Pay Range: $27.80-$43.08 Company Overview:
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Job Description:
Histology Technician
We are currently seeking atrainedHistology Technician (non-certified)to support a Research Pathologist specializing in optical imaging techniques (i.e., in vivo/ex vivo microscopy) in the Department of Dermatology, which are being explored in a research setting for non-invasive diagnosis of skin disease.
Role Overview:
- Prepare histology glass slides, that includes tissue processing, embedding, microtomy, and routine Hematoxylin and Eosin and special staining.
- Perform manual immunohistochemistry (IHC) and automated IHC staining.
- Assist pathologist in tissue macro and microdissection for the isolation of the tissue specific cell component.
- Scan glass slides on AperioScanscope.
- Perform routine maintenance and cleaning of equipment.
- Maintain a clean and well-organized work area.
- Perform filing of finished blocks and slides.
- Adhere to laboratory’s quality control policies, and documents.
- Ensure all safety, quality control and quality assurance standards are met.
- Assisting supervisor in imaging patients, maintaining database,protocols,and other research related work
Key Qualifications:
- 1-2 years’ experience in histopathology techniques
Core Skills:
- Experience in working in a dermatopathology/ Mohs lab is an added advantage.
- Frozen section knowledge would be beneficial
- Experience in animal handling
Additional Information:
- Location: main hospital campus, 1275 York Avenue, in NYC
- Schedule: Monday - Friday, 9 am - 5 pm
- Reporting to Attending, Pathologist-Scientist
Pay Range: $27.80-$43.08/hr.
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