Histology Assistant I – Lab Ops & Stains

Thornton Tomasetti; Phoenix (AZ); Hybrid; USD 21,000 - 41,000; Full time

Job summary

Abbott Laboratories in Phoenix, AZ seeks a Histology Assistant I to support FFPE sample intake, DNA extraction, IHC, and H&E staining in the Cancer Diagnostic Division. This full-time role runs Fri-Mon, 11:00am–9:30pm, and emphasizes safety, quality, and teamwork.

You will maintain lab inventory, prepare cases for microtomy, track samples in LIMS and Excel, and assist with slide labeling, scanning, and data entry while following SOPs and QA procedures.

Qualifications

• High School Diploma or GED.
• Basic computer skills including internet navigation and email usage.
• Authorization to work in the United States without sponsorship.

Responsibilities

• Receive FFPE samples into the histology laboratory for DNA extraction, IHC, and H&E staining.
• Maintain inventory of materials, supplies, and equipment; assist with cleaning and waste disposal.
• Track samples using LIMS and Excel per SOPs.
• Scan H&E slides into the slide scanning system for pathologist review.
• Label FFPE blocks, slides, and DNA tubes following SOPs; prepare cases for microtomy.

Skills

Basic computer skills

Education

High School Diploma or GED

Job description

Abbott Laboratories in Phoenix, AZ seeks a Histology Assistant I to support FFPE sample intake, DNA extraction, IHC, and H&E staining in the Cancer Diagnostic Division. This full-time role runs Fri-Mon, 11:00am–9:30pm, and emphasizes safety, quality, and teamwork.

You will maintain lab inventory, prepare cases for microtomy, track samples in LIMS and Excel, and assist with slide labeling, scanning, and data entry while following SOPs and QA procedures.