UC Davis

Histology Technician

Salary or Pay Range: $28.88/hr. - $46.46/hr. – This position is subject to a departmental budgeted salary range of: Step 1 - $28.88/hr. - Step 8 - $33.18/hr., commensurate with educational background and relevant working experience.

Under general supervision, provides laboratory testing in the areas of histology and immunohistochemistry and is responsible for histology laboratory management including full compliance with CAHFS quality system, and training additional personnel, as required. Participates in development activities with regard to new procedures and provides backup support to other laboratory sections.

Minimum Qualifications - For full consideration, applicants are encouraged to upload license and/or certification if required of the position

• B.S. degree in a scientific discipline or equivalent work experience in histology including theory and application as it specifically pertains to diagnostic testing.

• Experience performing histology techniques, understand written protocols & equipment including tissue processors, embedders, microtomes, automated slide stainers, cryostat, biosafety cabinets, fume hoods, centrifuges, antigen decloaker, pipettes, calculators, balances, & pH meter

• Skills to judge the quality of staining procedures and determine necessary adjustments for optimal quality; investigate, troubleshoot, resolve, and document actions related to assay failures and improvement of existing techniques.

• Knowledge & skill to perform routine dilutions, preparation of staining solutions, and associated calculations.

• Familiarity with fresh &/or fixed tissues, including bone, eyes, skin, brain, etc.

• Knowledge of and ability to follow laboratory/University safety protocols including appropriate disposal of waste solvents and biohazardous materials.

Preferred Qualifications

• ASCP certified Histotechnician or Histotechnologist (preferrable) 

• Knowledge & skill to perform histology & immunohistochemistry techniques.

• Knowledge to grossly identify processed tissue type to aid in the trimming and embedding processes.

• Knowledge of and ability to work in a quality system environment adhering to all policies and procedures that ensure the highest quality of laboratory testing.

• Ability to tolerate strong odors and the sight of exposed animal tissues and blood products. This position may, at times, require the incumbent to work with or be in areas where hazardous materials and/or infectious diseases are present.

• Skills to evaluate and implement new procedures/techniques.

Key Responsibilities

• 70% - Histopathology

• 15% - Laboratory Management & Quality Program

• 10% - Other Laboratory Duties

• 5% - Development

Special Requirements – Please contact your recruiter with questions regarding which activities apply by position

• This is a critical position, as defined by UC policy and local procedures, and as such, employment is contingent upon successful completion of background check(s), including but not limited to criminal record history background check(s)

To view full job description and submit an on-line application visit UC Davis Career Opportunities at 

http://50.73.55.13/counter.php?id=295949

Job ID# 75413

The University of California, Davis is an Affirmative Action/Equal Opportunity Employer