Histology Technician – IHC & Histochemistry Specialist

University of California, Davis; Davis (CA); On-site; USD 4,517,000 - 7,267,000; Full time

Job summary

University of California, Davis is seeking a qualified histology technician to process and stain tissue samples for microscopic examination in a diagnostic lab. The role requires meticulous adherence to SOPs and strong attention to quality control.

The position involves histology and IHC procedures, routine lab maintenance, and ensuring accurate record-keeping. Applicants should demonstrate experience with staining techniques, tissue handling, and safety protocols in a clinical setting.

Qualifications

• B.S. degree in a scientific discipline or equivalent histology experience.
• Experience in histology and basic histochemistry sufficient to understand SOPs for histology slides and to operate equipment (microtome, stainer, processor).
• Familiarity with fixed animal tissues and knowledge to grossly identify processed tissue types to aid trimming and embedding.
• Skills to judge staining quality and troubleshoot assay failures and document corrective actions.
• Skills to operate biosafety cabinets, fume hoods, centrifuges, pipettes, and basic lab equipment.
• Knowledge to handle and dispose of waste solvents and biohazardous materials.
• Skills in record management and filing paraffin-embedded tissue blocks and slides.

Responsibilities

• 50% - Histochemistry tasks including staining and interpretation.
• 30% - Immunohistochemistry staining and analysis.
• 10% - Laboratory maintenance and quality program responsibilities.

Skills

Histology

Immunohistochemistry

Quality Control

Record Keeping

Biosafety

Pipetting

Tissue Handling

Education

B.S. degree in scientific field

Job description

University of California, Davis is seeking a qualified histology technician to process and stain tissue samples for microscopic examination in a diagnostic lab. The role requires meticulous adherence to SOPs and strong attention to quality control.

The position involves histology and IHC procedures, routine lab maintenance, and ensuring accurate record-keeping. Applicants should demonstrate experience with staining techniques, tissue handling, and safety protocols in a clinical setting.