Histology Technician
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Job Title: Histology Technician Location: Rockville, MD Hours/Schedule: Monday-Friday, 9:00 AM-5:00 PM (some scheduling flexibility) Compensation: $32.00-$45.00/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
- 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
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