University Of Texas Medical Branch Tiki Island, TX , Galveston County, TX
Posted 2 days ago
Minimum Qualifications: High school or equivalent and five years related experience.
ASCP Certified. Job Description: To provide supervision of histology technicians and instruction of students in the science of histologic technique including tissue structure.
Department Marketing Statement: Seeking histology support in BSL-1 and BSL -2 for high containment research projects and to actively pursue training for tissue sample collection in the BSL-3 and BSK-4. Job Duties:
Perform and/or develop basic histology techniques including processing, paraffin embedding, and paraffin sections. Perform and/or develop basic and advanced histological staining techniques, including hematoxylin and eosin (H&E), immunohistochemistry (IHC), immunofluorescence (IF), and manual in situ hybridization (ISH). Requisitions supplies and equipment as needed. Directs repair and maintenance of equipment.
Under the guidance of a pathologist develop skills in sample preparation. Actively persue and successfully pass required training for high containment access. Observe and assist with sample collection at necropsy under the guidance of a pathologist within high containment (BSL-3 and BSL-4). Develop skills to independently collect tissue samples at necropsy in high containment (BSL-3 and BSL-4). Adheres to internal controls established for department.
Marginal or Periodic Functions: Performs related duties as required. Salary Range: Commensurate with experience.
University Of Texas Medical Branch