Histotechnologist, Veterinary Research Laboratory

Animal Care & Use Program

The Animal Care & Use Program fosters a culture of excellence, compassion, and adherence to the highest standards of animal welfare in the conduct of research, testing, and teaching at the University of Michigan.

Job Summary

The ULAM Pathology Core is seeking a part-time, certified histology technician or histotechnologist with an interest in research histology. ULAM Pathology Core is a core facility providing research pathology services to UM investigators and animal diagnostic pathology services to the research animal care program. This position will be located within our histology service area. Responsibilities will include routine histology tasks including grossing, processing & embedding, paraffin and frozen sectioning, and staining of a variety of animal and non-clinical (research only) human tissue samples. Special staining, rodent dissection, and immunohistochemistry experience is a plus. Our laboratory is well-equipped with instrumentation and automated processes incorporated into workflow wherever possible. The work is fast-paced and varied and offers opportunities for special projects and continuing education. The individual in this position will frequently interact with investigators, veterinary staff, and laboratory coworkers as well as with our board-certified veterinary pathologists. This position requires staff to work independently and to contribute their ideas and expertise to methods development and quality improvements. The position also requires the ability to work collaboratively and to coordinate workflows with other team members. We pride ourselves on our team, our quality output, and our role in facilitating research. Attention to detail, time management, integrity, and collegiality are of utmost importance.

Responsibilities

• Perform routine histology procedures on fixed and frozen tissues, including grossing, processing & embedding, paraffin & frozen sectioning, and histochemical routine and special staining
• Maintain histology equipment
• Record-keeping, inventory control, and chemical management related to histology
• Assist with methods development and troubleshooting
• Maintain efficient throughput and coordinate workflows with other team members
• Immunohistochemistry tasks may be available, depending on training and interest
• Other duties as assigned

Required Qualifications

• HT(ASCP) OR HTL(ASCP) certification OR certification eligibility
• As applicable, candidates will be asked to provide proof of academic degrees and/or professional licenses/certifications
• Competence in routine histological tasks: grossing, processing, embedding, paraffin and frozen sectioning, staining
• Previous histological experience working with animal tissues
• Capable of accurate and timely completion of assigned tasks
• Capable of collegial interactions with individuals of diverse backgrounds
• Capable of professional written and oral communications
• This position requires considerable use of arms and legs and activities such as climbing, lifting, balancing, walking, stooping and handling of materials which at times weigh as much as 50 lbs.
• Must be able to perform in an environment with exposure to animals, animal dander, animal byproducts and bedding materials

Desired Qualifications

• Experience with special histochemical stains
• Experience with immunohistochemistry in animal species
• Experience or willingness to learn rodent dissection techniques

Modes of Work

Positions that are eligible for hybrid or mobile/remote work mode are at the discretion of the hiring department. Work agreements are reviewed annually at a minimum and are subject to change at any time, and for any reason, throughout the course of employment. Learn more about the work modes.

Work Schedule

20 hours per week, Monday - Friday (dayshift), on a routine schedule with flexibility within our regular business hours of 8-5. Potential for an earlier start time exists after a training period.

Work Locations

North Campus Research Complex and Medical School Auxiliary Building

Additional Information

Position does not have applicable underfill availability

Position not eligible for sponsorship

Union Affiliation

This position is covered under the collective bargaining agreement between the U-M and the United Michigan Medicine Allied Professionals (UMMAP), which contains and settles all matters with respect to wages, benefits, hours, and other terms and conditions of employment.

Background Screening

Michigan Medicine conducts background screening and pre-employment drug testing on job candidates upon acceptance of a contingent job offer and may use a third-party administrator to conduct background screenings. Background screenings are performed in compliance with the Fair Credit Report Act. Pre-employment drug testing applies to all selected candidates, including new or additional faculty and staff appointments, as well as transfers from other U-M campuses.

U-M EEO Statement

The University of Michigan is an Equal Opportunity Employer. We are committed to providing an environment of mutual respect where equal employment opportunities are available to all applicants, including protected veterans and individuals with disabilities.