UNIV - Histology Laboratory Tech - Hollings Cancer Center

Medical University of South Carolina • Charleston, SC

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About The Position

The Biorepository and Tissue Analysis (BTA) Shared Resource (SR) Operations Manager at the Medical University of South Carolina (MUSC) Hollings Cancer Center (HCC) is recruiting for a Histology Technician. Summary: Under direct supervision this individual will perform research histologic procedures on human and animal tissues to include but not limited to routine histology, processing and embedding, special stains, immunohistochemistry/immunofluorescence procedures, and microtomy/cryotomy sectioning for microscopic examination.

Requirements

• A bachelor's degree in a health-related field and one year journey-level work experience in the specialty area; or an associate degree or equivalent training in a health-related field and two years advanced work experience in the specialty area.
• A master's degree in a health-related field and six months entry-level experience may be substituted for the requirements stated above.
• Previous technical supervisory work experience is required for supervisory positions.
• Ability to obtain and maintain a valid driver’s license.
• Computer literacy.
• Ability to work rotating shifts as required.
• Ability to work overtime as required.
• Ability to learn and use new processes, tools and equipment as required.

Responsibilities

• Processing, embedding, sectioning tissue: Under direct supervision this individual will perform research histologic procedures on human and animal tissues to include but not limited to routine histology, processing and embedding, and microtomy/cryotomy sectioning for microscopic examination
• Staining of tissue: Individual will perform staining of tissues with special stains, immunohistochemistry/immunofluorescence procedures, both manual and automated.
• Slide scanning and image acquisition: Individual will set up whole slide scanner for initial image acquisition for chromogenic (brightfield) and immunofluorescence staining.
• Inventory/lab management: Individual will monitor reagent inventory and order as needed.
• Communication of results: Individual will work with colleagues, researchers and supervisor to communicate results, troubleshoot and for clarification when needed.
• Instrument maintenance: Individual will perform general instrument maintenance and schedule preventive maintenance as well as emergency repairs when needed.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Entry Level
• Number of Employees: 5,001-10,000 employees