Senior Histology Specialist - IHC & Tissue Processing

Sitka Inc.; Tempe (AZ); On-site; USD 65,000 - 85,000; Full time

Job summary

W.L. Gore and Associates in Flagstaff, AZ is seeking a Histology Specialist to join the Pathology team and support medical device research and development in partnership with pathologists, scientists, technicians and engineers.

The successful candidate will perform histology techniques, manage specimens, maintain equipment, and help implement SOPs while upholding GLP and quality standards.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in Biology or a related Life Sciences field
• ASCP HT/HTL certification required
• Minimum 2 years in histology laboratory settings
• Experience with paraffin embedding, microtomy, staining and IHC
• Strong documentation and traceability skills
• Ability to lift up to 50 pounds and travel up to 5%

Responsibilities

• Performs routine and complex histological techniques (paraffin and resin embedding, microtomy, cryosectioning, staining, IHC).
• Develops and implements new histology techniques/workflows.
• Conducts gross examination and processing of tissue and medical device specimens.
• Manages specimens from receipt to disposal with LIMS traceability.
• Collaborates with team to prioritize workload and meet deadlines.
• Operates and maintains laboratory equipment and assists with procurement of new equipment.
• Maintains inventory of supplies and supports procurement.
• Contributes to SOPs and QA standards to ensure GLP compliance.
• Provides technical training and troubleshooting for histology activities.

Skills

Histology techniques

Data integrity

Documentation

Time management

Communication

Teamwork

Physical stamina

Travel up to 5%

Education

Bachelor’s degree in Biology or Life Sciences

Job description

W.L. Gore and Associates in Flagstaff, AZ is seeking a Histology Specialist to join the Pathology team and support medical device research and development in partnership with pathologists, scientists, technicians and engineers.

The successful candidate will perform histology techniques, manage specimens, maintain equipment, and help implement SOPs while upholding GLP and quality standards.