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Scientist II
Job Description
Key Responsibilities:
- Execute tissue processing to prepare high-quality samples for analysis, ensuring consistency and adherence to established protocols.
- Conduct tissue embedding using paraffin and frozen section techniques to enable accurate sectioning and downstream applications.
- Perform tissue staining, including immunohistochemistry (IHC), immunofluorescence (IF), and histological staining, to support imaging and research goals.
- Troubleshoot and optimize protocols to ensure reproducible, high-quality results.
- Collaborate with researchers to design experiments, analyze data, and interpret findings.
- Maintain detailed records of procedures, results, and inventory in compliance with laboratory standards.
Required Qualifications and Skills:
- Experience: 3-5 years of hands-on experience in tissue processing, tissue staining, and tissue embedding in a research or clinical laboratory setting.
- Technical Skills:
- Proficiency in histological techniques, including paraffin and cryosectioning.
- Expertise in IHC, IF, and other histological staining methods.
- Ability to troubleshoot and optimize tissue preparation protocols.
- Analytical Skills: Strong attention to detail and ability to analyze and interpret experimental data.
- Organizational Skills: Excellent time-management and multitasking abilities to handle multiple projects efficiently.
- Communication Skills: Clear written and verbal communication for collaborating with researchers and documenting procedures.
- Teamwork: Ability to work both independently and collaboratively in a team-oriented research environment.
- Compliance: Familiarity with laboratory safety protocols and quality control standards.
Education:
- Master’s degree in biology, biomedical sciences, or a related field (bachelor’s degree with significant relevant experience may be considered).
Pay Rate Range: $30-41/hr
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