Histology Scientist – Translational Radiopharma

Bristol-Myers Squibb Co; California; On-site; USD 118,000 - 143,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Flexible Time Off

11 paid holidays

Paid vacation

Health insurance

Dental insurance

Vision insurance

Life and disability insurance

Retirement plan

Job summary

RayzeBio, a fully owned subsidiary of Bristol Myers Squibb, is seeking a Histology Scientist to advance tissue-based assays from preclinical through translational stages. You will process FFPE and frozen tissues, run IHC/IF, optimize protocols, and collaborate across translational, in vivo and biology teams to support study design and data interpretation.

The role emphasizes rigorous documentation, safety with radioactive materials where applicable, and advancing histology capabilities within a

Qualifications

• B.S. or M.S. in Histotechnology, Biology, Biomedical Sciences, or a related field.
• HT or HTL (ASCP) certification is preferred.
• Deep histology and tissue-based assay experience including FFPE and frozen tissue.
• Experience with IHC/IF on FFPE and frozen sections; automated stainers a plus.

Responsibilities

• Perform tissue processing, embedding, and microtome sectioning of FFPE blocks.
• Prepare and stain FFPE blocks and tissue specimens; freeze tissue sections for cryosectioning.
• Design, optimize, and interpret IHC and IF staining for validation and pharmacodynamics.
• Operate automated tissue stainers; maintain quality controls and documentation.
• Collaborate with translational and biology teams; interact with CROs as needed.

Skills

Histology expertise

IHC/IF techniques

Tissue processing

Cryosectioning

Automated stainers

Image analysis

CRO oversight

Radiation safety

Interdisciplinary collaboration

Data interpretation

Education

B.S./M.S. in Histotechnology or related

Tools

Leica stainers

Cryostat

FFPE processing equipment

Job description

RayzeBio, a fully owned subsidiary of Bristol Myers Squibb, is seeking a Histology Scientist to advance tissue-based assays from preclinical through translational stages. You will process FFPE and frozen tissues, run IHC/IF, optimize protocols, and collaborate across translational, in vivo and biology teams to support study design and data interpretation.

The role emphasizes rigorous documentation, safety with radioactive materials where applicable, and advancing histology capabilities within a