"Histotechnologist, Pathology and Lab Medicine (Full Time)"

Histotechnologist, Pathology and Lab Medicine (Full Time)

Company:
The University of Arizona

Job Location:
Tucson, 85724

Category:
Laboratory and Research

Type:
Full-Time

Posting Number: req25519

Department: Pathology and Lab Medicine

Location: Tucson Campus

Address: 1501 N Campbell Ave, Tucson, AZ 85719 USA

Position Highlights

The Department of Pathology and Laboratory Medicine at the College of Medicine - Tucson seeks a talented Histotechnologist to support both the College of American Pathology (CAP)-accredited Comparative Pathology Core Lab (CPCL) and the office of the Vice Chair for Research. The ideal candidate will work under moderate supervision, possess knowledge and skills in histological techniques and equipment, embrace a culture of safety, communicate clearly across multiple levels (faculty, staff, and administration), maintain exceptional attention to detail, and provide insight into troubleshooting moderately complex problems.

Outstanding U of A benefits include health, dental, and vision insurance plans; life insurance and disability programs; paid vacation, sick leave, and holidays; UA/ASU/NAU tuition reduction for the employee and qualified family members; state retirement plan; access to UA recreation and cultural activities; and more!

The University of Arizona has been recognized for our innovative work-life programs. For more information about working at the University of Arizona and relocation services, please click here.

Duties & Responsibilities

CPCL Services:

• Accessing, grossing, snap-freezing, processing, and embedding tissue specimens.
• Microtomy, cryosectioning, staining (H&E, special, immunohistochemistry or IHC, and immunofluorescence or IF), to include assisting with development and validation of related protocols.
• Tissue microarray construction.
• Interface with clients and troubleshoot a variety of processes.
• Convey details of projects to supervisor for accurate billing.
• Documentation and clerical tasks.
• Full slide image scanning including bright-field and fluorescent.

Technician duties to the Vice Chair's office:

• Assist with chemical inventory and chemical/biosafety hygiene plans for the Vice Chair and other faculty.
• Liaise with Banner Health and the Comprehensive Cancer Center to pull case materials.
• Inventory and organization.
• Any duties listed as part of CPCL in support of the Vice Chair.

General Laboratory/Department Duties:

• Maintain related equipment including but not limited to microtomes, water baths, mass spectrometers, immunostainers, tissue processors, and embedding stations.
• Assist with quality and document control and contribute to SOPs.
• Develop and maintain organizational system for blocks and slides.
• Maintain a clean, organized, and safe laboratory environment.

Knowledge, Skills & Abilities:

• Knowledge and experience with the principles practices and techniques of tissue processing, microtomy, and staining.
• Strong organizational skills.
• Basic computer proficiency (Office suite, etc.)
• Expertise with microtomy and histology specific to breast tissues is ideal.

Physical Requirements:

• Ability to lift up to 50 pounds.

This job posting reflects the general nature and level of work expected of the selected candidate(s). It is not intended to be an exhaustive list of all duties and responsibilities. The institution reserves the right to amend or update this description as organizational priorities and institutional needs evolve.

Minimum Qualifications

• High school diploma or high school diploma equivalency is required.
• Minimum of 3 years of relevant experience, or an equivalent combination of education and work experience.

Preferred Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in a scientific field plus 3 years of relevant experience or an equivalent combination of education and experience. Histotechnician (HT) or histotechnologist (HTL) certification from the American Society of Clinical Pathology (ASCP) or willingness to certify within one year of hire.

FLSA: Non-Exempt

Full Time/Part Time: Full Time

Number of Hours Worked per Week: 40

Job FTE: 1.0

Work Calendar: Fiscal

Job Category: Health Care and Wellness

Benefits Eligible: Yes - Full Benefits

Rate of Pay: $20.33 - $25.41

Compensation Type: hourly rate

Grade 5

Career Stream and Level OC2

Job Family Clinical Services

Job Function Health Care & Wellness

Type of criminal background check required: Name-based criminal background check (non-security sensitive)

Number of Vacancies: 1

Contact Information for Candidates
Colleen Ramsower, colleeny@arizona.edu

Open Until Filled: Yes

Documents Needed to Apply: Resume and Cover Letter

Special Instructions to Applicant
Application: The online application should be completed in its entirety. Blank or missed information may be considered an incomplete submission.

Cover Letter: Should clearly indicate how your skills and professional employment experience meet the Minimum and the Preferred qualifications (if applicable).