Senior Histotechnologist
$125,000–$140,000 year
On-siteNew York City, New York, United States or New York, United States
Job Summary
Operate and maintain histology laboratory equipment, including advanced automated tissue processing and staining platforms. Perform core histology techniques for FFPE tissues, including fixation, processing, embedding, sectioning, and quality control. Execute single-plex and multiplex immunohistochemistry and immunofluorescence staining methodologies. Conduct microscopic evaluation of FFPE tissues using brightfield and multiplex immunofluorescence imaging. Provide subject-matter expertise on the practical application of IHC and histological techniques in support of oncology research programs. Partner with the Histology team to ensure laboratory instrumentation is properly maintained, calibrated, and compliant with operational standards. Serve as a histology and IHC expert on project teams, ensuring appropriate methodologies, priorities, and timelines are established and maintained. This day shift position (approx. 8a-5p local time) supports a contract research organization dedicated to advancing research through specialized laboratory services.
Required Qualifications
- BS-Clinical Laboratory Science, Biology, Biochemistry or related field
- 8+ years of histology experience in a hospital or CRO laboratory
- MS in similar fields
- HT, HTL, ASCP certification or eligible for certification
- Attention to detail
- Excellent problem-solving skills
- Proficiency in data analysis software (such as GraphPad Prism, ImageJ)
- Excellent communication skills – verbal and written
- Works well both as a team and as an individual
- Demonstration of excellent team player skills
- Very strong attention to detail
- Very strong problem-solving skills
- A high level of learning agility
- The ability to work across functions
- Leadership and communication skills
- Flexibility
- An adaptable approach to goal delivery
- This is a day shift position (approx. 8a-5p local time)
Desired Qualifications
- MS in similar fields will also be considered
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