Histological Scientist / Histotechnologist

• The Scientist II will support laboratory research activities involving tissue processing, embedding, staining, and histological analysis.
• The role requires expertise in histological techniques, immunohistochemistry, immunofluorescence, and laboratory protocol optimization to support research and imaging objectives in a collaborative scientific environment.

Requirement/Must Have:

• 3 5 years of hands-on experience in tissue processing, tissue staining, and tissue embedding in a research or clinical laboratory setting.
• Proficiency in histological techniques including paraffin embedding and cryosectioning.
• Expertise in immunohistochemistry (IHC), immunofluorescence (IF), and histological staining methods.
• Ability to troubleshoot and optimize tissue preparation protocols.
• Strong analytical and organizational skills.
• Familiarity with laboratory safety protocols and quality control standards.

Experience:

• Experience performing tissue processing and sample preparation for laboratory analysis.
• Experience with paraffin and frozen tissue embedding techniques.
• Experience conducting histological staining and imaging preparation procedures.
• Experience collaborating with research teams on experimental design and data interpretation.
• Experience maintaining laboratory documentation, records, and inventory.
• Experience with HPLC, ocular tissue, or skin tissue preferred.
• 3D printing experience preferred.

Responsibilities:

• Execute tissue processing procedures to prepare high-quality samples for analysis.
• Perform tissue embedding using paraffin and frozen section techniques.
• Conduct tissue staining including IHC, IF, and histological staining procedures.
• Troubleshoot and optimize laboratory protocols to ensure high-quality and reproducible results.
• Collaborate with researchers to support experimental design, data analysis, and interpretation of findings.
• Maintain detailed records of laboratory procedures, results, and inventory.
• Ensure compliance with laboratory safety standards and quality control procedures.
• Support research activities in a collaborative laboratory environment.

Should Have:

• Experience with HPLC applications.
• Experience working with ocular tissue or skin tissue.
• Experience with 3D printing technologies in research environments.

Skills:

• Tissue Processing and Embedding.
• Histology and Cryosectioning.
• Immunohistochemistry (IHC).
• Immunofluorescence (IF).
• Histological Staining Techniques.
• Laboratory Troubleshooting and Protocol Optimization.
• Experimental Data Analysis.
• Documentation and Record Management.
• Time Management and Multitasking.
• Collaboration and Communication Skills.

Qualification And Education:

• PhD or Master s degree in Biology, Biomedical Sciences, or related field preferred.
• Bachelor s degree with significant relevant laboratory experience may be considered.