Histology Technician

4 days ago

Columbia, Missouri, United States Altasciences Full time
Job Summary:

Altasciences is seeking a skilled Histology Technician to prepare high-quality tissue samples for histopathologic evaluation, perform routine hematoxylin and eosin staining, and maintain a clean and organized laboratory environment.

About the Role:

As a Histology Technician, you will play a critical role in our laboratory team, working closely with our skilled professionals to discover, develop, and manufacture new drug therapies.

Key Responsibilities:
  • Maintain and document the use and maintenance of laboratory equipment, ensuring optimal performance and safety.
  • Ensure a safe, clean, and organized laboratory environment, adhering to strict protocols and procedures.
  • Perform paraffin tissue processing, identifying required tissue sample orientation and performing paraffin embedding procedures.
  • Utilize microtomy skills to prepare routine (paraffin embedded) microscopic slides according to standard operating procedures and/or required by study protocols.
  • Perform routine hematoxylin and eosin (H&E) staining, as well as cover slipping microscopic slides.
  • Troubleshoot equipment and/or operation failures, taking prompt action to minimize interruptions.
  • Analyze raw data collection and solve for deviation in standard operating procedures (SOP) and/or protocol requirements.
  • Dispose of hazardous chemicals, generate hazardous chemical lab packs, and data entry to laboratory hazardous chemical records.
  • Order warehouse supplies and data entry to laboratory inventory records may be assigned.
Requirements:
  • Associate's degree (AA), specializing in science, preferred.
  • Work experience includes, but not limited to, at least 1+ years laboratory experience and/or training HT (ASCP) eligible within one year of employment.
  • Identification of tissue organs and/or tissue samples; microtomy skills and routine hematoxylin and eosin staining preferred.
  • Handles and disposes biological and/or chemical substances and wastes in accordance with applicable policies and procedures.
  • Wears appropriate PPE in accordance with policies and procedures.
What We Offer:
  • Health/Dental/Vision Insurance Plans.
  • 401(k)/RRSP with Employer Match.
  • Paid Vacation and Holidays.
  • Paid Sick and Bereavement Leave.
  • Employee Assistance & Telehealth Programs.
  • Employee Engagement Activities.

Altasciences is an equal opportunity employer committed to diversity and inclusion. Our goal is to attract, develop, and retain highly talented employees from diverse backgrounds, allowing us to benefit from a wide variety of experiences and perspectives.

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