Histotechnician I - Histology Lab

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

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