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Immediate need for a talented Research Associate III, Histology Technical Specialist. This is a 12 Months Contract opportunity with long-term potential and is located in Foster City, CA (Onsite). Please review the job description below and contact me ASAP if you are interested.
Job ID:25-92099
Pay Range: $53 - $55/hour. Employee benefits include, but are not limited to, health insurance (medical, dental, vision), 401(k) plan, and paid sick leave (depending on work location).
Key Responsibilities:
- Oversee tissue processing, embedding, sectioning, staining, and high-resolution scanning, ensuring high-quality specimen preparation and accurate digital capture.
- Manage histology requests from receipt to completion, providing timely communication, insightful feedback, and outstanding customer service.
- Oversee samples management logistics for clinical and non-clinical samples, ensuring compliance with protocols.
- Implement QC measures for histological integrity, covering equipment upkeep, standard practices, accurate sample handling, issue resolution, and data accuracy checks.
- Provide guidance and support to R&D scientists on histology techniques and upholding laboratory safety, regulatory compliance, and service excellence.
Key Requirements and Technology Experience:
- Skills-LIMS, Histology Techniques, Histotechnologist, Histotechnician, Clinical Pathology.
- AS/BS degree in Histotechnology, Biology, Pathology, or a related Life Science field.
- Certification as a Histotechnician (HT) or Histotechnologist (HTL) by the American Society for Clinical Pathology (ASCP).
- A minimum of 5 years of relevant histology experience
- Expertise in Advanced Histology Techniques and Equipment
- Strong Quality Control and Lab Management Experience
- Exceptional Analytical Skills and meticulous Attention to Detail
- Experience with Laboratory Information Management Systems (LIMS)
- Knowledge of Sample tracking and Inventory Management
- Strong Problem-Solving Skills with a Proactive Approach
Our client is a leading Pharmaceutical Industry and we are currently interviewing to fill this and other similar contract positions. If you are interested in this position, please apply online for immediate consideration.
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