Histotechnologist I — Slide Prep & Staining

Foundation Medicine, Inc.; Morrisville (NC); On-site; USD 42,000 - 53,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Benefits

Discretionary annual bonus

Job summary

Foundation Medicine, Inc. in Morrisville, NC seeks a Histotechnologist I to perform routine testing in a high complexity clinical diagnostic lab. The role focuses on cutting, mounting, staining, and batching slides, with opportunities to work independently on more complex samples.

Responsibilities include sample preparation, regulatory compliance, equipment maintenance, and contributing to SOP updates. A discretionary annual bonus may be available based on performance and company results.

Qualifications

• Credentials required for histotechnician practice or related field.
• Experience with histology and sample processing is preferred.
• Knowledge of laboratory safety and regulatory guidelines.

Responsibilities

• Operate microtome to cut slides from paraffin blocks.
• Perform automated and manual staining procedures.
• Prepare samples for nucleic acid extraction.
• Maintain lab equipment and documentation for compliance.
• Ensure specimen integrity and quality control.

Skills

Interpersonal skills

Written communication

Oral communication

Problem solving

Data entry

Attention to detail

Multitasking

Team collaboration

Independent work

Work under pressure

Education

Histotechnician program degree

ASCP HT/HTL certification

Bachelor in biological sciences

Job description

Foundation Medicine, Inc. in Morrisville, NC seeks a Histotechnologist I to perform routine testing in a high complexity clinical diagnostic lab. The role focuses on cutting, mounting, staining, and batching slides, with opportunities to work independently on more complex samples.

Responsibilities include sample preparation, regulatory compliance, equipment maintenance, and contributing to SOP updates. A discretionary annual bonus may be available based on performance and company results.