Electron Microscopy Technologist — Ultrastructural Lab (TX, On-Site)

SmartRecruiters, Inc.; Town of Texas (WI); On-site; USD 55,000 - 75,000; Full time

Job summary

UT Health in Texas is seeking an Electron Microscopy Technologist I/II/III to participate in day-to-day lab operations, processing EM specimens and ensuring high-quality ultrastructural preparation for diagnostic purposes.

The role requires a bachelor’s degree in biology or chemistry, at least one year of lab experience, and ASCP certification preferred. You will follow SOPs, perform QC, and support continuous improvement in patient care.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in biology or chemistry.
• Minimum of 1 year of laboratory experience; clinically based experience preferred.
• ASCP certification preferred to demonstrate specialty competency.

Responsibilities

• Performs supportive duties to assure efficient, high-quality test results and proper collection and handling of specimens.
• Processes and embeds patient biopsies received for electron microscopy.
• Prepares ultra-thin sections for ultrastructural screening by EM staff.
• Performs ultramicrotomy to prepare semi-thin sections for various specimens.
• Maintains a secure filing system for logs, records, digital images, and slide preparations.
• Responds to emergencies and adheres to SOPs and safety guidelines.

Skills

ASCP certification

Laboratory experience

Education

Bachelor's degree in biology or chemistry

Job description

UT Health in Texas is seeking an Electron Microscopy Technologist I/II/III to participate in day-to-day lab operations, processing EM specimens and ensuring high-quality ultrastructural preparation for diagnostic purposes.

The role requires a bachelor’s degree in biology or chemistry, at least one year of lab experience, and ASCP certification preferred. You will follow SOPs, perform QC, and support continuous improvement in patient care.