Histotechnician

Roche

2d

About The Position

At Roche you can show up as yourself, embraced for the unique qualities you bring. Our culture encourages personal expression, open dialogue, and genuine connections, where you are valued, accepted and respected for who you are, allowing you to thrive both personally and professionally. This is how we aim to prevent, stop and cure diseases and ensure everyone has access to healthcare today and for generations to come. Join Roche, where every voice matters.
You, as a Histotechnician, support the functions of histology in the performance of routine histotechniques and maintain a high level of professional expertise through familiarity with advances in histotechniques. Follows standard procedures and safety policies when performing tasks and applies good documentation practices to maintain records.

Requirements

• High School Diploma or GED + 5 years directly related histology experience
• Associate's Degree (or equivalent 60 credit hours of college coursework) in laboratory science, medical laboratory technology or major in histology + HT (ASCP) Certification) + 2 years directly related histology experience
• Bachelor's Degree + HT (ASCP) Certification + 1 year directly related histology experience
• Ability to read, analyze and following Operating Procedures.
• Knowledge of foundational histotechniques embedding, microtomy, staining and coverslipping
• Knowledge of basic and specialized laboratory techniques

Nice To Haves

• Experience with SAP
• Demonstrated experience with Lean / Continuous Improvement
• Experience with Google products (gMail, gSheets, gDoc, etc), preferred

Responsibilities

• Basic understanding of foundational histotechniques of embedding, microtomy, coverslipping, processing and primary staining.
• Experience with special and advanced staining techniques on automated staining platforms. Receives detailed directions on all work.
• May perform cell block preparation, screening tissue, cryotomy special staining, advanced staining, grossing and tissue processing. May assist in preparation work for complex techniques under the direction of more senior histology technicians.
• Ensure safe and healthy operations, address and report hazards/incidents promptly, and comply with safety standards and reporting tools.
• Perform regulated tasks (OSHA, FDA, etc.), accurately document transactions, and comply with GMP, QSR, ISO, and Roche policies.
• Assist with non-conformance investigations, corrective actions, document reviews, and maintain internal training compliance (95% or above).
• Maintain calibrated equipment, ensure proper equipment maintenance, and keep accurate records, including daily metrics.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Mid Level
• Education Level: High school or GED
• Number of Employees: 5,001-10,000 employees