Details
Posted: 14-Jul-22
Location: Beaverton, Oregon
Type: Full Time
Preferred Education: 4 Year Degree
Salary: $27.74 - 37.52/hr
Categories:
Academic / Research
Academic / Research - Histotechnologist
Sector:
Research Facility
Salary Details:
AFSCME union position.
Comprehensive medical, dental, vision, vacation, sick leave and retirement benefits package included.
Preferred Education:
4 Year Degree
Additional Information:
2 openings available.
Internal Number: 2022-17480
Located in the sprawling, forested campus of the Oregon National Primate Research Center (ONPRC), part of the Oregon Health and Science University (OHSU) in the heart of the Pacific North West, the ONPRC Integrated Pathology Core (IPC) provides high-quality, state-of-the-art conventional and advanced histology, research pathology, microscopy, and image analysis services and expertise to investigators and pathologists at the institutional, regional, and national level in support of research using NHP models in studies relevant to human health and disease. The IPC serves research programs in neuroscience, reproductive and developmental biology, cardiometabolic health, immunology, and infectious disease in nonhuman primate models as well as the histology needs of the Pathology Service Unit (PSU) in diagnostic support of the ONPRC NHP colony. Due to significant increases in the demands for our services, the IPC is inviting qualified applicants to join the lab at the Histotechnologist level.
The Histotechnologist will perform various histological lab duties and techniques such as preparing tissue blocks, routine H&E and special staining, coverslipping, making solutions, routine equipment maintenance, processing and embedding tissues from nonhuman primates and other laboratory animal species. The Histotechnologist will also participate in the histological aspects of various research projects from our collaborators within the ONPRC and the wider OHSU community. The Histotechnologist will consult with research and pathology staff to perform requests that meet the specific aims of each project, plan experiments independently or under the direction of the core director. The successful applicant will be provided with the necessary training in the operations of the lab, plus advance training in immunohistochemistry (IHC), next generation in-situ hybridization (ISH) and quantitative tissue analysis for IHC and ISH. The position requires general knowledge of universal precautions and willingness to work with Biosafety Level-2 agents and potentially hazardous chemical agents. The successful applicant will also be required to take on some administrative, training and supervisory responsibilities in the lab.
Oregon Health & Science University values a diverse and culturally competent workforce. We are proud of our commitment to being an equal opportunity, affirmative action organization that does not discriminate against applicants on the basis of any protected class status, including disability status and protected veteran status. Individuals with diverse backgrounds and those who promote diversity and a culture of inclusion are encouraged to apply. Inquiries about the position may be directed to Dr. Chi Ngai Chan, Integrated Pathology Co-Director, at chanchi@ohsu.edu.
For more information and to apply online visit www.ohsujobs.com,
refer to recruitment Requisition ID 2022-17480
Requirements
- Bachelor's degree in Chemical or Biological science and one year of experience in a histology laboratory and HT/HTL (ASCP) certification within 90 days of hire; OR
- 2 years of experience performing embedding, microtomy and histologic staining; preparing reagents, and stains, and performing other related tasks, and HT/HTL (ASCP) certification within 90 days; OR
- Completion of a certified histotechnology training program and one year of training and experience in a clinical histology laboratory and HT/HTL (ASCP) certification within 90 days.
- A passion to learn new techniques, new research technologies and/or platforms, and grow professionally
- Manual dexterity, strength and fine motor skills to accurately perform pathology associated techniques
- Strong interpersonal skills, ability to interact in a positive and productive manner and to work efficiently and skillfully with a variety of diverse staff
- Strong organizational skills and meticulous attention to detail
- Ability to communicate effectively in written, email and oral formats
- Ability to work independently, in a small group setting, and one-on-one with collaborators and clients
- Ability to prioritize work demands
- Must think strategically and work efficiently to produce effective results within the time constrains of the position
