Lead Histology Lab Tech: Inventory, Training & Maintenance

The Chronicle Of Higher Education, Inc.; Aurora (CO); On-site; USD 68,000 - 79,000; Full time

Job summary

The University of Colorado Anschutz Medical Campus, Department of Pathology, seeks a Lead Histology Lab Assistant (Lab Tech III) to perform routine and non-routine histology tasks in an onsite role in Aurora, CO. This position requires careful execution of laboratory procedures and independent problem solving under supervision.

Primary duties include inventory control, supply ordering, equipment maintenance (Sakura Prisma, PrismaPlus, Peloris III, VIP 6), and guiding lab assistants.

Qualifications

• Knowledge of histology laboratory procedures and protocols.
• Ability to operate and maintain histology equipment and staining systems.
• Experience with LIS data entry and specimen labeling/logging.

Responsibilities

• Monitor inventory and order supplies accurately.
• Maintain and log lab supply storage and par levels.
• Train and supervise lab assistants and coordinate schedules.
• Ensure proper handling and storage of blocks and slides.

Skills

Histology procedures

LIS data entry

Laboratory equipment maintenance

Inventory management

Communication skills

Education

Six years combined education/experience

Tools

Sakura Prisma

PrismaPlus stainer

Peloris III

VIP 6 tissue processor

Job description

The University of Colorado Anschutz Medical Campus, Department of Pathology, seeks a Lead Histology Lab Assistant (Lab Tech III) to perform routine and non-routine histology tasks in an onsite role in Aurora, CO. This position requires careful execution of laboratory procedures and independent problem solving under supervision.

Primary duties include inventory control, supply ordering, equipment maintenance (Sakura Prisma, PrismaPlus, Peloris III, VIP 6), and guiding lab assistants.