Director of Histology and Microscopy Services

3 days ago

Richmond, Virginia, United States Commonwealth of Virginia Full time
Job Summary

The Director of the Tissue Core will play a critical role in supporting the scientific mission of the Liver Institute. This position will oversee histology procedures, work with the Department of Pathology to develop immunohistochemistry methods, and manage confocal, digital, and fluorescence microscopy equipment. The successful candidate will have a strong background in histology lab management, tissue culture, molecular pathology, and histology research study design and oversight.

Key Responsibilities
  • Oversee histology procedures, including tissue processing, staining, scanning, and SHG imaging
  • Work with the Department of Pathology to develop immunohistochemistry methods
  • Manage confocal, digital, and fluorescence microscopy equipment
  • Collaborate with the VCU Imaging Core and Massey Imaging Core to facilitate imaging of tissue for SSLI members
  • Oversee collection and storage of preclinical tissue and histology, working with the Biorepository staff to ensure safe storage and retrieval
  • Work with the Director of the Biorepository and SSLI IT team to ensure seamless integration of tissue core and biorepository activities
  • Review requests for mouse tissue from external parties and work with the Director of SSLI and Chief Scientific Officer to ensure compliance
  • Ensure timeliness of scanning of patient liver biopsies for Hepatology and work with the Director of Biorepository and Data IT team to ensure compliance and ability to retrieve histology for analytics
  • Develop and maintain a charge master for use of imaging core for different tiers of SSLI members and for grant development
  • Oversee and conduct histology-based imaging studies and image capture/analysis for research projects
  • Maintain equipment related to histological and microscopy studies
  • Meet with SSLI members to facilitate protocol development and set up study implementation and use of core facilities
  • Maintain record of utilization of equipment and services for tissue/histology and link these to grant applications and grant funding obtained using these core facilities
  • Responsible for training activities within the core for use of microscopy and tissue equipment
Requirements
  • Master's of Science in a basic science discipline
  • At least 15 years of experience in histology lab management, with experience in tissue culture, molecular pathology, and histology
  • At least 10 years of experience in histology research study design and oversight
  • Demonstrated experience working in and fostering a diverse faculty, staff, and student environment
Preferred Qualifications
  • Strong problem-solving and time management skills, including ability to prioritize and manage competing priorities and deadlines
  • Ability to continuously assess operations of the unit assigned, identify needs, and direct process improvement initiatives or communication strategies aimed to increase departmental efficiency and effectiveness
  • Excellent customer service skills, written and verbal communications skills, and ability to be proactive in asking questions and seeking guidance when needed
  • Ability to work as part of a dynamic team in a diverse environment

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