Histology Technician II - Prostate Cancer Research Lab

The Henry M. Jackson Foundation for the Advancement of Military Medicine, Inc.; Bethesda (MD); Vor Ort; USD 61.000 - 80.000; Vollzeit

Benefits dieser Stelle

Medical, dental, and vision coverage

Retirement plans

Zusammenfassung

The Henry M. Jackson Foundation for the Advancement of Military Medicine, Inc. (HJF) is seeking a Histology Technician II to process, maintain, and document high-quality histologic preparations supporting cancer research at CPDR in Bethesda, MD.

The role collaborates with scientists and clinicians, performs advanced histology techniques, and aids in data management, specimen tracking, and laboratory safety. Citizenship and ability to obtain a T3/Secret clearance are required.

Qualifikationen

• Bachelor's Degree in a scientific discipline.
• Minimum of 3-5 years' experience required in histologic technique.
• HTL (Histotechnologist) certification through ASCP is preferred.

Aufgaben

• Perform routine and advanced histological procedures, including tissue processing, embedding, microtomy, staining, mounting, and slide preparation.
• Execute specialized molecular and pathology techniques such as immunohistochemistry (IHC), FISH, RISH, CISH, SKY, and laser capture microdissection.
• Process prostate needle biopsies, OCT embedded frozen tissue, whole-mount prostate specimens, paraffin-embedded tissue blocks, and special send-out specimens for molecular and genetic testing.
• Select, track, document, and maintain specimens and laboratory records, ensuring data integrity and compliance with research protocols.
• Develop and maintain electronic databases and specimen management systems supporting research activities.
• Troubleshoot and optimize staining and laboratory procedures to ensure successful experimental outcomes.
• Prepare laboratory reagents, solutions, and supplies, and maintain laboratory equipment and quality control processes.
• Support research studies through specimen preparation, data collection, data entry, archival retrieval, sample shipping, and preparation of materials for publications and grant applications.
• Train and mentor laboratory personnel in histology techniques and laboratory procedures.
• Assist with laboratory management, regulatory compliance, inventory control, and adherence to laboratory safety and standard operating procedures.
• Collaborate effectively with scientists, physicians, researchers, technicians, and external collaborators.

Kenntnisse

Histology techniques

Laboratory safety

Microsoft Excel

Microsoft Word

Data entry

Ausbildung

Bachelor's degree in a scientific discipline

Tools

Laboratory equipment

Jobbeschreibung

The Henry M. Jackson Foundation for the Advancement of Military Medicine, Inc. (HJF) is seeking a Histology Technician II to process, maintain, and document high-quality histologic preparations supporting cancer research at CPDR in Bethesda, MD.

The role collaborates with scientists and clinicians, performs advanced histology techniques, and aids in data management, specimen tracking, and laboratory safety. Citizenship and ability to obtain a T3/Secret clearance are required.