Histotechnician - Precision Cancer Diagnostics & Slides

Personalis, Inc.; Fremont (CA); On-site; USD 55,000 - 69,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical benefits

Dental & Vision

401(k) match

ESPP

Tuition reimbursement

Paid sick leave

Paid vacation

Commuter benefits + EV charging

Onsite gym

Wellness programs

Job summary

Personalis, Inc. is seeking a Histotechnician to process FFPE specimens for microscopic evaluation in support of our molecular diagnostics offerings. The role operates Monday–Friday, 2:00pm–10:30pm, in Fremont, CA.

You will perform tissue sectioning, staining, coverslipping, and generate digital slide images for pathology review, with duties spanning macrodissection and instrument maintenance. ASCP HT/HTL certification preferred; 3+ years in high-volume histology desired.

Qualifications

• Minimum 3+ years in a high-volume histology lab performing microtomy, H&E staining, and embedding.
• HT or HTL certification from ASCP.
• Strong attention to detail, organization, and time management.

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.
• Generate digital slide images for pathologist examination.
• 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

Histology experience

Microtomy

H&E staining

Tissue embedding

Reading pathology reports

IHC experience

Digital imaging

Education

Associate's degree in chemical/physical/biological science

Bachelor's degree in a laboratory science curriculum

Tools

ASCP HT/HTL certification

Job description

Personalis, Inc. is seeking a Histotechnician to process FFPE specimens for microscopic evaluation in support of our molecular diagnostics offerings. The role operates Monday–Friday, 2:00pm–10:30pm, in Fremont, CA.

You will perform tissue sectioning, staining, coverslipping, and generate digital slide images for pathology review, with duties spanning macrodissection and instrument maintenance. ASCP HT/HTL certification preferred; 3+ years in high-volume histology desired.