Histology Technician II (PRN) - WashU Histology and Innovation Services Center

Histology Technician

The Washington University Histology and Innovation Services Center (WHISC) is seeking a part-time, as-needed Histology Technician to support animal tissue processing and histopathology services within the centralized animal histology core. This position performs routine and specialized histology procedures for preclinical and translational research studies, including tissue processing, embedding, slide preparation, and quality control. The technician will work collaboratively with WHISC staff and investigators to ensure high-quality specimen preparation while maintaining laboratory safety, organization, and compliance standards. The ideal candidate will possess strong technical histology skills, attention to detail, and the ability to manage variable workloads in a fast-paced research environment; prior experience with animal tissues and core laboratory operations is preferred.

Primary Duties & Responsibilities:

• Prepares histology sections by processing tissue and embedding, cutting, and staining prepared sections.
• Performs special techniques such as immunohistochemical techniques and stains and cutting of frozen tissue.
• Prepares and changes solutions and reagents.
• Performs general maintenance of laboratory equipment.
• Maintains supply and chemical inventories.
• Cleans and prepares staining set and conducts quality control.
• Performs record keeping and clerical support functions.
• Assists supervisor with other duties and special projects as needed.

Working Conditions:

• Requires extensive safety training
• Exposure to blood-borne pathogens

Physical Effort:

• Typically sitting at desk or table
• Repetitive wrist, hand or finger movement

Equipment:

• Lab/research equipment

The above statements are intended to describe the general nature and level of work performed by people assigned to this classification. They are not intended to be construed as an exhaustive list of all job duties performed by the personnel so classified. Management reserves the right to revise or amend duties at any time.

Required Qualifications:

Education: Associate degree or combination of education and experience may substitute for minimum education.

Certifications/Professional Licenses: No specific certification/professional license is required for this position.

Work Experience: Histology Technician (1 Year)

Skills: Not Applicable

Driver's License: A driver's license is not required for this position.

Preferred Qualifications:

• Equivalent of two years college education in biology, chemistry, clinical laboratory science or medical laboratory technology.
• HT(ASCP) or HTL(ASCP) certification.

Grade: C08-H

Salary Range: $21.33 - $31.98 / Hourly The salary range reflects base salaries paid for positions in a given job grade across the University. Individual rates within the range will be determined by factors including one's qualifications and performance, equity with others in the department, market rates for positions within the same grade and department budget.