Histology Technician III – Developmental Biology

Histologist

Performs histology and immunohistochemistry in a certified, clinical environment.

Primary Duties & Responsibilities:

• Prepares histology sections by processing tissue and embedding, cutting, and staining prepared sections.
• Prepares and changes solutions and reagents.
• Performs automated and manual immunohistochemistry assays.
• Applies standard operating procedures and protocols under the direction of the medical director, laboratory manager, or higher-level technologist.
• Troubleshoots procedural and technical problems.
• Performs data entry of patient and specimen information and carefully documents all assays.
• Maintains supply and chemical inventories.
• Complies with all regulatory requirements for patient testing and documentation with established safety procedures.
• Ensures lab conditions and equipment are properly cleaned and maintained and records kept in accordance with established procedures.
• Acts as a technical resource for students, trainees and residents.
• Assists supervisor with other duties and special projects as needed.

  Working Conditions: Job Location/Working Conditions

  • Work is performed in a clinical laboratory with exposure to tissues and chemical hazards.
  • Must be physically able to wear protective equipment.

    The above statements are intended to describe the general nature and level of work performed by people assigned to this classification. They are not intended to be construed as an exhaustive list of all job duties performed by the personnel so classified. Management reserves the right to revise or amend duties at any time.

    Required Qualifications:

    Education: Bachelor's degree or combination of education and/or experience may substitute for minimum education.

    Certifications /Professional Licenses : No specific certification/professional license is required for this position.

    Work Experience: Histology (2 Years)

    More About This Job

    WashU seeks highly motivated individuals who are able to perform duties in a manner consistent with our core mission and guiding principles.

    Grade: C10-H

    Salary Range: $26.25 – $39.36 / Hourly The salary range reflects base salaries paid for positions in a given job grade across the University. Individual rates within the range will be determined by factors including one's qualifications and performance, equity with others in the department, market rates for positions within the same grade and department budget.