Histology Technologist

UNMC is an Equal Employment Opportunity Employer, including an equal opportunity employer of protected veterans and individuals with disabilities.

Omaha, NE

College of Medicine

Full-Time, Regular

Monday - Friday, 9:00 AM - 5:30 PM

No remote/telecommuting opportunity

In support of the research initiatives on the UNMC campus, this position will perform histological procedures for the Tissue Sciences Facility. Duties include tissue preparation, sectioning/staining, analysis and troubleshooting, as well as performing standard research techniques and operations.

Required Education

• Bachelor's degree or equivalent in Biological Science or related field

Will consider five years related education and experience combined of which two years must include related post‑high‑school education and a minimum of one year related experience.

Required Experience

• 1 year in histology and/or immunohistocytochemistry

Will consider five years related education and experience combined of which two years must include related post‑high‑school education and a minimum of one year related experience.

Required License

No license required.

Required Computer Applications

• Microsoft Excel
• Microsoft Word
• Microsoft Outlook

Required Knowledge,

Skills and Abilities

• Knowledge and skills in histology
• Ability to organize time and effort productively
• Effective communication of results to colleagues and supervisors; teamwork

Preferred Education

• Biological science or related field

Preferred Experience

• Two or more years’ experience including IHC, IF, ISH, and FISH protocols
• Advancing experience in a research or clinical laboratory in pathology, biology or biochemistry

Preferred License

• Histology Technologist (HT), ASCP, and/or immunohistochemistry certifications (NSH/ASCP)

Preferred Computer Applications

• Microsoft Power Point

Preferred Knowledge,

Skills and Abilities

• Immunohistochemistry knowledge, skills, and abilities
• Knowledge of CLIA & CAP regulations
• Professional knowledge, skills and abilities enhancement
• Ability to build working relationships to solve problems
• Extensive knowledge of research methodology and techniques
• Ability to analyze, document and interpret scientific and statistical data
• Excellent written and oral communication skills
• Collaboration under tight deadlines
• Strong organizational skills and flexibility in workload; ability to work independently on research or user projects
• Anticipates and adapts to changes in user requests, schedules and directives