Paraffin Block Storage Specialist — Fast-Paced Lab

HistoWiz, Inc.; New York (NY); On-site; USD 40,000 - 55,000; Full time

Job summary

HistoWiz, Inc. is seeking a DreamPath Block Storage Associate to maintain the paraffin block storage system and support recuts, staining, QC, and client requests.

You will manage storage, file archives, and block traceability, ensuring accuracy and timely retrieval for tests while collaborating with Histology, IHC, Digital Pathology, and Quality teams in a fast-paced laboratory environment.

Qualifications

• Requires high school diploma; associate degree preferred in biology or lab science.
• Strong computer skills and ability to learn lab software systems.
• Excellent attention to detail and organizational abilities.
• Ability to prioritize multiple tasks in a fast-paced production lab.
• Strong verbal and written communication skills; able to work independently and with teams.

Responsibilities

• Maintain DreamPath paraffin block storage room in a clean, organized, and efficient manner.
• File archived blocks according to procedures and storage locations.
• Retrieve blocks for recuts, additional H&E, special stains, IHC, multiplex IF, QC, pathology review, and client requests.
• Return blocks to designated storage locations after use.
• Maintain accurate block traceability within the DreamPath system.
• Assist with routine audits of paraffin block inventory and communicate requests to relevant teams to support turnaround times.

Skills

Attention to detail

Organizational skills

Strong computer proficiency

Multitasking & prioritization

Verbal and written communication

Independent with team collaboration

Education

High school diploma or equivalent

Associate's degree in Biology or Laboratory Science

Tools

LIMS

Digital pathology imaging systems

Microscopy imaging systems

Job description

HistoWiz, Inc. is seeking a DreamPath Block Storage Associate to maintain the paraffin block storage system and support recuts, staining, QC, and client requests.

You will manage storage, file archives, and block traceability, ensuring accuracy and timely retrieval for tests while collaborating with Histology, IHC, Digital Pathology, and Quality teams in a fast-paced laboratory environment.