Associate Scientist I, Histology

Arrowhead Pharmaceuticals • Madison, WI

1d • Onsite

About The Position

The Associate Scientist, Histology is a member of the Histotechnology team in the Biology Department. The Histotechnology team supports the Company’s preclinical drug development efforts by designing studies, collecting, preparing and analyzing samples generated by the Company’s animal studies. The Associate Scientist works under the direction of the team lead and employs a wide range routine and non-routine histological methods and analyses.

Requirements

• Bachelor’s in Cell Biology, Molecular Biology, Biochemistry or a related discipline.
• 2 years of experience in a histology lab or research lab environment
• Ability to successfully process valuable/delicate samples
• Ability to apply theoretical knowledge and practical techniques to the preparation of tissue samples for microscopic examination by the pathologist
• Proficiency with necessary equipment, including tissue processors, tissue embedding equipment, microtome, cryostat, cassette and slide printers, and automated slide stainers
• Familiarity and proficiency with staining techniques
• Knowledge of tissue composition
• Advanced computer skills, including Excel and various imaging software
• Ability to take direction, follow protocols and produce and communicate results
• Prolonged periods sitting at a desk/lab workstation
• Must be able to lift up to 15 pounds at a time
• Ability to navigate various locations and settings of the company
• Wear personal protective equipment in laboratories and other areas as required

Nice To Haves

• Degree from an accredited Histotechnology Program
• Certification as a Histological Technician/Technologist with the American Society for Clinical Pathology (HT/HTL ASC)

Responsibilities

• Preparing various tissue samples for automated and manual processing by cutting/trimming, documenting abnormalities, and putting into processing cassettes
• Maintaining lab organization of samples by filing completed tissue blocks and slides
• Microtome and cryosectioning of animal tissues including eye, liver, lung, kidney and adrenal gland, tumor, heart, muscle, gastrointestinal tract, brain at a thickness of 5-7uM
• Routine manual and automated tissue processing and paraffin embedding
• Immunohistochemical and/or immunofluorescence staining
• Assist in the live animal research team with animal necropsy
• Documentation of procedures and results in histology submission form

Benefits

• competitive salaries
• excellent benefit package

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Entry Level
• Number of Employees: 251-500 employees