Entry Level Histotechnologist

The Chronicle Of Higher Education, Inc.; Aurora (CO); On-site; USD 60,000 - 77,000; Full time

Job summary

The University of Colorado Anschutz Medical Campus is seeking an entry-level Histotechnologist (Healthcare EntryProfessional) in the Department of Pathology. This full-time role processes prostate specimens and related samples in the Histology Subspeciality Laboratory, with duties spanning technical, administrative, and compliance tasks.

The position is onsite in Aurora, CO, requiring adherence to lab safety and accreditation standards.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in biological science, nutrition, nursing, health, human services, psychology, counseling, social work, or a directly related field from an accredited institution.
• Histotechnician or Histotechnologist Certification (HT, HTL, ASCP), or eligible for certification. If eligible, but uncertified, certification must be obtained within 2 year of hire date.
• A combination of education and related technical/military/paraprofessional experience may be substituted for a bachelor's degree on a year for year basis.

Responsibilities

• Technical - 60%: Gross description and dissection of whole prostate specimens, prostate mapping biopsy specimens.
• CMOCO only biopsy tissue samples.
• Reprocessing of FFPI tissue samples for Electron Microscopy.
• Paraffin Embedding of large format and biopsy tissue samples.
• Microtomy sectioning of tissue samples.
• Staining and cover slipping of tissue samples.
• Administrative – 20%: Manual tracking of patient tissue samples.
• Maintenance of supply inventory.
• Compliance and operational – 20%: Cleaning and organization of workstations.
• Disposal of biological waste.
• Changing solutions in tissue processors.
• Adherence to all operational maintenance requirements.

Education

Bachelor's degree in biological science or related field

Histotechnician or Histotechnologist Certification (HT, HTL, ASCP) or eligible for certification

Job description

University of Colorado Anschutz Medical Campus Department of Pathology Entry Level Histotechnologist (Healthcare EntryProfessional) Position #: 00845793 – Requisition #: 39188

Job Summary

The Department of Pathology is excited to recruit a full-time (1.0FTE) entry-level Histotechnologist at the rank of Healthcare EntryProfessional. The entry-level histotechnologist will process wholemount prostate, prostate mapping biopsies, and other types ofspecimens received in the Histology Subspeciality Laboratory.Specific duties will include, but are not limited to:

Key Responsibilities

• Technical - 60%
• Gross description and dissection of whole prostate specimens, prostate mapping biopsy specimens.
• CMOCO only biopsy tissue samples.
• Reprocessing of FFPI tissue samples for ElectronMicroscopy.
• Paraffin Embedding of large format and biopsy tissue samples.
• Microtomy sectioning of tissue samples.
• Staining and cover slipping of tissue samples
• Administrative – 20%
• Manual tracking of patient tissue samples.
• Maintenance of supply inventory.
• Compliance and operational – 20%
• Cleaning and organization of workstations
• Disposal of biological waste.
• Changing solutions in tissue processors.
• Adherence to all operational maintenance requirements.

Work Location

Onsite – this role is expected to work onsite and is located inAurora, CO.

Why Join Us

The Department has grown substantially in the past 15 years, from40 to 120 faculty in parallel with the remarkable growth of ourhospital-based affiliates as well as the city and county of Denver.Our work is value driven and focused on scientific investigation,lifelong learning, and a balance of personal and professionalvalues. In addition to a vibrant and highly competitive residencyprogram with 25 positions, we offer 9 fellowships and participatein numerous graduate schools and the MD/PhD program of the CUSchool of Medicine.

Why work for the University?

We have AMAZING benefits and offer exceptional amounts of holiday,vacation and sick leave! The University of Colorado offers anexcellent benefits package including:

• Medical: Multiple plan options
• Dental: Multiple plan options
• Additional Insurance: Disability, Life, Vision
• Retirement 401(a) Plan: Employer contributes 10% of your grosspay
• Paid Time Off: Accruals over the year
• Vacation Days: 22/year (maximum accrual 352 hours)
• Sick Days: 15/year (unlimited maximum accrual)
• Holiday Days: 15/year
• Tuition Benefit: Employees have access to this benefit on allCU campuses
• ECO Pass: Reduced rate RTD Bus and light rail service

There are many additional perks & programs with the CU Advantage.

Qualifications

Minimum Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in biological science, nutrition, nursing,health, human services, psychology, counseling, social work, or adirectly related field from an accredited institution.
• Histotechnician or Histotechnologist Certification (HT, HTL,ASCP), or eligible for certification. If eligible, but uncertified,certification must be obtained within 2 year of hire date.
• A combination of education and relatedtechnical/military/paraprofessional experience may be substitutedfor a bachelor's degree on a year for year basis.

Applicants must meet minimum qualifications at the time of hire. Please be advised that this position is not eligible now or in thefuture for visa sponsorship.

Preferred Qualifications

• Immunohistochemistry Certification (QIHC, ASCP).
• Experience using laboratory equipment such as complex machineryand staining systems.
• Experience calculating lab results and data using math andanalytical skills.
• Experience with developing reports, spreadsheets and databasesusing Microsoft Office software.
• Experience entering data into an electronic informationsystem.
• Experience purchasing and maintaining lab supplies.
• Experience cleaning and maintaining laboratories and labequipment.
• Experience working within an educational medical labenvironment.

Knowledge, Skills and Abilities

• Ability to communicate effectively, both in writing andorally.
• Ability to establish and maintain effective working relationshipswith employees at all levels throughout the institution.
• Outstanding customer service skills.

Conditions of Employment

Enroll in and maintain HistologyCertification through ASCP's Certification MaintenanceProgram.

Screening of Applications Begins

Applications will be accepted until finalists are identified, butpreference will be given to complete applications received by March9. 2026 . Those who do not apply by this date may or may notbe considered.

Anticipated Pay Range

The starting salary range (or hiring range) for thisposition has been established as $60,222 to $76,602.

The above salary range (or hiring range) represents theUniversity's good faith and reasonable estimate of the range ofpossible compensation at the time of posting. This position may beeligible for overtime compensation, depending on the level.

Your total compensation goes beyond the number on your paycheck.The University of Colorado provides generous leave, health plansand retirement contributions that add to your bottom line.

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Equal Employment Opportunity Statement

CU is an Equal Opportunity Employer and complies with allapplicable federal, state, and local laws governing nondiscrimination in employment. We are committed to creating a workplace where all individuals are treated with respect and dignity, and we encourage individuals from all backgrounds toapply, including protected veterans and individuals withdisabilities.

ADA Statement

The University will provide reasonable accommodations to applicantswith disabilities throughout the employment application process. To request an accommodation pursuant to the Americans with Disabilities Act, please contact the Human Resources ADA Coordinator at [e-mail].

Background Check Statement

The University of Colorado Anschutz Medical Campus is dedicated to ensuring a safe and secure environment for our faculty, staff, students and visitors. To assist in achieving that goal, we conduct background investigations for all prospective employees.

Vaccination Statement

CU Anschutz strongly encourages vaccination against the COVID-19virus and other vaccine preventable diseases. If you work, visit, or volunteer in healthcare facilities or clinics operated by our affiliated hospital or clinical partners or by CU Anschutz, you will be required to comply with the vaccination and medical surveillancepolicies of the facilities or clinics where you work, visit, or volunteer, respectively. In addition, if you work in certainresearch areas or perform certain safety sensitive job duties, youmust enroll in the occupational health medical surveillance program.