Histology Technician II - CPDR

The Henry M. Jackson Foundation for the Advancement of Military Medicine; Bethesda (MD); On-site; USD 60,000 - 75,000; Full time

Job summary

Henry M. Jackson Foundation for the Advancement of Military Medicine (HJF) seeks a Histology Technician II to support CPDR at MCCRP in Bethesda, MD. The role involves advanced histology techniques, managing specimens, and documenting results to advance cancer research.

Occasional days at WRNMMC clinic site may be required; U.S. Citizenship and ability to obtain a T3/Secret clearance are mandatory. The successful candidate will collaborate with scientists and clinical staff to meet project goals.

Responsibilities

• Process, maintain, and document high-quality histologic preparations.
• Manage laboratory operations and specimen records.
• Support clinical, translational, and basic science research projects.
• Collaborate with scientists, clinicians, and lab personnel to advance cancer research objectives.
• Ensure compliance with safety and regulatory requirements.

Job description

Join the team!

HJF is seeking a Histology Technician II responsible for processing, maintaining, and documenting high-quality histologic preparations that support clinical, translational, and basic science research focused on prostate cancer and genitourinary diseases. The incumbent performs advanced histology techniques, manages laboratory operations, maintains specimen records, supports research protocols, and collaborates with scientists, clinicians, and laboratory personnel to advance cancer research objectives.

This position will be in support of the Center for Prostate Disease Research (CPDR)within the Murtha Cancer Center Research Program (MCCRP) located at the Rockledge Offices in Bethesda, Maryland. Incumbent may be required to occasionally perform up to two days per week of work from the clinic site located at the Walter Reed National Military Medical Center (WRNMMC) in Bethesda, MD. HJF provides scientific, technical, and programmatic support services to the MCCRP and CPDR.

This position requires U.S. Citizenship and the ability to obtain and maintain a T3/Secret Security Clearance.

The Henry M. Jackson Foundation for the Advancement of Military Medicine (HJF) is a nonprofit organization dedicated to advancing military medicine. We serve military, medical, academic and government clients by administering, managing and supporting preeminent scientific programs that benefit members of the armed forces and civilians alike.Since its founding in 1983, HJF has served as a vital link between the military medical community and its federal and private partners. HJF's support and administrative capabilities allow military medical researchers and clinicians to maintain their scientific focus and accomplish their research goals.

CPDR is a comprehensive research program to study prostate cancer and prostate disease, CPDR was established in 1992 (Public Law 102-172). The program’s mission is fulfilled primarily through its three principal programs: (1) the Clinical Translational Research Center; (2) the Basic Science Research Program, and (3) the Multicenter National Prostate Cancer Database to encompass its clinical research work with participating military medical centers.