Research Assistant - Histology Research Laboratory

Research Assistant – Histology Research Laboratory

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The Department of Pathology is seeking a Research Assistant to conduct experimental pathology procedures and techniques that are centered on functions in the Histology Research Laboratory, a research Core in the Department of Pathology. This position will assist with histology tasks as needed under the direction of the HRL Supervisor. Responsibilities include interfacing with Core clients, tissue processing and embedding, microtomy, special staining, database entry, organization of the tissue repository, and general laboratory support under the direction of the HRL supervisor.

• Assists Core Supervisor and Pathologists in the execution of research projects.
• Documents projects, procedures and protocols.
• Performs procedures in the field of histology.
• Contributes to the functioning of the laboratory.
• Represents the HRL to Core clientele.

• Requires a Bachelor of Science degree or equivalent combination of education and experience and the ability to apply and translate this knowledge to biological research.
• Experience in handling human or animal tissue.
• Excellent written and interpersonal verbal communication skills are required.
• Experience with histology techniques, including sectioning, special stains, and/or immunostaining.
• Experience in consistently following Standard Operating Procedures.

• Consistent attention to detail and accuracy.
• Experience with Office applications, including spreadsheet data using Excel.
• Demonstrated ability to multitask in a fast‑paced environment.
• Proven ability to work in a high‑project‑volume work environment.
• Ability to effectively prioritize projects to meet deadlines consistently.
• Experience with Epic and/or clinical histology.
• Experience working in a core research facility.

In order to be considered for an interview, applicants must upload the following documents and mark them as a “Relevant File” to the submission:

• Resume
• Cover Letter

Job openings are posted for a minimum of 7 calendar days and may be removed from posting and filled any time after the original posting period has ended.

Successful candidates will be required to self‑disclose any conviction history and will be subject to a criminal background check and credential/education verification. Up to 5 professional references will be requested at a later step in the recruitment process.

• Organization:
  Healthcare
• Contact Name:
  Brenda Carey
• Contact Email: brenda‑carey

• Monday 10:00 a.m. – 4:00 p.m.
• Tuesday 10:00 a.m. – 4:00 p.m.
• Wednesday 10:00 a.m. – 4:00 p.m.
• Thursday 10:00 a.m. – 4:00 p.m.
• Friday 10:00 a.m. – 4:00 p.m.

• Classification
  
  Title:
  
  Research Assistant
• Appointment Type:
  Professional and Scientific
• Schedule:
  
  Full‑time
• Work Modality Options:
  On Campus

• Pay Level: 3
• Starting Salary Minimum: $42,392
• Starting Salary Maximum:
  Commensurate