Histology Scientist I: Tissue Analysis & IHC

WuXi AppTec; San Diego (CA); On-site; USD 69,000 - 90,000; Full time

Job summary

HD Biosciences Inc. a WuXi AppTec company is seeking a histology specialist to perform fixation, processing, embedding, microtomy, and slide preparation. You will stain with H&E and IHC/IF, handle diverse tissue types, and collaborate with in vivo pharmacology to support tissue evaluation.

Role requires PhD or advanced degree with hands-on histology experience; strong documentation, communication, and problem-solving skills are essential for generating high-quality, reproducible data.

Qualifications

• PhD or advanced degree in Histology, Pathology, Biomedical Sciences, or related field.
• Hands-on histology/histopathology lab experience required.
• Strong documentation and data recording capabilities.

Responsibilities

• Perform hands-on histology procedures: fixation, processing, embedding, microtomy, slide prep.
• Conduct H&E, IHC, IF stains; RNAscope as applicable.
• Manage tissue types and specimens per protocols; support in vivo pharmacology team.
• Troubleshoot tissue processing and staining; maintain study records and data.
• Develop/validate histology protocols; summarize findings for reports.

Skills

Histology techniques

Tissue processing

IHC/IF

Microscopy

Attention to detail

Documentation

Education

PhD or advanced degree

Tools

Microsoft Office

Job description

HD Biosciences Inc. a WuXi AppTec company is seeking a histology specialist to perform fixation, processing, embedding, microtomy, and slide preparation. You will stain with H&E and IHC/IF, handle diverse tissue types, and collaborate with in vivo pharmacology to support tissue evaluation.

Role requires PhD or advanced degree with hands-on histology experience; strong documentation, communication, and problem-solving skills are essential for generating high-quality, reproducible data.