We are seeking a highly motivated individual to join the Emerging Technologies/ Multiplexing group within Pathobiology to support inflammation, oncology, and virology therapeutic areas.
The candidate provides laboratory support for multi-omics projects encompassing but not limited to transcriptomics and multiplex assays (Akoya CODEX). Key responsibilities include preparation of tissue specimens, slide/curl preparation for different workflows (standard histology as well as molecular pathology workflows) and running automated and manual immunofluorescence assays.
The successful candidate will enjoy working in a team; carefully follow scientific protocols and apply meticulous attention to detail; is highly organized, with excellent written and verbal communication skills.

Essential Duties and Job Functions:

• Must be able to perform histology lab functions methodically and in accordance with Standard Operating Procedures
• Perform routine histology such as preparing and sectioning tissues
• Experience with high order multiplex assays (CODEX or similar) is a plus
• Maintain required documentation of protocols, reports and ELN entries.
• Be responsible for maintenance of assigned laboratory equipment and ensuring compliance with laboratory policies.
• Experience using a LIMS system (e.g. PRIMA) is a plus
• Experience with IHC/IF assay development using automated IHC platforms (Ventana, BondRx or similar) is a plus
• Experience with whole slide scanners to scan and organize brightfield and immunofluorescent slides is a plus (e.g. Leica, Zeiss, Akoya or similar)
• Knowledge, Experience and Skills:
• Bachelor’s degree or higher in an area of biological science.
• At least 2 year(s) of experience in histotechnology (routine histology skills) is a plus.
• Strong verbal and written communication, ability to perform within tight timelines and in a detail-oriented manner, teamwork and interpersonal skills are required.
• Strong IT skills (Word, PowerPoint, Excel) are required.

Job Type: Contract

Pay: $35.00 - $38.00 per hour

Expected hours: 40 per week

Benefits:

• 401(k)
• Dental insurance
• Health insurance
• Paid time off
• Vision insurance

Medical specialties:

• Infectious Disease
• Oncology
• Pathology

Schedule:

• 8 hour shift

Application Question(s):

• Do you have experience with IHC/IF assay development using automated IHC platforms? If yes with which client?
• Do you have experience with histology such as preparing and sectioning tissues? If yes With Which client?
• Have you worked within Pathobiology to support inflammation, oncology, and virology therapeutic areas? if yes with which client?
• Are you comfortable with Rate $38/hr on W2?
• Are you comfortable with Onsite in Foster City CA?

Experience:

• Pathology: 5 years (Required)
• Virology: 5 years (Required)
• Oncology: 5 years (Required)
• Laboratory information management systems: 5 years (Required)
• Histotechnology: 5 years (Required)
• Specimen collection / processing: 5 years (Required)
• Tissue culture: 5 years (Required)
• Assays: 5 years (Required)

Work Location: On the road