Histologist, CoreLab

As a community, the University of Rochester is defined by a deep commitment to Meliora - Ever Better. Embedded in that ideal are the values we share: equity, leadership, integrity, openness, respect, and accountability. Together, we will set the highest standards for how we treat each other to ensure our community is welcoming to all and is a place where all can thrive.

Job Location (Full Address):

601 Elmwood Ave, Rochester, New York, United States of America, 14642

Opening:

Worker Subtype:

Regular

Time Type:

Full time

Scheduled Weekly Hours:

40

Department:

500234 Histopathology

Work Shift:

Range:

UR URCC 212 H

Compensation Range:

$31.82 - $41.37

Responsibilities:

GENERAL PURPOSE:

In a CoreLab setting, responsible for all of the functions of processing tissue samples for histological diagnosis by a pathologist including grossing, embedding, microtomy, special stains and processing Immunohistochemistry slides. Performs maintenance on laboratory equipment including but not limited to preventative, routine and troubleshooting.

RESPONSIBILITIES:

• Gross sections of human tissue for examination.
• Operates laboratory equipment to embed, section and stain specimens.
• Operate equipment to perform special staining and Immunohistochemistry stains as requested. Some manual staining may be required.
• Examine slides under microscope to ensure that slides meet laboratory quality standards.
• Follows all departmental and organizational policies, procedures, quality objectives and safety standards and keeps current with changes in laboratory processes and procedures.
• Performs maintenance on laboratory equipment including but not limited to preventative, routine and troubleshooting.
Other related duties as assigned.

QUALIFICATIONS:

• AAS required
• Previous experience as a histology technician preferred
• Anatomy, histology, chemistry preferred
• NYS HT license required
• NYS MT or MLT accepted

EOE Minorities / Females / Protected Veterans / Disabled:

The University of Rochester is committed to fostering, cultivating, and preserving a culture of equity, diversity, and inclusion to advance the University’s mission to Learn, Discover, Heal, Create – and Make the World Ever Better. In support of our values and those of our society, the University is committed to not discriminating on the basis of age, color, disability, ethnicity, gender identity or expression, genetic information, marital status, military/veteran status, national origin, race, religion/creed, sex, sexual orientation, citizenship status, or any other status protected by law. This commitment extends to the administration of our policies, admissions, employment, access, and recruitment of candidates from underrepresented populations, veterans, and persons with disabilities consistent with these values and government contractor Affirmative Action obligations.