Part-Time HistoTechnician

4 weeks ago

Cambridge, United States Randstad Life Sciences Full time
Job DescriptionJob Description

6 Month Contract

Cambridge, MA

PR: $30-39/hour

PART TIME POSITION 15-20 hours/week - Mondays required, half days. Can mix days worked (i.e. work two 6 hours day, one 3-4 hour day, etc.) Fridays off.

 

Job Summary

We are a translational research and molecular pathology laboratory that is uniquely situated between the oncology drug discovery & clinical units of this company. Our goal is the implemen-tation of innovative cell phenotyping capabilities that reveal unique biomarkers and mechanisms of action that are critical to driving the development of next generation immune-modulatory drugs for the treatment of cancer. In this position, you will be working within the early Translational Oncology group to help drive the development and execution of tissue-based assays by delivering high quality FFPE sections.

 

Job Responsibilities

  • Serve in an exciting role as a laboratory research associate that directly supports our cutting-edge drug discovery programs across our immune-oncology pipeline.
  • Process, embed, and perform microtomy on a variety of tissues, both animal and human.
  • Interact with stakeholders across the department.
  • Be part of a rapidly evolving team that is working to bridge drug discovery with clinical development to move our most impactful programs forward in ways that meaningfully improve patient outcomes in the clinic.
  • Tissue handling and preparation:
  • Prepare rodent and cell line specimens for routine histology and immunohistochemistry assays.
  • Formalin tissue processing via automated tissue processor.
  • Paraffin embedding tissue with proper orientation.
  • Microtomy:
  • Sectioning FFPE tissue blocks (both animal and human tissues) and prepare unstained slides for further immunohistochemistry staining by other laboratory scientists in the department.
  • Histology stains:
  • Perform routine hematoxylin and eosin staining via automated instrumentation.
  • Special stains as required
  • Other duties
  • Perform data entry, sample accessioning and sample tracking
  • General laboratory duties that may include instrument routine cleaning and maintenance, lab reagent inventories, processor fluidics change-outs, etc.
  • Use of laboratory LIMS software to initiate and track work
  • Automated slide scanning using a Leica AT-2 scanner

 

Education & Qualifications

  • Must have a high school diploma or equivalent.
  • BS or associates degree preferred.
  • 2+ years as a histotechnician in an industry or hospital setting.
  • Demonstrates required histotechnologist skill including FFPE microtomy and operation of histology-based equipment.
  • Computer skills including Excel, Word and ability to learn LIMS software
  • Participates in interactions and collaborations within Experimental Molecular Pathology.
  • Recognizes problems related t
  • Receives instructions on work and then independently executes assignments. samples, software, and/or processes and seeks out expertise for proper resolution.
  • Excellent oral and written communication skills.
  • High attention to detail.
  • Effective time management skills.
  • Proficient with Microsoft Excel.
  • Adept at quickly learning new software systems.
  • Right attitude (agile, curious, open-minded, “can-do” mindset).
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