Entry-Level Histology Research Technician — Part-Time

The McConnell Group, Inc.; South Bend (IN); On-site; USD 21,000 - 30,000; Part time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical benefits

Dental benefits

Vision benefits

PTO

Job summary

The McConnell Group is seeking an Entry-Level Histology Research Technician to join our histology core at the Notre Dame campus in South Bend, IN. This part-time role supports tissue-based workflows and collaboration with researchers in a life sciences setting.

Responsibilities include tissue processing, sectioning, staining, and slide quality checks. Requires a biology-related bachelor's degree and willingness to pass background checks and security clearances.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Biological Sciences, Biotechnology, or a related field, or equivalent practical experience.

Responsibilities

• Prepare and process tissue samples in histology core, including fixation, embedding, paraffin and frozen sectioning, and staining.
• Operate histology equipment including microtomes, cryostats, tissue processors, embedding stations, and vibratomes.
• Maintain reagents, equipment and supplies for histology procedures.
• Examine finished slides under a microscope to confirm quality before researchers.
• Keep accurate records of samples and observations.
• Assist senior staff with troubleshooting and optimization of histology protocols.
• Follow lab safety protocols and maintain clean workspace.
• Support documentation for publications and grants as needed.

Skills

Histology techniques

Attention to detail

Communication skills

Education

Bachelor's degree in Biological Sciences/Biotechnology or related field

Tools

Cryostat

Rotary microtome

Automated tissue processor

Embedding station

Job description

The McConnell Group is seeking an Entry-Level Histology Research Technician to join our histology core at the Notre Dame campus in South Bend, IN. This part-time role supports tissue-based workflows and collaboration with researchers in a life sciences setting.

Responsibilities include tissue processing, sectioning, staining, and slide quality checks. Requires a biology-related bachelor's degree and willingness to pass background checks and security clearances.