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The Samaranch Lab is seeking a full-time Histology Manager to support our gene therapy programs. The right candidate will help support highly trained scientists and technicians with state-of-the-art facilities to advance the development of gene therapy platforms for neurological and lysosomal storage disorders.

• Performing H&E staining, chromogenic immunohistochemistry, immunofluorescence staining, and other histology tasks for rodent and non-human primate tissues as needed.
• Cryostat sectioning, sliding, and paraffin microtomy.
• Supervising histological staining and slide quality control.
• Ensuring staff are adequately trained and studies are executed with appropriate technical expertise.
• Working with management to identify and incorporate new technologies and capabilities.
• Paraffin embedding.
• Slide preparation for microscopic examination, slide/block inventory, and archival areas, with responsibility for equipment maintenance and calibration.
• Understanding and following relevant Standard Operating Procedures (SOPs), and Study Protocol requirements regarding all laboratory activities assigned and ensuring the same in all supervised staff.
• Responsible for reviewing and updating relevant SOPs for designated areas of oversight.

• Bachelor’s or master’s degree with a minimum of 3 years of relevant histology experience, including microtomy, embedding, staining (including special stains as well as H&E), immunohistochemistry, and expertise in common tissue preservation techniques.
• HT or HTL Certification (ASCP).
• Advanced tissue identification skills for neurological tissue/anatomy.
• Demonstrated leadership and communication skills.
• Ability to be organized, multitask, communicate effectively with a team of diverse individuals, and have a desire to learn new skills.
• Strong work ethic and drive to lead process improvements and capability expansion within designated lab areas.
• A clear understanding of regulatory requirements, including those about a chemical agent, facility, and bio-facility safety.
• Sufficiently medically fit to work in a lab and perform assigned duties.