microtomy), and digital slide scanning.

Microsoft Office experience required with proficiency in Excel and Teams.  Experience working with sample management LIMS software a plus.

Exceptional planning and organizational skills with meticulous eye for detail.

Excellent customer service focus and ability to work collaboratively.

Problem-solving capabilities & confidence to react promptly to deliver the best service possible.

Self-motivated, energetic, able to work on own initiative or within a team to meet strict deadlines.

Ability to deal effectively and courteously with requests and responding to queries ensuring compliance with standard procedures and practices.

Clear and concise written and spoken communication skills.

Excellent time management skills, ability to be flexible and handle multiple responsibilities/tasks.

Experience working with EHS policies and procedures.

How you will thrive and create an impact:

Avantor’s Lab and Production Services team is a crucial part of the Avantor Services group serving over 500 customers in biopharma, pharmaceutical, educational, industrial, and high-tech industries with customizable, flexible solutions and end-to-end laboratory operations support.

In this role you will handle the following tasks:

Tissue sectioning (microtomy)

Macro dissection of tissues on slides to isolate regions of interest.

Perform basic Histology Stains (Hematoxylin, Eosin, Vimentin, etc....)

Slide scanning to generate digital images for image analysis.

Responsible for day to day upkeeping of various histology equipment for the Translational Pathology Group

Management of laboratory consumables

Execute routine Immunohistochemical (IHC) staining.

Adhere to SHE (Safety, Health, Environment) regulations, PPE (Personal Protective Equipment) policies, Laboratory Compliance standards and follow all pertinent Protocols, Work Instructions, Guidance and Risk Assessments.

Work closely with the scientists in the Translational Medicine labs to receive, accession and track samples from internal Biobanks.

Responsible for tracking human samples in LIMS (Laboratory Information Management System) systems used by Translational Medicine labs.

Independently use sample inventory methods and assist in continuous improvement of our processes for sample handling, requisition, sample tracking and provide training and support for use of LIMS systems to scientists when required.

Be an effective team member in supporting projects to meet their objectives.

Disclaimer:
The above statements are intended to describe the general nature and level of work being performed by employees assigned to this classification. They are not intended to be construed as an exhaustive list of all responsibilities, duties and skills required of employees assigned to this position. Avantor is proud to be an equal opportunity employer.

Why Avantor?

Dare to go further in your career. Join our global team of 14,000+ associates whose passion for discovery and determination to overcome challenges relentlessly advances life-changing science.
 
The work we do changes people's lives for the better. It brings new patient treatments and therapies to market, giving a cancer survivor the chance to walk his daughter down the aisle. It enables medical devices that help a little boy hear his mom's voice for the first time. Outcomes such as these create unlimited opportunities for you to contribute your talents, learn new skills and grow your career at Avantor.
 
We are committed to helping you on this journey through our diverse, equitable and inclusive culture which includes learning experiences to support your career growth and success. At Avantor, dare to go further and see how the impact of your contributions set science in motion to create a better world. Apply today!

EEO Statement:

We are an Equal Employment/Affirmative Action employer and VEVRAA Federal Contractor. We do not discriminate in hiring on the basis of sex, gender identity, sexual orientation, race, color, religious creed, national origin, physical or mental disability, protected Veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by federal, state/province, or local law.

If you need a reasonable accommodation for any part of the employment process, please contact us by email at recruiting@avantorsciences.com and let us know the nature of your request and your contact information. Requests for accommodation will be considered on a case-by-case basis. Please note that only inquiries concerning a request for reasonable accommodation will be responded to from this email address.

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