Technical Associate I, Histology

MIT • Cambridge, MA

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About The Position

TECHNICAL ASSOCIATE I, HISTOLOGY , Koch Institute for Integrative Cancer Research - Histology Core Facility , to provide technical support for wide-ranging approaches being taken in cancer research and across the MIT research community; employ both routine and specialized histology techniques; utilize both routine and specialized techniques in research area; conduct standard and/or specialized lab techniques and functions to support lab and/or research project or protocol; perform documentation of experimental protocols; perform documentation of experimental protocols. and participates in modification of protocols; work involves routine and nontraditional histological techniques, including tissue processing, embedding, microtomy, cryotomy, and special stains of animal tissue, as well as both automated and manual staining methods; troubleshoot instrumentation and ensuring inventory of appropriate lab supplies; and work in a team-oriented environment in conjunction with other facility staff.

Requirements

• Bachelor’s degree in relevant field
• a minimum of two years of specialized lab experience
• basic computer skills
• excellent organizational, technical, interpersonal, customer service, and verbal and written communication skills
• ability to manage multiple priorities
• meticulous attention to detail and a commitment to producing accurate and high-quality work
• practiced documentation skills
• awareness of basic safety issues and the ability to follow safety procedures and maintain a safe work environment
• the flexibility necessary to work independently and provide technical guidance to students and postdoctoral fellows

Nice To Haves

• HT-ASCP or HTL-ASCP certification or certification-eligibility
• research experience

Responsibilities

• provide technical support for wide-ranging approaches being taken in cancer research and across the MIT research community
• employ both routine and specialized histology techniques
• utilize both routine and specialized techniques in research area
• conduct standard and/or specialized lab techniques and functions to support lab and/or research project or protocol
• perform documentation of experimental protocols
• participates in modification of protocols
• work involves routine and nontraditional histological techniques, including tissue processing, embedding, microtomy, cryotomy, and special stains of animal tissue, as well as both automated and manual staining methods
• troubleshoot instrumentation and ensuring inventory of appropriate lab supplies
• work in a team-oriented environment in conjunction with other facility staff

What This Job Offers

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