Histotechnician/Histotechnologist

122 Altasciences Preclinical Columbia LLC; Beaver Township (PA); On-site; USD 42,000 - 65,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health/Dental/Vision Insurance

401(k)/RRSP with Employer Match

Paid Vacation and Holidays

Paid Sick and Bereavement Leave

Telework when applicable

Training & Development Programs

Employee Referral Bonus

Job summary

Altasciences is seeking a Histotechnician/Histotechnologist to support scientific research by preparing high-quality tissue sections for histopathologic evaluation. You will handle tissue processing, embedding, microtomy, and staining while expanding skills in trimming, decalcification, and necropsy procedures.

Qualifications include a high school diploma with lab experience; a degree is preferred but not required; HT(ASCP) certification eligibility within one year; strong attention to detail;

Qualifications

• High school diploma or equivalent with at least 1 year of laboratory experience or relevant training.
• Associate’s or bachelor’s degree preferred but not required.
• Eligibility for HT(ASCP) certification within one year of employment.
• Practical skills in microtomy and routine H&E staining.
• Ability to identify tissue types and understand preparation requirements.
• Strong attention to detail and commitment to specimen integrity and documentation.
• Ability to troubleshoot basic laboratory equipment and seek technical support when needed.
• Basic math skills for reagent preparation.
• Proficiency with Microsoft Office and basic laboratory computer applications.
• English proficiency in speaking, reading, and writing.
• Willingness to continue developing technical skills and complete ongoing GLP training.

Responsibilities

• Prepare high-quality tissue specimens for histopathologic evaluation following SOPs and study protocols.
• Identify and trim fixed tissues using appropriate techniques.
• Perform paraffin processing and embedding with correct tissue orientation.
• Apply microtomy to produce consistent sections from paraffin-embedded tissues.
• Perform routine H&E staining and coverslipping, assessing slide quality.
• Troubleshoot specimen preparation, equipment, and workflow issues to maintain quality.
• Review data and documentation for accuracy; address deviations from SOPs or study requirements.
• Operate and maintain laboratory equipment; document use and maintenance.
• Maintain a safe, organized lab and manage hazardous waste disposal and records.
• Monitor and order supplies; maintain inventory records.
• Expand capabilities through training in tissue trimming, bone decalcification, and necropsy procedures.
• Participate in GLP training and apply GLP principles daily.

Skills

Histology

Microtomy

H&E staining

SOP adherence

Documentation

Microsoft Office

GLP training

English proficiency

Education

High school diploma

Associate degree

Bachelor’s degree

Tools

HT(ASCP) Certification eligibility

Job description

About the Role

Put your histology skills to work supporting scientific research. As a Histotechnician/Histotechnologist, you’ll prepare high-quality tissue sections that enable accurate histopathologic evaluation and contribute to the success of research studies. This hands-on role offers opportunities to apply and strengthen your expertise in tissue processing, embedding, microtomy, and staining while building additional skills in tissue trimming, bone decalcification, and specialized necropsy procedures. Whether you bring established laboratory experience or are developing your histology career, you’ll contribute to a team focused on technical quality, reliable results, and continuous learning.

What You’ll Do Here

• Prepare high-quality tissue specimens for histopathologic evaluation, following standard operating procedures (SOPs) and study protocols.
• Identify and trim fixed tissues, applying appropriate techniques to preserve the structures needed for evaluation.
• Perform paraffin tissue processing and embedding, selecting the correct tissue orientation to support optimal sectioning.
• Apply microtomy skills to produce consistent, high-quality sections from paraffin-embedded tissues.
• Perform routine hematoxylin and eosin (H&E) staining and coverslipping, assessing slide quality throughout preparation.
• Troubleshoot specimen preparation, equipment, and workflow issues to maintain quality and minimize interruptions.
• Review raw data and laboratory documentation for accuracy; identify, document, and help resolve deviations from SOPs or study requirements.
• Operate and maintain laboratory equipment, documenting use and maintenance activities.
• Maintain a safe, organized laboratory and manage hazardous chemical disposal, lab-pack preparation, and associated records.
• Monitor and order supplies and maintain accurate laboratory inventory records.
• Expand your technical capabilities through additional training in tissue trimming, bone decalcification, and specialized necropsy procedures.
• Participate in ongoing Good Laboratory Practice (GLP) training and apply those principles to daily laboratory work.

What You Need to Succeed

• High school diploma with at least one year of laboratory experience and/or relevant training.
• Associate’s or bachelor’s degree preferred, but not required.
• Eligibility for HT(ASCP) certification within one year of employment.
• Practical skills in microtomy and routine H&E staining.
• Ability to identify tissue types and organs and understand their preparation requirements.
• Strong attention to detail and a commitment to specimen integrity, slide quality, and accurate documentation.
• Ability to troubleshoot basic laboratory equipment and recognize when additional technical support is needed.
• Basic math skills for reagent preparation.
• Proficiency with Microsoft Office and basic laboratory computer applications.
• English proficiency in speaking, reading, and writing.
• Willingness to continue developing technical skills and complete ongoing GLP training.

Work Authorization & Sponsorship

Applicants must be legally authorized to work in the United States. Altasciences is unable to provide sponsorship, sponsorship transfers, or visa maintenance for this position. All applicants must possess valid work authorization that does not require employer sponsorship now or in the future.

What We Offer

Altasciences offers a wide variety of benefits to help our employees live healthy and fulfilling lives both at and outside of work.

Altasciences' Benefits Package Includes

• Health/Dental/Vision Insurance Plans
• 401(k)/RRSP with Employer Match
• Paid Vacation and Holidays
• Paid Sick and Bereavement Leave
• Employee Assistance & Telehealth Programs
• Telework when applicable

Altasciences' Incentive Programs Include

• Training & Development Programs
• Employee Referral Bonus
• Annual Performance Reviews #LI-JR1

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