Histology Associate

Inotiv•RTP NC - Davis, NC

1d•Hybrid

About The Position

This position is for a Histology Associate in a drug discovery and development company. The role involves performing routine and specialized histology techniques, including staining, microtomy, trimming, necropsy, and embedding. The associate will work in a laboratory and animal facility environment, with occasional office work and the possibility of weekend, holiday, and evening work. The position can be offered at different levels based on education and experience, with a commensurate salary and benefits package. The company emphasizes a "Play to Win" culture and a commitment to impacting global health.

Requirements

H.S. diploma or equivalent
B.S. degree in Biology or related field
≥ 20 years in Histology
≥ 16 years in Histology
Experience with animal tissue
Proficient with Immunohistochemical stains
Proficiency with histological techniques: microscopy, special stains, tissue processing, embedding, microtomy, and microscopy
ASCP Registered Histology Technician required

Responsibilities

Routine staining (use and programming of autostainer; reagent preparation; use of coverslipper and manual coverslipping)
Immunohistochemical staining (1º and 2º antibody determination; antigen retrieval techniques; reagent prep, including single, serial, and concentration dilutions; develop new antibodies)
Special staining (identify appropriate control; follow and/or modify specified procedure(s); reagent preparation, including single, serial, and concentration dilutions; interpret staining quality; troubleshooting; and develop new staining procedures)
Microtomy (produce quality sections free of aesthetic defects; frozen sectioning)
Review and QC slides
Trimming (tissue identification; trimming per SOP and NIEHS guidelines)
Necropsy (tissue identification; dissection according to SOP w/o trauma; gross descriptions per provided guidelines; timed necropsies)
Embedding (per SOP; use and programming of tissue processors; development of processing schedules)
Work in a team environment with a professional and positive attitude
Other duties as needed