Histology Lab Operator I

Natera; Austin (TX); On-site; USD 27,000 - 34,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health benefits

Free genetic testing for employees and

Fertility care benefits

Family leave

401k plan

Commuter benefits

Employee referral program

Job summary

Natera in Austin, Texas is seeking a Histology Lab Operator II to support the Histopathy Department by assisting licensed personnel in clinical testing and preparing tissue slides for whole exome sequencing workflows.

You will set up and maintain lab equipment, manage inventory, and document results per GDP, while training new team members. A minimum of 2 years histology experience and related degrees are required. The role offers growth in a leading cfDNA testing company.

Qualifications

• Minimum 2+ years of related histology experience.
• Degree requirements as specified in the posting; degree must be US-equivalent at hire.
• Copies of degrees must be provided at the time of hire.

Responsibilities

• Assist certified personnel in clinical testing per SOP.
• Prepare histological tissues and stained slides with high accuracy.
• Set up equipment and support automated lab procedures.
• Maintain inventory and ensure supplies are stocked.
• Document information per GDP and train new team members.
• Identify and escalate unresolved cases.
• Perform additional duties as assigned.

Skills

Interpersonal skills

Oral and written communication

Computer skills

Technical skills

Data management

Team collaboration

Attendance and punctuality

Education

Histotechnician degree

Chemical or biological sciences degree + histology experience

Bachelor's degree in life sciences + histology training

Job description

The Histology Lab Operator II is a member of the Histopathy Department responsible for assisting HT/HTLs in analyzing specimens and maintaining equipment in good condition.

PRIMARY RESPONSIBILITIES

• Assists certified/licensed personnel in clinical patient testing in accordance with the SOP
• Perform histological preparations for the tissue whole exome sequencing laboratory with little to no errors
• Duties may include but not limited to: preparation of tissues, stained slides, macrodissection and supporting workflow tasks
• Sets up equipment and assists with automated lab procedures, as applicable
• Assist and complete daily tasks
• Maintains equipment and instruments in good operating condition
• Maintain sufficient inventory of material, supplies, and equipment in the laboratory for the performance of duties
• Documents information accurately and in accordance with Good Documentation Practices (GDP)
• Provides Guidance for new team members
• Train on specialized instructions for instruments/protocols (super users)
• Identifies and escalates stuck cases and unresolved issues
• Performs other duties as assigned

QUALIFICATIONS

• A minimum of 2+ years related experience
• An associate, or higher, degree in a histotechnician program OR An associates degree, or higher, in one of the chemical or biological sciences AND one year of experience and/or training in histology within the past 5 years OR - completion of a course of training of at least nine months in a histotechnician program OR A bachelor, or higher, degree in one of the chemical or biological sciences, including a combination of thirty (30) hours in biology and chemistry; and either one of the following conditions: - one year of experience and/or training in histology within the past 5 years OR - completion of a course of training of at least nine months in a histotechnician program
• A copy of the degree is required at the time of hire; the degree must either be from the US or equivalent to a US degree

KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS, AND ABILITIES

• Excellent interpersonal, communication, computer, and technical skills
• Excellent oral and written communication skills
• Word processing and data management
• Ability to work well in a group
• Adhere to the department time and attendance guidelines

The pay range is listed and actual compensation packages are based on a wide array of factors unique to each candidate, including but not limited to skill set, years & depth of experience, certifications and specific office location. This may differ in other locations due to cost of labor considerations.

Austin, TX

$19.54 - $24.43 USD

OUR OPPORTUNITY

Natera is a global leader in cell-free DNA (cfDNA) testing, dedicated to oncology, women’s health, and organ health. Our aim is to make personalized genetic testing and diagnostics part of the standard of care to protect health and enable earlier and more targeted interventions that lead to longer, healthier lives.

The Natera team consists of highly dedicated statisticians, geneticists, doctors, laboratory scientists, business professionals, software engineers and many other professionals from world-class institutions, who care deeply for our work and each other. When you join Natera, you’ll work hard and grow quickly. Working alongside the elite of the industry, you’ll be stretched and challenged, and take pride in being part of a company that is changing the landscape of genetic disease management.

WHAT WE OFFER

Competitive Benefits - Employee benefits include comprehensive medical, dental, vision, life and disability plans for eligible employees and their dependents. Additionally, Natera employees and their immediate families receive free testing in addition to fertility care benefits. Other benefits include pregnancy and baby bonding leave, 401k benefits, commuter benefits and much more. We also offer a generous employee referral program!

Natera is proud to be an Equal Opportunity Employer. We are committed to ensuring a diverse and inclusive workplace environment, and welcome people of different backgrounds, experiences, abilities and perspectives. Inclusive collaboration benefits our employees, our community and our patients, and is critical to our mission of changing the management of disease worldwide.

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