Histology Technician II: Precision Slides & Lab Ops

Foundation Medicine; Clegg (NC); On-site; USD 49,000 - 61,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Discretionary annual bonus

Job summary

Foundation Medicine is seeking a Histotechnologist II in Morrisville, NC to perform routine histology work in a high-complexity clinical diagnostic lab. You will cut, stain, and mount slides, process samples for nucleic acid extraction, and trouble-shoot issues in collaboration with the Laboratory Operations team.

The role requires experience in histology with appropriate degrees and ASCP certification preferred.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in biological or life sciences with 2+ years histology experience OR
• Associates degree with 3+ years histology experience OR
• High school diploma with 4+ years histology experience
• Familiarity with Laboratory Information Management System (LIMS)

Responsibilities

• Answer questions, troubleshoot equipment, and facilitate interdepartmental projects.
• Troubleshoot on-hold cases and collaborate with laboratory operations to move samples through the workflow.
• Train new employees on relevant tasks.
• Operate a microtome to prepare slides from paraffin blocks.
• Perform Automated H&E Staining and Manual Kwik-Diff Staining.
• Prepare samples for nucleic acid extraction.
• Maintain and calibrate lab equipment and perform routine maintenance.
• Ensure GDP, labeling and documentation meet regulatory standards.
• Collaborate to maintain SOPs and compliant documentation.
• Contribute to safe, compliant handling of clinical and research samples.
• Manage supplies and reagents inventory.
• Adhere to safety and HIPAA policies.
• Support cross-functional projects as needed.

Skills

Interpersonal skills

Written & verbal communication

Collaboration

Problem solving

Attention to detail

Organizational skills

Multitasking

Education

Bachelor's degree in biological or life sciences

Associates degree in biological, life, or laboratory sciences

High school diploma or equivalent

Tools

LIMS

Job description

Foundation Medicine is seeking a Histotechnologist II in Morrisville, NC to perform routine histology work in a high-complexity clinical diagnostic lab. You will cut, stain, and mount slides, process samples for nucleic acid extraction, and trouble-shoot issues in collaboration with the Laboratory Operations team.

The role requires experience in histology with appropriate degrees and ASCP certification preferred.