Histology Technician Job at The University of Pennsylvania, Philadelphia, PA

  • The University of Pennsylvania
  • Philadelphia, PA

Job Description

Histology TechnicianThe main roles of this position are to provide technical histology to the Penn Vet Diagnostic Laboratory (PVDL) and the Comparative Pathology Core (CPC). Expert technical support is required in the histology laboratory for the PVDL and CPC (a shared resource within the Abramson Cancer Center), which generates materials for busy biopsy and autopsy services and research. In this role, the employee will work closely with other histology technicians, faculty pathologists, researchers, staff, and resident trainees and main duties include: tissue trimming and embedding; sectioning/microtoming of processed; histochemical staining; instrument maintenance (tissue processor, autostainer, cover-slipper); and distribution and filing of cases, slides, and blocks. The opportunities to trim fixed tissues and aid in optimizing novel antibodies for immunohistochemistry are also potentially available to the right candidate. The employee will also be integral in maintaining quality control/quality assessment protocols and standard operating procedures for CPC and PVDL activities.Job responsibilities will include:Tissue trimming and embeddingSectioning/microtoming of processed and frozen tissuesHistochemical stainingImmunohistochemical staining (auto-immunostaining instrument) as well as infrequent manual stainingInstrument maintenance (tissue processor, autostainer, cover-slipper)Distribution and filing of cases, slides, and blocks.The opportunities to trim fixed tissues and aid in optimizing novel antibodies for immunohistochemistry are also potentially available to the right candidate.Other duties as assignedQualificationsAn Associate of Science and 3 to 5 years of experience or equivalent combination of education and experience is required. Experience with tissue preparation and processing is required. Please submit a cover letter along with your resume.Job Location - City, StatePhiladelphia, PennsylvaniaDepartment / SchoolSchool of Veterinary MedicinePay Range$19.57 - $23.00 Hourly RateSalary offers are made based on the candidate's qualifications, experience, skills, and education as they directly relate to the requirements of the position, and in alignment with salary ranges based on external market data for the job's level. Internal organization and peer data at Penn are also considered.Equal Opportunity StatementThe University of Pennsylvania is an equal opportunity employer. Candidates are considered for employment without regard to race, color, sex, sexual orientation, religion, creed, national origin (including shared ancestry or ethnic characteristics), citizenship status, age, disability, veteran status or any class protected under applicable federal, state or local law.Special Requirements Background checks may be required after a conditional job offer is made. Consideration of the background check will be tailored to the requirements of the job.University BenefitsHealth, Life, and Flexible Spending AccountsTuitionRetirementTime Away from WorkLong-Term Care InsuranceWellness and Work-life ResourcesProfessional and Personal DevelopmentUniversity ResourcesDiscounts and Special ServicesFlexible Work HoursPenn Home Ownership ServicesAdoption Assistance

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