Histology Technician

Description:

• The Histology Technician is responsible for proficiently performing routine histology technique, solution preparation, supply management, maintenance and operation of laboratory equipment and workstations, and good documentation practices (GDP) in recordkeeping, to support Quality Control Product Release Testing. This includes all aspects of routine histology and histochemical stains (special stains), such as: sample receipt and accessioning, initial sample preparation (e.g. rehydration, rinsing, generating labels, etc.), standard grossing and observations, fixation, paraffin and cryo-embedding, paraffin and cryo-microtomy, Hematoxylin and Eosin (H&E) and Verhoeff-Van Gieson (VVG) for product release testing; as well as routine histology testing and histochemistry (Special Stains) of donor biopsies, explants, fresh, in-process, or final product samples for Tissue Services, Complaints, and Research and Development (R&D), as assigned.

• This may include, but not limited to, Masson's Trichrome, PAS, Oil Red O, Gridley's Stain for Fungus, Brown & Brenn Stain.

• Depending on skillset and training, the Histology Technician V may perform immunohistochemical technique for product release testing and to support R&D studies.

• Compliance with standard operating procedures (SOPs), laboratory safety procedures, and maintenance of department databases/files are required.

• Responsible for training colleagues and other cross-functional training activities; troubleshooting histology technique and equipment issues; support equipment validations; continuous/process improvement projects; and the Quality Management System.

Qualifications:

• Histology and Histochemistry (Special Stains) Technique

• Immunohistochemistry Technique, preferred

• Cell Biology and Tissue Structure knowledge

• Laboratory and Chemical safety, and Blood Borne Pathogens training

• Computer Skills: Microsoft Word, Excel, Powerpoint, Outlook required

• Organizational Skills; and the ability to organize and prioritize tasks/projects

• Teamwork and Interpersonal Skills.

• Ability to communicate effectively both verbally and written with all levels of management, internal/external customers, vendors, and those of diverse cultures

• Basic Mechanical skills and lifting up to 20 lbs

• Good visual skills, manual dexterity and eye-to-hand coordination

• Ability to follow SOP's and Work Instructions with attention to detail

• Strong math skills, aptitude for analysis, and technical writing

• Microscopic and Image analysis experience

• Process Improvement experience, e.g. six-sigma, LEAN principles, etc

• GDP training; and experience in working in a GMP, GCP, or GLP environment.

• Familiar with AATB, ISO, FDA, and USP regulations/guidelines, and audits.

• Histology Technician or Histology Technologist (HT/HTL) certified candidates will have the technical skills we are looking for.

Benefits:

Healthcare Insurance: Synectics offers eligible employees and their dependents healthcare coverage through BlueCross BlueShield of Illinois. Eligibility begins on the 1st day of the calendar month following 60 days of continuous full time employment with Synectics. Premiums are subsidized by Synectics.

Dental Insurance: Synectics offers eligible employees and their dependents a dental plan through MetLife. Eligibility begins on the 1st day of the calendar month following 60 days of continuous full time employment with Synectics.

Vision Insurance: Synectics offers eligible employees vision insurance through VSP. Eligibility begins on the 1st day of the calendar month following 60 days of continuous full time employment with Synectics.401(k) Plan: The Synectics Inc. Investment Savings Retirement Plan. Synectics offers all employees who are 21 years of age or older the opportunity to invest in the 401(k) Plan on the first enrollment date that is at least 30 days after employment begins. Enrollment dates are each January 1st, April 1st, July 1st, and October 1st.

Technical Certification Bonus: Synectics is pleased to award its employees a bonus of up to $500 for an approved professional certification. In determining the bonus amount, Synectics will consider the cost of the test(s) for any certification relating to your current position, achieved during your employment with us. Only one Certification Bonus per calendar year may be awarded per employee. Only current, active employees will be eligible to receive this bonus. It will be awarded 90 days after the Synectics office has received documentation confirming the successful completion of the certification.

Synectics is an equal opportunity employer.