Histotechnologist: Tissue Prep for Genomic Sequencing

Natera; San Francisco (CA); On-site; USD 56,000 - 84,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical, dental, vision

401(k) with company match

Paid time off

Job summary

Natera is seeking a histology-focused technician to perform tissue preparation for the sequencing lab in San Francisco. You will handle slides, microdissection, and related workflow tasks, contributing to validations and reagent qualifications under supervision when needed.

The role includes training staff, updating SOPs, and participating in EH&S initiatives to ensure accurate case processing and regulatory compliance.

Qualifications

• Degree in histology or in chemical/biological sciences with required biology/chemistry hours
• 1 year histology experience or 9-month histotech program training
• HIPAA/PHI privacy, policy, and security training within 30 days of hire
• A copy of the degree is required at time of hire (US or equivalent)

Responsibilities

• Perform histological preparations with high accuracy for sequencing labs
• Prepare tissues, stained slides, microdissection, and related workflow tasks
• Independently handle testing and reagent/equipment prep after training
• Participate in validations and reagent qualifications
• Provide supervision and train staff; support SOP updates and EH&S goals
• Collaborate with Engineering, Biodev, and Stats to resolve issues

Skills

Team communication

Attention to detail

Workflow understanding

Training others

Education

Histotechnician degree

Bachelor in biology/chemistry

Tools

Google Suite

Microsoft Office

Job description

Natera is seeking a histology-focused technician to perform tissue preparation for the sequencing lab in San Francisco. You will handle slides, microdissection, and related workflow tasks, contributing to validations and reagent qualifications under supervision when needed.

The role includes training staff, updating SOPs, and participating in EH&S initiatives to ensure accurate case processing and regulatory compliance.