Lab Tech III
1 Millennium Way Branchburg, NJ 08876 US
Job Description
Target PR Range: 23-33/hr
*Depending on experience
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.
JOB QUALIFICATIONS (MINIMUM REQUIREMENTS):
The requirements described in this section are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job.
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)
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