"Histology Technician III - Ophthalmology"

Position Summary

The Histology Technician III will provide advanced histological and microscopy support services to research laboratories within the Department of Ophthalmology & Visual Sciences at Washington University School of Medicine. The majority of time will be devoted to preparing high-quality paraffin and frozen sections of animal and human ocular tissue for light microscopy. Working largely independently, the technician will support investigators participating in the NEI P30 Core Grant for Vision Research. The position reports to Dr. Steven Bassnett and Dr. Takeshi Yoshimatsu.

Please note: this is a basic science laboratory position, not a clinical laboratory role.

Job Description

Primary Duties & Responsibilities:

• Prepare high-quality paraffin and frozen tissue sections for analysis by light microscopy.
• Perform routine and specialized histological procedures, including fixation, embedding, sectioning, and staining.
• Assist with or perform immunocytochemistry and in situ hybridization when required.
• Operate and maintain light microscopes and assist in imaging applications relevant to vision research.
• Learn and apply additional imaging modalities, such as optical coherence tomography (OCT), as needed.
• Allocate approximately one half-day per week for preventive maintenance of three departmental research microscopes.
• Work collaboratively with faculty, students, and trainees, providing technical guidance and support as needed.
• Maintain accurate records, organize data, and ensure compliance with laboratory safety procedures.

Working Conditions:

Job Location/Working Conditions

• Basic science laboratory environment.

The above statements are intended to describe the general nature and level of work performed by people assigned to this classification. They are not intended to be construed as an exhaustive list of all job duties performed by the personnel so classified. Management reserves the right to revise or amend duties at any time.

Required Qualifications

Education:

Bachelor’s degree or combination of education and/or experience may substitute for minimum education.

Certifications/Professional Licenses:

No specific certification/professional license is required for this position.

Work Experience:

Histology (2 Years)

Skills:

Not Applicable

Driver's License:

A driver's license is not required for this position.

Preferred Qualifications:

• Experience with immunocytochemistry or in situ hybridization techniques.
• Familiarity with the operation of light microscopes is required, and a willingness to learn additional imaging modalities – such as optical coherence tomography (OCT).
• Strong written and verbal communication skills are essential, as the successful applicant will interact directly with faculty investigators and serves as a technical resource for students and trainees.

Grade

C10-H

Salary Range

$25.30 - $37.94 / HourlyThe salary range reflects base salaries paid for positions in a given job grade across the University. Individual rates within the range will be determined by factors including one's qualifications and performance, equity with others in the department, market rates for positions within the same grade and department budget.