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Description

We are seeking an experienced Histology Technician to join our Comparative Pathology Support team supporting the U.S. Army Institute of Surgical Research on Joint Base San Antonio – Fort Sam Houston. Our Histology Technicians provide technical skills in the preparation of tissue specimens for research experiments. Specific tasks include:

• Prepare the necropsy suites, instruments, and other materials necessary to conduct necropsies.
• Dissect or assist with dissection of laboratory animals, collecting specimens, such as tissues, culture samples, blood/body fluid samples, during necropsy, properly labeling and preserving specimens in accordance with standard operating procedures (SOP), guidelines and policies
• Record all required data in the designated logs and/or databases, maintaining accurate records of all specimens and the resulting blocks and slides.
• Prepare preliminary records of gross findings, using appropriate pathological terminology and prepare and transmit gross photographic images
• Accession submitted cases into the pathology database and perform database entry procedures utilizing the appropriate computer systems
• Perform and monitor slide scanning and electronic storage of slide images
• Perform specimen processing procedures on necropsy specimens for histopathology. Specimens will be trimmed-in and embedded in accordance with standard operating procedures
• Process hard tissue specimens utilizing the pathology saw and the decalcified bone/tissue implant system, following CPB SOP and all safety regulations and guidelines
• Section samples with the microtome or cryostat and perform standardized and/or specialized stains, per investigator/pathologist request
• Perform immunohistochemical and immunofluorescence staining techniques on samples, suitable for microscopic examination and photography by the investigator and/or pathologist
• Archive completed cases and specimens IAW policies and procedures
• Evaluate, modify, and/or develop technical procedures to meet the special requirements of protocols, in consultation with the investigator/pathologist, on the methods and materials required to assure proper tissue handling, collection, and preservation for histological, immunohistochemical, and immunofluorescence analysis
• Perform routine chemistry, coagulation, and hematological and microbial analysis of research samples, in accordance with SOPs.

Preferred Experience and Credentials

• AA or bachelor’s degree in Science, Histotechnology or related field from an accredited college, or approved hospital-based Histotechnology program
• 2 years of clinical laboratory experience
• Histology Technician (HT) or Histology Technologist (HTL) (ASCP)
• US Citizenship and NACI Clearable

CICONIX, LLC is an Equal Opportunity Employer, including disability/veterans. We participate in E-Verify.

Compensation:

• Competitive market-based salary, commensurate with experience and education
• Comprehensive benefits package available (Medical, Dental, PTO, 401k etc).