Senior Associate /Histology Technician

Role Summary

Senior Associate / Histology Technician to work in the Pathology Lab in the Translational Safety & Risk Sciences (TSRS) Department in South San Francisco, CA, reporting to the Histology Lab Supervisor. Responsible for performing histology workflows and ensuring accuracy, quality, and compliance in histology procedures.

Responsibilities

• Perform workflows for histology preparation of specimens, including all documentation in required laboratory information systems and databases, as well as team communications.
• Perform basic and advanced histology procedures (fixation and processing of tissues, embedding, microtomy, H&E staining, special stains, cover slipping, slide scanning, slide QC).
• Review work to ensure accuracy and to ensure adherence to pertinent departmental policies, practices, and procedures.
• Ensure equipment is functional and maintained in good working order, and that lab safety protocols are adhered to.
• Perform all other related duties as assigned.

Qualifications

• Required: Masters Degree or Bachelors Degree and 2 years experience or Associate’s Degree and 4 years experience or High School diploma/GED and 6 years experience.
• Preferred: Education: Associate Degree or equivalent in Biological Science program with 3 years of pathology laboratory experience.
• Preferred: Certification/Licensure: HT (ASCP) or HLT (ASCP) preferred.

Skills

• Experience in histopathology / pathobiology in an industry setting.
• Hands-on experience in a variety of histology-based methodologies and equipment.
• Experience in documentation, including laboratory information management systems usage.
• Comfortable working in a dynamic environment designed to promote frequent interaction and brainstorming.
• Ability to manage multiple projects simultaneously.
• Excellent communication skills.

Education

• Master's Degree or Bachelor's Degree with relevant experience; or Associate’s Degree with 4 years experience; or High School diploma/GED with 6 years experience. Preferred: Associate Degree or equivalent in Biological Science with pathology laboratory experience.