ST-RCI-ABBV-0103-Histology Scientist-Branchburg, NJ-Staffing@rangam.com at Rangam Infotech Private Limited

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100% Onsite

We are targeting for someone with more hands-on experience in histology techniques, specifically paraffin microtomy. Some one that has worked at a histology lab.

The candidate must be able to be trained in a short period of time 

Master's/ PhD would also be considerable

This is an onsite role

• Manager is looking for an hands on exp. rather than the educational qualification
• Without degree but having an exp. (2+) in a busy histology lab exp. would considerable
• Paraffin cryo-embedding exp. would be nice to have
• Must have an exp. with human tissue and human skins
• Able to prepare samples
• Histology certification (HT, HTL, QIHC, or related) would be a plus
• Must have prior lab exp.
• This candidate will be working in the laboratory environment
• A.S. in Biology/related science or equivalent work experience
• Must have exp. with Histology technology
• Routine prep. exp. would be required
• ASCP for HT certification would also be work
• MOHS lab or MOHS exp. would be preferred
• Must have prior exp. within gmp environment
• Must have 2+ years of exp. in similar laboratory
• Frozen tissue, Microtomy/cryo-microtomy exp. would be a huge plus
• There is no overqualification would be there
• Manager is also open for non-local candidate, who can relocate at their own expenses

JOB SUMMARY:

• Histology Technician IV is responsible for proficiently performing routine histology technique, solution preparation, supply management, maintenance and operation of laboratory equipment and workstations, and good documentation practices (GDP) in recordkeeping, to support Quality Control Product Release Testing.
• This includes but is not limited to all aspects of routine histology, such as: sample receipt and accessioning, initial sample preparation (e.g., rehydration, rinsing, generating labels, etc.…), standard grossing and observations, fixation, paraffin and cryo-embedding, paraffin and cryo-microtomy, and Hematoxylin & Eosin (H&E) staining.
• Depending on skillset and training, the Histology Technician IV may also perform some histochemical stains (Special Stains) e.g., Verhoeff-Van Gieson (VVG) for product release testing; as well as routine histology testing of donor biopsies, explants, fresh, in-process, or final product samples for Tissue Services, Complaints, and Research & Development (R&D), as assigned.
• Compliance with standard operating procedures (SOPs), laboratory safety procedures, and maintenance of department databases/files are required.
• Additionally, the Histology Technician IV is responsible for troubleshooting histology technique and equipment issues; support equipment validations; cross-functional training activities; continuous/process improvement projects; and the Quality Management System.

Education and Experience

• A.S. in Biology/related science or equivalent work experience
• Technical Certification (HT, HTL, QIHC, or related) preferred/eligible
• 5+ years Histology technique
• 3-5 years laboratory experience in a GXP environment
• 1-3 years in histochemistry (Special Stains)