Job description

Hours: 7:00 am – 3:30 pm can be flexible on time frames North Chicago, Illinois 60064

• Routine Histology, microtomy, embedding, H&E staining
• Ability to work in a team
• Has worked with animal tissues
• GLP knowledge
• Communication
• The Histology lab works with several hazardous and non-hazardous reagents.

B.S./B.A. Biology/Chemistry or related field is preferred

HT (ASCP) certification is preferred, but a candidate with strong biology skills and a willingness to learn may be considered

Purpose of Role:

• Generate precise, reliable, and reproducible histological slides promptly, under the direction of a more senior scientific leader. Demonstrate experimental precision and a general understanding of histology processes.

Responsibilities:

• Ability to consistently produce high-quality histological slides

• Capable of performing or developing requested immunohistochemical techniques

• Recognize variations in tissue specimens

• Knowledge of the chemical rational of staining procedures

• Ability to recognize technical issues and troubleshoot accordingly.

• Establish and exercise proper quality control

• Analyzes, interprets, and evaluates results at each tissue processing step to maintain quality control

• Completely follow established protocols and assess results with supervision

• Recognize and report experimental variances.

• Apply basic scientific principles to work

• Learn and effectively implement new experimental protocols and/or techniques. Maintain laboratory equipment and optimize laboratory operations for efficient use of time, laboratory supplies, and reagents, when appropriate.

• Consult literature to understand the scientific purpose of assignments. Impact projects predominantly through lab-based activities.

• Understand and adhere to corporate standards regarding code of conduct, safety, appropriate handling of materials, and GxP compliance.

• Knowledge of IT aptitude

Job Type: Full-time

Pay: $25.00 - $28.00 per hour

Benefits:

• Dental insurance
• Health insurance
• Vision insurance

Schedule:

• 8 hour shift
• Day shift
• Monday to Friday

Ability to commute/relocate:

• North Chicago, IL: Reliably commute or planning to relocate before starting work (Preferred)

Education:

• Bachelor's (Preferred)

Work Location: In person

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