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Research Associate III (Histotechnolgist) - Onsite
Contract: Foster City, California, US
Salary Range: 40.00 - 55.00 | Per Hour
Job Code: 363770
End Date: 2025-08-17
Days Left: 26 days, 8 hours left
Position Details:
Industry: Pharmaceutical
Job Title: Research Associate III (Histotechnolgist) - Onsite
Location: Foster City, CA 94404
Duration: 12+ months [+ Possibilities of extension]
Pay Range: $45-$55/hr
About the Role:
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The Pathobiology Lab Operations Group is seeing an experienced Histology Technician to enhance our pathology and translational research efforts.
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The ideal candidate will bring advanced expertise in histological procedures, including tissue processing, staining techniques, and digital pathology, to support our drug development pipeline.
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This role is crucial for maintaining our laboratory’s high standards, driving excellence in both histology and data management, and delivering exceptional customer service to internal stakeholders.
Responsibilities:
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Oversee tissue processing, embedding, sectioning, staining, and high-resolution scanning, ensuring high-quality specimen preparation and accurate digital capture.
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Manage histology requests from receipt to completion, providing timely communication, insightful feedback, and outstanding customer service.
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Oversee samples management logistics for clinical and non-clinical samples, ensuring compliance with protocols.
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Implement QC measures for histological integrity, covering equipment upkeep, standard practices, accurate sample handling, issue resolution, and data accuracy checks.
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Provide guidance and support to R&D scientists on histology techniques and upholding laboratory safety, regulatory compliance, and service excellence.
Qualifications:
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AS/BS degree in Histotechnology, Biology, Pathology, or a related Life Science field.
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Certification as a Histotechnician (HT) or Histotechnologist (HTL) by the American Society for Clinical Pathology (ASCP).
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A minimum of 5 years of relevant histology experience
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Exceptional professionalism, interpersonal skills, and commitment to customer satisfaction.
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Strong analytical, problem-solving, and critical thinking skills.
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Detail-oriented with excellent record-keeping abilities.
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Adaptable and proficient in learning new processes and technologies.
Preferred (not required):
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Experience with Laboratory Information Management Systems (LIMS)
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Knowledge of sample tracking and inventory management
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Strategic problem-solving skills and a proactive approach to operational improvements.
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Good visual acuity and ability to lift to 40 pounds.
Job Requirement
- Histotechnician
- Histotechnologist
- Histology
- Histologist
- HT Certification
- HTL Certification
- Histotechnology
- Tissue processing
- sectioning
- tissue specimen preparation
Reach Out to a Recruiter
- Recruiter
- Phone
- Niharika Shrivastava
- niharika.shrivastava@collabera.com
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