Histotechnician

Job Title: Histotechnician Location: Rockville, MD Hours/Schedule: Monday-Friday, 9:00 AM-5:00 PM (some scheduling flexibility) Compensation: $30.00-$40.00/hour Type: 6-Month Contract (High Potential for Extension) Overview A growing biotechnology organization in the Rockville, MD area is seeking a Histotechnician to support an expanding pathology laboratory. This is an excellent opportunity to join a collaborative, close-knit team while working on cutting‑edge preclinical and clinical research projects in a fast‑paced laboratory environment. Responsibilities Perform routine histology procedures including tissue processing, embedding, microtomy, cryosectioning, and staining Process approximately 10–20 tissue samples daily from toxicology studies and research programs Prepare paraffin tissue blocks and section 5–10 blocks daily, with occasional higher‑volume periods Perform immunohistochemistry (IHC) using automated staining platforms Conduct microscopic tissue dissection and prepare high‑quality slides for pathologist review Handle animal and human tissue specimens while maintaining specimen integrity Follow SOPs and maintain accurate laboratory documentation Maintain laboratory equipment, reagents, and a clean, organized work environment Collaborate closely with the pathology team to support ongoing research studies Requirements Associate's or Bachelor's degree in Histotechnology, Biology, Biotechnology, Biomedical Science, or a related scientific discipline 2–3 years of Histotechnician experience in biotechnology, CRO, or pathology laboratory environments; hospital pathology laboratory experience will also be considered Hands‑on experience with routine histology processing, including tissue embedding, microtomy, sectioning, and staining Experience performing immunohistochemistry (IHC) using automated stainers Experience with cryosectioning human tissue Experience processing animal tissue, necropsy specimens, or human tissue blocks Strong attention to detail and ability to accurately process multiple specimens daily Comfortable handling laboratory chemicals including formalin, xylene, and alcohols Ability to lift up to 50 pounds on an occasional basis Strong organizational, documentation, and communication skills Must be legally authorized to work in the United States for any employer #J-18808-Ljbffr Joulé