Associate Histology Technician

Inotiv; Maryland Heights, Northern (MO, KY); Hybrid; USD 45,000 - 65,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health and dental coverage

401K participation

Paid time off

Parental leave

Job summary

Inotiv is seeking a detail-oriented histology technician to perform tissue trimming and processing in a laboratory setting. You will document observations, maintain files, and ensure data meets SOP requirements.

You will operate tissue processing equipment, perform routine maintenance, and escalate deviations to management. The role requires a college diploma or science coursework and the ability to work under safety protocols in an office/lab environment.

Qualifications

• Requires college diploma or equivalent science coursework.
• Experience with tissue processing preferred.
• Ability to follow extensive safety protocols.

Responsibilities

• Identify anatomical landmarks for wet tissue.
• Perform Tissue Trimming.
• Record gross tissue observations found at trim.
• Document all study and laboratory activities per compliance.
• Maintain study data files and specimens in an organized, confidential fashion.
• Review study documentation for proper data recording and SOP compliance.
• Operate and understand tissue processing equipment.
• Perform preventive maintenance, monitoring, and calibration of lab equipment.
• Communicate protocol deviations to management.
• Follow all company safety requirements.

Skills

Organizational skills

Multitasking

Microsoft Office

Communication

Education

College Diploma or science coursework

Job description

Essential Duties and Responsibilities

• Ability to identify anatomical landmarks for wet tissue
• Perform Tissue Trimming
• Record Gross tissue observations found at trim
• Document all study and laboratory activities as required for compliance
• Maintain study data files and specimens in an organized and confidential fashion
• Review study documentation for proper data recording and for compliance with SOPs.
• Operate and understand tissue processing equipment
• Performing preventative maintenance, monitoring, and calibration of laboratory equipment as assigned.
• Timely communication to area management (e.g., the Histology Operations Manager or Histology supervisor) regarding any protocol deviations or significant SOP deviations.
• Follow all company safety requirements.

Skills and Abilities

• Good organizational skills
• Ability to multitask and work with the minimal supervision
• Experience using Microsoft Office (Word, Excel, Outlook)
• Ability to communicate with management, co-workers and other teams

Education and Experience

College Diploma or equivalent science level courses, lab experience preferred.

Required experience must also reflect the Skills and Responsibilities outlined below.

Physical Activity and Working Conditions

Work is normally performed in a typical interior office work or laboratory environment.

Work environment involves exposure to potentially dangerous materials and situations that require following extensive safety precautions and may include use of protective equipment.

The noise level is usually moderate.

This position will frequently be involved with sharps, solvents, irritants, acids, bases, and other hazardous chemicals, flammable materials and bio-hazards.

Due to exposure to hazardous biological material (which may include HPB positive specimens), immunization to Hepatitis B and/or other diseases may be a requirement.

Salary and Benefits

Salary will be commensurate with experience and responsibilities.

Benefits include health and dental coverage, short- and long-term disability, paid time off, paid parental leave, 401K participation with company match, and more!

Benefits include health and dental coverage, short- and long-term disability, paid time off, paid parental leave, 401K, and more!

Inotiv is an Equal Opportunity Employer. It is our policy to provide a fair and equal employment opportunity to all persons, regardless of age, race, color, religion, gender, gender identity, sexual orientation, physical or mental disability, national origin, veteran status, or any other basis prohibited by law. This policy governs all aspects of employment, including selection, job assignment, compensation, discipline, termination and access to benefits and training.

Inotiv is an Equal Opportunity Employer. It is our policy to provide a fair and equal employment opportunity to all persons, regardless of age, race, color, religion, sex, gender, gender identity, gender expression, sexual orientation, genetic information, disability, national origin, veteran status, or any other basis prohibited by law. This policy governs all aspects of employment, including selection, job assignment, compensation, discipline, termination and access to benefits and training.

At Inotiv, our people are our greatest asset. We are committed to equality, opportunity, and diversity, and treating our colleagues with the dignity and respect they deserve. We strive to ensure that our people achieve their full potential, and that they enjoy a rewarding career with us.

Inotiv is a growing contemporary drug discovery and development company where we “Play to Win” in an industry rich with opportunity. Together, we face challenges and together we win in the delivery of world-class drug discovery and development solutions that impact the health and well‑being of people all over the world. There’s an opportunity for everyone at all phases of a career, each individual’s unique skill set has an impact on the work we conduct. If you have the talent and desire to impact the quality of people’s lives, we have the career opportunities to make it happen. Join us in embracing research and science to impact the health and well‑being of people all over the world. Salary will be commensurate with experience and responsibilities. Benefits include health and dental coverage, short- and long-term disability, paid time off, paid parental leave, 401K, and more! Inotiv is an Equal Opportunity Employer. It is our policy to provide a fair and equal employment opportunity to all persons, regardless of age, race, color, religion, sex, gender, gender identity, gender expression, sexual orientation, genetic information, disability, national origin, veteran status, or any other basis prohibited by law. This policy governs all aspects of employment, including selection, job assignment, compensation, discipline, termination and access to benefits and training. At Inotiv, our people are our greatest asset. We are committed to equality, opportunity, and diversity, and treating our colleagues with the dignity and respect they deserve. We strive to ensure that our people achieve their full potential, and that they enjoy a rewarding career with us.

We hope you consider our opportunities and a future with Inotiv!