Our client, a biotechnology company, has an immediate opening for a Research Associate. This role will perform microtomy and embedding needs for the department and be accountable for meeting scheduled completion dates and for providing timely feedback, demonstrating proactive and original thinking in execution of tasks involved with all projects.

Responsibilities:

• Perform general laboratory maintenance including maintenance of laboratory equipment, managing inventory and reagent preparation, and documentation thereof in accordance with CLIA/CAP
• Perform staining and imaging of all special stain needs for the department
• Perform inventory of filing of biospecimens and documentation in appropriate software systems
• Perform acceptance testing for incoming reagents into the laboratory
• Collaborate with team members and other project staff to accomplish specific tasks and team objectives within project timelines. Provide timely feedback when dates for individual items cannot be met
• Provide imaging and image analysis for specific clients with oversight of image analysts
• Follow company quality policy and safety practices, including training, lab safety, record keeping, and ISO or GLP as appropriate

Requirements:

• AS or BS Degree in Life Sciences
• HT/ HTL ASCP preferred but not required
• 2 to 5 years of related experience as a histologist specializing in IHC
• Proficient with a variety of histological techniques including IHC, image scanning, and automated IHC staining
• Experience with LIMS systems is a plus
• Proficient with Microsoft Office products (Excel, Word, and Powerpoint)