Translational Pathology Scientist: Ocular Histology

BioSpace; Irvine (CA); Sur place; USD 80 000 - 100 000; Plein temps

Résumé du poste

AbbVie’s Pathology Laboratory in Irvine seeks an experienced Pathology Associate II to perform routine and specialized histology supporting nonclinical safety studies and investigative research. You will work with pathologists and scientists to coordinate study support, manage materials, and assist with IHC and special stains.

The role requires hands-on histology skills, attention to detail, and the ability to maintain accurate records while collaborating in a small, cross-functional team.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree with 2-4 years of relevant experience or a Master's with 0-2 years of relevant experience.
• Hands-on experience with routine histology procedures (trimming, embedding, microtomy, sectioning, staining, slide prep).
• Experience operating histology equipment such as tissue processors and automated staining systems.
• Experience packaging, shipping, receiving, and tracking histology specimens and materials.
• Ability to independently manage assigned laboratory activities while collaborating in a team.

Responsabilités

• Independently perform routine histology procedures, including tissue trimming, embedding, microtomy, slide preparation, staining, and coverslipping.
• Perform specialized ocular histology procedures and support preparation of ocular tissues for nonclinical safety and investigative studies.
• Perform or assist with immunohistochemistry (IHC), special stains, and other pathology laboratory procedures.
• Prepare, label, organize, track, archive, package, ship, and receive tissue blocks, slides, biological specimens, and other study-related materials.
• Operate histology equipment, including tissue processors and automated staining systems, and coordinate routine maintenance, calibration, and troubleshooting activities.
• Maintain accurate laboratory records, sample-tracking information, equipment documentation, and study-related documentation.
• Support laboratory operations through inventory management, purchasing and stocking supplies, coordinating equipment service, and maintaining organized work areas.
• Coordinate pathology materials and work schedules with pathologists, scientists, external CROs, and colleagues at other sites.
• Follow laboratory safety policies, SOPs, quality procedures, and applicable compliance requirements.
• Maintain awareness of current histology technologies and contribute to laboratory efficiency and continuous-improvement initiatives.
• Collaborate with pathologists, scientists, and laboratory staff to support study execution and departmental objectives.
• Provide technical guidance or hands-on support to less experienced colleagues as assigned.

Connaissances

Histology expertise

Detail oriented

Team collaboration

Laboratory judgment

Formation

Bachelor's degree with 2-4 years experience

Master's degree with 0-2 years experience

Outils

Tissue processors

Automated staining systems

IHC platforms (Leica Bond RX)

Description du poste

AbbVie’s Pathology Laboratory in Irvine seeks an experienced Pathology Associate II to perform routine and specialized histology supporting nonclinical safety studies and investigative research. You will work with pathologists and scientists to coordinate study support, manage materials, and assist with IHC and special stains.

The role requires hands-on histology skills, attention to detail, and the ability to maintain accurate records while collaborating in a small, cross-functional team.