IHC Technician (Mid-Shift)

HistoWiz, Inc.; New York (NY); On-site; USD 50,000 - 70,000; Full time

Job summary

HistoWiz, Inc. is seeking an IHC Technician to join our team in New York. The role involves performing routine IHC staining and associated laboratory tasks on an evening shift from 10:30 am to 7 pm.

Candidates should have a Bachelor's degree in a scientific field and be tech-savvy. Experience in biotech and knowledge of IHC special stains are preferred, along with strong communication skills.

Qualifications

• Must be available for a 10:30 pm – 7 pm shift Monday-Friday, with weekend availability as needed.
• Experience working at a biotech preferred.
• HTL or QIHC licenses, a plus.

Responsibilities

• Perform routine antibody staining.
• Operate automated IHC stain and cover slipper(s).
• Maintain accurate work records.

Skills

Knowledge of IHC – Special Stains

Strong verbal and written communication skills

Tech-savvy, fast learner

Education

Bachelors degree in a scientific field

Job description

IHC Technician

We are looking for a highly motivated IHC Technician to join our fast‑growing team, working the evening shift 10:30 am – 7 pm. Under the general direction and supervision of the Director of Laboratory Operations, the IHC Technician will apply knowledge and skills of IHC staining procedures and routine histology tasks to complete the daily assigned workload.

Responsibilities

• Must be available for a 10:30 pm – 7 pm shift Monday‑Friday, with weekend availability as needed
• Perform routine antibody staining
• Perform routine preventive maintenance procedures
• Perform antibody and equipment validations
• Operate automated IHC stain and cover slipper(s)
• Troubleshoot quality issues
• Create and/or monitor essential documents through the daily operation
• Exchange instrument specific reagents at designated intervals
• Timely completion of instrument specific QC documentation when applicable
• Proper handling and disposal of chemical waste
• Immediate notification to supervisory personnel of malfunctioning instrumentation
• QC/QA of all antibodies
• Immediate notification of existing and/or potential problems to the proper authority
• Maintain accurate work records (i.e., Maintenance Logs, Temperature Logs, etc.)
• Evaluate new equipment and procedures
• Review slides for overall quality of preparation such as staining intensity, proper cover slipping and stain artifacts

Position Requirements

• Bachelors degree in a scientific field preferred
• Tech‑savvy, fast learner; we use a proprietary, digital LIMS system
• Strong verbal and written communication skills
• HTL or QIHC licenses, a plus
• Experience working at a biotech preferred
• Knowledge of IHC – Special Stains