Histotechnician – Evening Shift in Molecular Diagnostics

Personalis, Inc.; Fremont, Northern (CA, KY); Hybrid; USD 55,000 - 69,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical insurance

Dental insurance

Vision insurance

401(k) match

ESPP

Tuition reimbursement

Sick/vacation time

Commuter benefits / EV charging

Job summary

Personalis, Inc. in Fremont, CA, seeks an experienced Histotechnician to process FFPE specimens for microscopic evaluation to support our molecular diagnostics test offerings.

The role requires 3+ years in a high-volume histology lab with microtomy, H&E staining, and tissue embedding; ASCP HT/HTL certification is preferred, along with IHC and digital imaging experience. Excellent attention to detail and communication are essential.

Qualifications

• Associate's degree in chemical/physical/biological science or completion of a NAACLS-accredited Histotechnology program; Bachelor’s degree in a laboratory science curriculum preferred
• Minimum of 3+ years experience working in a high-volume histology laboratory performing microtomy of various tissue types, H&E staining, and tissue embedding
• HT or HTL certification from ASCP preferred
• Experience working in IHC and digital imaging, tissue/tumor identification, and proficiency in reading pathology reports, a plus
• Excellent attention to detail, organization, and time management skills
• Ability to communicate effectively with excellent interpersonal skills
• Physical demands include stooping, turning, bending, squatting, kneeling, and the ability to lift up to 25 lbs.

Responsibilities

• Perform sectioning of tissue using a microtome and mounting on glass slides
• Perform routine staining of tissue sections with automated and/or manual staining techniques
• Perform automated and/or manual coverslipping of slides
• Perform manual and automated macrodissection
• Operate and perform instrument maintenance
• Perform histology lab functions while following laboratory safety and quality policies
• Comply with standard laboratory operating policies and procedures
• Use of good documentation practices to record specimen data manually or in Laboratory Information Management Systems
• Help meet TAT goals while maintaining high-quality productivity
• Maintain clean and organized work areas within the laboratory
• Report problems to the department supervisor/manager to ensure timely resolution

Skills

Histotechnology

Microtomy

H&E staining

Tissue embedding

IHC

Digital imaging

Reading pathology reports

Attention to detail

Communication skills

Education

NAACLS-accredited Histotechnology program

Bachelor's degree in a laboratory science

Job description

Personalis, Inc. in Fremont, CA, seeks an experienced Histotechnician to process FFPE specimens for microscopic evaluation to support our molecular diagnostics test offerings.

The role requires 3+ years in a high-volume histology lab with microtomy, H&E staining, and tissue embedding; ASCP HT/HTL certification is preferred, along with IHC and digital imaging experience. Excellent attention to detail and communication are essential.