Histology Laboratory Manager 1 -PBC

University of Pittsburgh; Pittsburgh (Allegheny County); On-site; USD 65,000 - 90,000; Full time

Job summary

The University of Pittsburgh's Pitt Biospecimen Core Histology Lab is seeking a Histology Laboratory Manager I to lead day-to-day operations, ensuring high-quality tissue processing, paraffin embedding, sectioning, staining, and related histology services for campus and clinical sites.

This role manages project accessioning, labeling, slide printing, equipment programming, inventory control, and workflow improvements while maintaining safety, sample integrity, and timely turnaround in a

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree required.
• At least 2 years of experience in histology/lab management or closely related field.
• Ability to manage multiple priorities and coordinate diverse workflows.

Responsibilities

• Manage day-to-day laboratory operations with focus on safety and quality.
• Oversee tissue processing, paraffin embedding, sectioning, staining, and slide distribution.
• Coordinate accessioning, labeling, and inventory management to support timely results.

Skills

Attention to detail

Communication

Organizational skills

Lab safety

Education

Bachelor's Degree

Job description

Job Description - Histology Laboratory Manager 1 -PBC (26005733)

Histology Laboratory Manager 1 -PBC

Health Sciences Core Research Facilities - Pennsylvania-Pittsburgh - (26005733)

The Pitt Biospecimen Core Histology Lab is an institutional research resource that supports University of Pittsburgh and UPMC faculty through high-quality tissue processing, paraffin embedding, sectioning, staining support, tissue microarray construction, and related histology services. Located within Shadyside Hospital, with satellite pick-up and drop-off stations at Scaife Hall and Magee-Women’s Hospital, the lab supports research activity across the University’s campus and affiliated clinical research sites. The Research Histology Technician – Laboratory Manager I supports the full lifecycle of histology laboratory operations, from project accessioning, cassette labeling, slide printing, processing, embedding, routine and frozen sectioning, and project compilation to distribution and submission for whole slide imaging through the Digital Pathology Resource Center. The incumbent works independently and collaboratively on routine and complex research projects, applying histological guidelines and customer requirements while maintaining workflow, turnaround time, sample integrity, and service quality. This role also provides technical and operational support for specialized laboratory workflows, including gross dissection, review of control tissues for histochemical staining, immunohistochemical staining, TUNEL assays, and construction of tissue microarrays from submitted samples and identification lists. The incumbent uses laboratory-integrated software to accession projects, support billing accuracy, track pending work, maintain supply and chemical inventories, program and maintain equipment, monitor chemical waste disposal, and assist laboratory management with troubleshooting, process improvement, and workflow enhancements, order and manage laboratory supplies. Success in this position requires strong attention to detail, effective communication with management, team members, and customers, sound organizational judgment, and the ability to manage multiple priorities in a high-volume research service environment.

Job Summary

Manages day-to-day laboratory operations while ensuring compliance with safety regulations and best practices. Works with, adapts, and installs scientific equipment in research laboratories. Collaborates on routine projects and procedures. Manages inventory and equipment and performs budget functions.

Essential Functions

The Pitt Biospecimen Core Histology Lab is an institutional research resource that supports University of Pittsburgh and UPMC faculty through high-quality tissue processing, paraffin embedding, sectioning, staining support, tissue microarray construction, and related histology services. Located within Shadyside Hospital, with satellite pick-up and drop-off stations at Scaife Hall and Magee-Women’s Hospital, the lab supports research activity across the University’s campus and affiliated clinical research sites. The Research Histology Technician – Laboratory Manager I supports the full lifecycle of histology laboratory operations, from project accessioning, cassette labeling, slide printing, processing, embedding, routine and frozen sectioning, and project compilation to distribution and submission for whole slide imaging through the Digital Pathology Resource Center. The incumbent works independently and collaboratively on routine and complex research projects, applying histological guidelines and customer requirements while maintaining workflow, turnaround time, sample integrity, and service quality. This role also provides technical and operational support for specialized laboratory workflows, including gross dissection, review of control tissues for histochemical staining, immunohistochemical staining, TUNEL assays, and construction of tissue microarrays from submitted samples and identification lists. The incumbent uses laboratory-integrated software to accession projects, support billing accuracy, track pending work, maintain supply and chemical inventories, program and maintain equipment, monitor chemical waste disposal, and assist laboratory management with troubleshooting, process improvement, and workflow enhancements, order and manage laboratory supplies. Success in this position requires strong attention to detail, effective communication with management, team members, and customers, sound organizational judgment, and the ability to manage multiple priorities in a high-volume research service environment.

Physical Effort

The role also requires walking between Shadyside Hospital, Hillman Cancer Center, and The Assembly building; standing and sitting for extended periods at the bench; reading small print on cassettes, sample identification lists, and labels; and lifting up to 30 pounds. Working under standard lab building lighting all day. Bending and lifting to put away lab supplies.

The University of Pittsburgh is an equal opportunity employer / disability / veteran.

Assignment Category Full-time regular

Job Classification Staff.Laboratory Manager I

Job Family Research

Job Sub-Family Laboratory

Campus Pittsburgh

Minimum Education Level Required Bachelor's Degree

Minimum Years of Experience Required 2

Will this position accept substitution in lieu of education or experience? Combination of education and relevant experience will be considered in lieu of education and/ or experience requirement.

Work Schedule Monday - Friday, 8:30 a.m. - 5:00 p.m., schedule as set with supervisor

Work Arrangement On-Campus: Teams that work on campus, in an office, or in a lab.

Hiring Range TBD Based Upon Qualifications

Relocation Offered No

Visa Sponsorship Provided No

Background Check For position finalists, employment with the University will require successful completion of a background check

Child Protection Clearances Not Applicable