Histology Technician - Pathobiology Part Time
University of Pennsylvania - Philadelphia, PA
posted 3 days ago
About the position
The main roles of this position are to provide technical histology to the Penn Vet Diagnostic Laboratory (PVDL) and the Comparative Pathology Core (CPC). Expert technical support is required in the histology laboratory for the PVDL and CPC (a shared resource within the Abramson Cancer Center), which generates materials for busy biopsy and autopsy services and research. In this role, the employee will work closely with other histology technicians, faculty pathologists, researchers, staff, and resident trainees and main duties include: tissue trimming and embedding; sectioning/microtoming of processed; histochemical staining; instrument maintenance (tissue processor, autostainer, cover-slipper); and distribution and filing of cases, slides, and blocks. The opportunities to trim fixed tissues and aid in optimizing novel antibodies for immunohistochemistry are also potentially available to the right candidate. The employee will also be integral in maintaining quality control/quality assessment protocols and standard operating procedures for CPC and PVDL activities.
Responsibilities
- Tissue trimming and embedding
- Tissue sectioning (microtome) - formalin fixed paraffin embedded
- Histochemical staining
- Maintain SOPs/log books for PVDL and CPC
- Routine maintenance of histology laboratory equipment
- Case material distribution and storage
- Other duties and responsibilities as assigned
Requirements
- Histology Technician: Associate of Science and 2 to 3 years of experience or equivalent combination of education and experience is required.
- Histology Technician Senior: Associate of Science and 3 to 5 years of experience or equivalent combination of education and experience is required.
- Experience with tissue preparation and processing are required.
Benefits
- Comprehensive medical, prescription, behavioral health, dental, vision, and life insurance benefits
- Tuition assistance for employees, spouses, and dependent children
- Generous retirement plans including Basic, Matching, and Supplemental retirement plans
- Substantial time away from work for personal needs
- Long-term care insurance for faculty and staff and eligible family members
- Wellness and work-life resources
- Professional and personal development resources
- Access to University resources and cultural activities
- Discounts and special services for faculty and staff
- Flexible work hours
- Penn Home Ownership Services for eligible employees
- Adoption assistance reimbursement for qualified expenses
