Histology Technician II (PRN) - WashU Histology and Innovation Services Center
About The Position
The Washington University Histology and Innovation Services Center (WHISC) is seeking a part-time, as-needed Histology Technician to support animal tissue processing and histopathology services within the centralized animal histology core. This position performs routine and specialized histology procedures for preclinical and translational research studies, including tissue processing, embedding, slide preparation, and quality control. The technician will work collaboratively with WHISC staff and investigators to ensure high-quality specimen preparation while maintaining laboratory safety, organization, and compliance standards. The ideal candidate will possess strong technical histology skills, attention to detail, and the ability to manage variable workloads in a fast-paced research environment; prior experience with animal tissues and core laboratory operations is preferred.
Requirements
- Associate degree or combination of education and experience may substitute for minimum education.
- Histology Technician (1 Year)
- Eye-Hand Coordination
- Histological Techniques
Nice To Haves
- Equivalent of two years college education in biology, chemistry, clinical laboratory science or medical laboratory technology.
- HT(ASCP) or HTL(ASCP) certification.
- Histotechnician (HT) - American Society for Clinical Pathology (ASCP)
- Histotechnologist (HTL) - American Society for Clinical Pathology (ASCP)
Responsibilities
- Prepares histology sections by processing tissue and embedding, cutting, and staining prepared sections.
- Performs special techniques such as immunohistochemical techniques and stains and cutting of frozen tissue.
- Prepares and changes solutions and reagents.
- Performs general maintenance of laboratory equipment.
- Maintains supply and chemical inventories.
- Cleans and prepares staining set and conducts quality control.
- Performs record keeping and clerical support functions.
- Assists supervisor with other duties and special projects as needed.
Benefits
- Benefit eligibility criteria along with any applicable benefits
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What This Job Offers
Job Type
Part-time
Career Level
Mid Level
Education Level
Associate degree
