Histology Technician

Job Title: Histology Technician

Job Description

As a Histology Technician, you will play a crucial role in the preparation and analysis of tissue samples for histopathologic evaluation. Your responsibilities will include preparing quality tissue samples, identifying proper embedding orientation, processing tissue, and performing both routine and non-routine staining procedures. You will ensure quality control of microscope slides and maintain a clean and orderly laboratory environment.

Responsibilities

• Prepare and process quality tissue samples for histopathologic evaluation.

• Identify tissue samples for proper embedding orientation and perform paraffin embedding procedures.

• Utilize microtomy skills to prepare routine microscopic slides according to standard operating procedures.

• Perform routine hematoxylin and eosin (H&E) staining and cover slipping of microscopic slides.

• Prepare reagents and perform non-routine histochemical staining procedures.

• Conduct quality control procedures on all prepared microscope slides.

• Troubleshoot equipment and operation failures to minimize interruptions.

• Analyze raw data collection and resolve deviations in standard operating procedures.

• Assist with the revision of standard operating procedures as needed.

• Contribute to innovative process development and quality improvement.

• Manage inventory, including ordering supplies and data entry to laboratory records.

• Handle hazardous chemicals and maintain accurate records of hazardous materials.

Essential Skills

• High School Diploma and/or GED required; BS in Biology preferred.

• 1-4 years of related experience in histology or pathology.

• Proficiency in MS Word, Excel, Outlook, and PowerPoint.

• Experience in paraffin tissue work and tissue processing.

• Strong microtomy skills and knowledge of staining procedures.

Additional Skills & Qualifications

• Maintain Good Laboratory Practices (GLP).

• Experience with specimen inventory and archival of study materials.

• Ability to troubleshoot and resolve equipment and process issues.

• Strong analytical skills for data collection and deviation resolution.

*Work Environment

The position is based in a 100% GLP lab facility. The role operates Monday to Friday, with lab operations potentially running from 6:00 am to 11:00 pm. Training takes place from 8:00 am to 4:30 pm, Monday through Friday, after which there is an option to join later shifts. The current team size is 13, with plans to expand to 19 by December. A second shift is planned, with potential for overtime and a wage differential for swing shift work.

Job Type & Location

This is a Permanent position based out of Everett, WA.

Pay and Benefits

The pay range for this position is $52000.00 - $72000.00/yr.

Individual compensation offered for this position within this range will depend on many factors, including qualifications, skills, relevant experience, job knowledge, geographic location, internal equity, and other pertinent job-related factors.

Benefits Altasciences offers a wide variety of benefits to help our employees live healthy and fulfilling lives both at and outside of work. Altasciences Benefits Package Includes: Health/Dental/Vision Insurance Plans 401(k)/RRSP with Employer Match Paid Vacation and Holidays Paid Sick and Bereavement Leave Employee Assistance & Telehealth Programs Telework when applicable. Altasciences Incentive Programs Include: Training & Development Programs Employee Referral Bonus Program

Job Type & Location

This is a Permanent position based out of Everett, WA.

Application Deadline

This position is anticipated to close on Nov 17, 2026.

Workplace Type

This is a fully onsite position in Everett,WA.

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