Research Associate, Histology - Zachary Piper LLC

Piper Companies is looking for a Research Associate, Histology in Philadelphia, PA to support tissue-based investigations for a company looking to develop cancer cell therapy.

This position requires onsite in Philadelphia, PA Monday - Friday.

Responsibilities:

• Candidate will assume a hands on role within the histology lab and perform a variety of tasks including processing tissue specimens for immunohistochemical stains using company protocols
• Aid in management of histology area and maintain inventory and supplies
• Perform Histology-based multiplex assays on FFPE biopsy tissues from company's clinical trials
• Perform image scanning, storage and digital organization (Phenolmager HT or similar)
• Routine lab and equipment maintenance expected
• Assist in reading, reviewing and revising process improvement plans
• Review, draft, edit and approve SOPs and specifications

Technical Requirements:

• Bachelor’s degree in Life Sciences, or related field.  
  • Associate’s degree will be considered if candidates hold a certification as a Histotechnician (HT) or Histotechnologists (HTL) through the American Society of Clinical Pathologists (ASCP).
• Hands-on experience in histopathological techniques, including tissue processing, embedding, microtome sectioning of FFPE blocks, H&E stain, IHC, and multiplexed IF.
• Experience with florescent microscopes or scanners such as PhenoImager HT scanner and related software by Akoya Biosciences
• Some familiarity with basic statistical analysis, creating graphs using software such as Excel, TIBCO Spotfire, and Graphpad Prisim
• Hands-on experience with fluorescent in-situ hybridization (FISH)
• Previous experience with automated staining (e.g., Leica Bond Rx)
• Excellent organizational skills and proven experience working in a fast-paced environment. 

Compensation & Benefits:

• Salary is commensurate to experience
• Comprehensive Benefits: Medical, Dental, Vision, 401K, PTO, Sick Leave if required by law, and Holidays

This job opens for applications on 1/7/2025. Applications for this job will be accepted for at least 30 days from the posting date.

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