Histology Lab Specialist: Cut, Stain & Support Pathology

Tempus; Chicago (IL); On-site; USD 56,000 - 64,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Benefits package

Job summary

Tempus in Chicago is seeking a Histology Assistant to support daily lab workflows with safety and precision. You will perform routine histology tasks, track work in a LIMS, and collaborate with pathologists and the Histology team to meet cutting and staining deadlines.

The role emphasizes safety training, clear communication, and a willingness to learn new techniques, including block orientation, knife angles, and instrument maintenance to ensure high-quality specimens.

Qualifications

• Associate’s degree preferred or minimum 60 semester hours with at least 12 hours in Biology and Chemistry.
• Experience as Histology Assistant at Tempus preferred.
• Knowledge of CAP regulations preferred.
• Experience with laboratory SOPs and protocols preferred.
• Comfort with laboratory safety and training.
• Good communication and organization skills.
• Positive attitude and willingness to learn.

Responsibilities

• Approach work with safety and diligence and follow safety requirements of the laboratory.
• Perform routine histology lab assistant workflows without specific guidance.
• Track work completed using a custom Laboratory Information Management System (LIMS).
• Work collaboratively with other members of the Histology team to accomplish daily cutting and staining deadlines.
• Communicate effectively with pathologists, members of the histology team, and other associated teams as relates to workflow needs.
• Seek assistance from the lead, supervisor, and/or manager when questions, problems or mistakes arise.
• Report issues with instrumentation, samples, or the lab itself in a timely manner.
• Learn to determine block orientation and knife settings to obtain representative sections and maintain specimen integrity.
• By the end of training intervals - reliably produce quality finished products.

Skills

Histology Assistant

CAP regulations

SOPs and protocols

Lab safety

Communication skills

Willingness to learn

Education

Associate’s degree preferred

60 semester hours with biology & chemistry

Tools

LIMS

Job description

Tempus in Chicago is seeking a Histology Assistant to support daily lab workflows with safety and precision. You will perform routine histology tasks, track work in a LIMS, and collaborate with pathologists and the Histology team to meet cutting and staining deadlines.

The role emphasizes safety training, clear communication, and a willingness to learn new techniques, including block orientation, knife angles, and instrument maintenance to ensure high-quality specimens.