Histology Lab Lead — Multi-Site Excellence

Roche; Tucson (AZ); On-site; USD 87,000 - 162,000; Full time

Job summary

Roche in Tucson, AZ is seeking a Histology Team Lead to drive operational excellence across local and remote sites. You will lead technical professionals, standardize procedures, and uphold quality and safety in a fast-paced diagnostic setting.

The role emphasizes mentorship, cross-functional collaboration, and adherence to regulatory standards, with a competitive salary range and discretionary bonus. On-site position offering growth in a collaborative, safety-conscious lab environment.

Qualifications

• Associate Degree in Laboratory Science or Histology with HT (ASCP) certification
• Bachelor’s Degree in Science with HTL (ASCP) certification
• 5+ years of histology leadership or similarly senior roles (minimum)
• Strong technical proficiency in microtomy, grossing, tissue processing, and IHC/ISH

Responsibilities

• Guide, mentor, and empower a team of associate histotechnicians and histotechnologists across local and remote sites to deliver high-quality histology deliverables
• Standardize, establish, and optimize daily operating procedures across microtomy, grossing, routine histology, and IHC/ISH testing
• Drive operational decision-making and workflow prioritization in partnership with Biorepository for biospecimen management
• Champion continuous improvement initiatives and monitor throughput to enhance workflow efficiency, turnaround time, and quality
• Partner with Histology Subchapter Lead to define and uphold rigorous quality benchmarks and regulatory standards
• Foster an inclusive, psychologically safe 'Speak Up' laboratory culture with transparent communication and career development

Skills

Leadership

People coaching

Cross-functional teamwork

Change management

Histology methods

IHC/ISH

LIMS

Lean laboratory principles

Education

Associate Degree in Laboratory Science / Histology with HT (ASCP) certification

Bachelor’s Degree in Science with HTL (ASCP) certification

Tools

LIMS

Job description

Roche in Tucson, AZ is seeking a Histology Team Lead to drive operational excellence across local and remote sites. You will lead technical professionals, standardize procedures, and uphold quality and safety in a fast-paced diagnostic setting.

The role emphasizes mentorship, cross-functional collaboration, and adherence to regulatory standards, with a competitive salary range and discretionary bonus. On-site position offering growth in a collaborative, safety-conscious lab environment.