Bone Histology & Imaging Research Analyst

University of Kentucky; Lexington, Northern (KY, KY); Hybrid; USD 25,000 - 39,000; Full time

Job summary

University of Kentucky is seeking a scientifically skilled professional to lead bone histology and histomorphometry for clinical biopsies and translational studies. You will manage processing, embedding, sectioning, staining, image capture, and quantitative analysis following established guidelines.

The role emphasizes documentation of results, QA, and lab supervision, with 70% time at the microscope. A MS and prior histology/microscopy experience are preferred; 0-2 years in a research/lab

Qualifications

• MS required.
• Histopath tech and microscope experience preferred.
• 0-2 years research and/or laboratory experience.

Responsibilities

• Lead and execute specialized bone histology and histomorphometry on clinical bone biopsies and preclinical studies.
• Perform processing, embedding, sectioning, staining, image acquisition, and quantitative analysis; report results.
• Document QA and provide lab supervision; contribute to clinical care pathways for metabolic bone disease and translational studies.
• Allocate 70% of time to microscope work; maintain lab quality and compliance.
• Experience with micro CT and other imaging modalities is highly desirable.

Skills

Microscopy

Histology

Bone histology

Histomorphometry

Laboratory supervision

Education

MS

Tools

Micro-CT

Job description

University of Kentucky is seeking a scientifically skilled professional to lead bone histology and histomorphometry for clinical biopsies and translational studies. You will manage processing, embedding, sectioning, staining, image capture, and quantitative analysis following established guidelines.

The role emphasizes documentation of results, QA, and lab supervision, with 70% time at the microscope. A MS and prior histology/microscopy experience are preferred; 0-2 years in a research/lab