Northwestern University
Research Technologist 3 (Histotechnologist)
Northwestern University, Chicago, Illinois, United States, 60290
Research Technologist 3 (Histotechnologist)
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Northwestern University Job Summary
The candidate will be responsible for all stages of histopathology-related tissue processing of non-clinical specimens including: tissue fixation, processing, embedding, microtomy (paraffin, plastic or cryosectioning), standard and special histological staining, as well as quality control. The work involves performing multiple laboratory related duties: tracking job flow, processing paperwork, instrument maintenance and documentation, and communication with client staff and faculty as needed. Experience with immunostaining methods (immunohistochemistry, immunofluorescence, enzyme histochemistry) and nucleic acid in situ hybridization are highly desirable. The work requires ensuring lab compliance with all associated rules and regulations for standard operating procedures and safety regulations. The position will be on-site at the Mouse Histology & Phenotyping Laboratory (MHPL) at the Robert H. Lurie Comprehensive Cancer Center in the Chicago campus of Northwestern University. Department:
MED-Cancer Center
Salary/Grade:
NEX/13
Job Summary
The candidate will be responsible for all stages of histopathology-related tissue processing of non-clinical specimens including: tissue fixation, processing, embedding, microtomy (paraffin, plastic or cryosectioning), standard and special histological staining, as well as quality control. The work involves performing multiple laboratory related duties: tracking job flow, processing paperwork, instrument maintenance and documentation, and communication with client staff and faculty as needed. Experience with immunostaining methods (immunohistochemistry, immunofluorescence, enzyme histochemistry) and nucleic acid in situ hybridization are highly desirable. The work requires ensuring lab compliance with all associated rules and regulations for standard operating procedures and safety regulations. The position will be on-site at the Mouse Histology & Phenotyping Laboratory (MHPL) at the Robert H. Lurie Comprehensive Cancer Center in the Chicago campus of Northwestern University.
Specific Responsibilities
Biological specimen tissue processing and grossing for paraffin embedding or frozen block preparations Microtomy (paraffin, cryostat and vibratome) H&E and specialized histology stains Molecular phenotyping: immunohistochemistry, immunofluorescence, ISH/RNAscope Provide consultations for MHPL clients regarding tissue harvest, fixation protocols, tissue grossing requirements, histology stains and molecular phenotyping services Quality control of tissue sections, histology stains, IHC, IF and RNAscope slides
Administrative Responsibilities
Tracking and documentation of MHPL orders Maintenance of lab instruments Observance of lab compliance to research safety guidelines Serve as liaison to the Office of Research Safety
Finance Responsibilities
Inventory and ordering of lab consumables Negotiates purchases with vendors Tracking of lab purchases
Supervision & Training Responsibilities
Provide training for MHPL instruments for rent: cryostat and vibratome Training and supervision of lab interns
Minimum Qualifications
Completed Bachelors degree in the life and biomedical sciences field from an accredited university or college plus 3 years histopathology experience (post-degree). Legally authorized to work in the U.S. (U.S. citizen or legal permanent resident and does not require a work visa)
Minimum Competencies: (Skills, knowledge, and abilities.)
3 years in a histopathology or biomedical research laboratory setting and must have strong histology training and capability to efficiently process, embed, and section tissues using a microtome or cryostat. Ability to generate high quality paraffin sections on slides at a minimum rate of 25-30 FFPE blocks per hour (this skill must be demonstrated during interview). Experience in immunostaining methods (immunohistochemistry and multiplex immunofluorescence) Good understanding of cell biology, developmental biology and vertebrate anatomy and physiology Strong familiarity with medical terminologies Basic computer skills (word processing, Excel/Google spreadsheets, Powerpoint) Team oriented
Preferred Qualifications
ASCP HTL Certification Masters degree in Biology or equivalent combination of education and training experience from which comparable skills have been acquired.
Preferred Competencies: (Skills, knowledge, and abilities)
3 years in a research or clinical laboratory setting Specific work in a histopathology lab is highly preferred 3 years processing specimen samples and histology Experience with nucleic acid in situ hybridization methods (RNAscope/DNAscope) 3 years good laboratory practices
Target hiring range for this position will be between $21.07-$28.99 per hour.Offered salary will be determined by the applicants education, experience, knowledge, skills and abilities, as well as internal equity and alignment with market data.
Benefits
At Northwestern, we are proud to provide meaningful, competitive, high-quality health care plans, retirement benefits, tuition discounts and more! Visit us at
https://www.northwestern.edu/hr/benefits/index.html
to learn more.
Work-Life And Wellness
Northwestern offers comprehensive programs and services to help you and your family navigate lifes challenges and opportunities, and adopt and maintain healthy lifestyles.
We support flexible work arrangements where possible and programs to help you locate and pay for quality, affordable childcare and senior/adult care. Visit us at
https://www.northwestern.edu/hr/benefits/work-life/index.html
to learn more.
Professional Growth & Development
Northwestern supports employee career development in all circumstances whether your workspace is on campus or at home. If youre interested in developing your professional potential or continuing your formal education, we offer a variety of tools and resources. Visit us at
https://www.northwestern.edu/hr/learning/index.html
to learn more
.
Northwestern University is an Equal Opportunity Employer and does not discriminate on the basis of protected characteristics, including disability and veteran status. View Northwesterns
non-discrimination statement
. Job applicants who wish to request an accommodation in the application or hiring process should contact the Office of Civil Rights and Title IX Compliance. View
additional information on the accommodations process
.
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Research Technologist 3 (Histotechnologist)
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Northwestern University Research Technologist 3 (Histotechnologist)
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Research Technologist 3 (Histotechnologist)
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Northwestern University Job Summary
The candidate will be responsible for all stages of histopathology-related tissue processing of non-clinical specimens including: tissue fixation, processing, embedding, microtomy (paraffin, plastic or cryosectioning), standard and special histological staining, as well as quality control. The work involves performing multiple laboratory related duties: tracking job flow, processing paperwork, instrument maintenance and documentation, and communication with client staff and faculty as needed. Experience with immunostaining methods (immunohistochemistry, immunofluorescence, enzyme histochemistry) and nucleic acid in situ hybridization are highly desirable. The work requires ensuring lab compliance with all associated rules and regulations for standard operating procedures and safety regulations. The position will be on-site at the Mouse Histology & Phenotyping Laboratory (MHPL) at the Robert H. Lurie Comprehensive Cancer Center in the Chicago campus of Northwestern University. Department:
MED-Cancer Center
Salary/Grade:
NEX/13
Job Summary
The candidate will be responsible for all stages of histopathology-related tissue processing of non-clinical specimens including: tissue fixation, processing, embedding, microtomy (paraffin, plastic or cryosectioning), standard and special histological staining, as well as quality control. The work involves performing multiple laboratory related duties: tracking job flow, processing paperwork, instrument maintenance and documentation, and communication with client staff and faculty as needed. Experience with immunostaining methods (immunohistochemistry, immunofluorescence, enzyme histochemistry) and nucleic acid in situ hybridization are highly desirable. The work requires ensuring lab compliance with all associated rules and regulations for standard operating procedures and safety regulations. The position will be on-site at the Mouse Histology & Phenotyping Laboratory (MHPL) at the Robert H. Lurie Comprehensive Cancer Center in the Chicago campus of Northwestern University.
Specific Responsibilities
Biological specimen tissue processing and grossing for paraffin embedding or frozen block preparations Microtomy (paraffin, cryostat and vibratome) H&E and specialized histology stains Molecular phenotyping: immunohistochemistry, immunofluorescence, ISH/RNAscope Provide consultations for MHPL clients regarding tissue harvest, fixation protocols, tissue grossing requirements, histology stains and molecular phenotyping services Quality control of tissue sections, histology stains, IHC, IF and RNAscope slides
Administrative Responsibilities
Tracking and documentation of MHPL orders Maintenance of lab instruments Observance of lab compliance to research safety guidelines Serve as liaison to the Office of Research Safety
Finance Responsibilities
Inventory and ordering of lab consumables Negotiates purchases with vendors Tracking of lab purchases
Supervision & Training Responsibilities
Provide training for MHPL instruments for rent: cryostat and vibratome Training and supervision of lab interns
Minimum Qualifications
Completed Bachelors degree in the life and biomedical sciences field from an accredited university or college plus 3 years histopathology experience (post-degree). Legally authorized to work in the U.S. (U.S. citizen or legal permanent resident and does not require a work visa)
Minimum Competencies: (Skills, knowledge, and abilities.)
3 years in a histopathology or biomedical research laboratory setting and must have strong histology training and capability to efficiently process, embed, and section tissues using a microtome or cryostat. Ability to generate high quality paraffin sections on slides at a minimum rate of 25-30 FFPE blocks per hour (this skill must be demonstrated during interview). Experience in immunostaining methods (immunohistochemistry and multiplex immunofluorescence) Good understanding of cell biology, developmental biology and vertebrate anatomy and physiology Strong familiarity with medical terminologies Basic computer skills (word processing, Excel/Google spreadsheets, Powerpoint) Team oriented
Preferred Qualifications
ASCP HTL Certification Masters degree in Biology or equivalent combination of education and training experience from which comparable skills have been acquired.
Preferred Competencies: (Skills, knowledge, and abilities)
3 years in a research or clinical laboratory setting Specific work in a histopathology lab is highly preferred 3 years processing specimen samples and histology Experience with nucleic acid in situ hybridization methods (RNAscope/DNAscope) 3 years good laboratory practices
Target hiring range for this position will be between $21.07-$28.99 per hour.Offered salary will be determined by the applicants education, experience, knowledge, skills and abilities, as well as internal equity and alignment with market data.
Benefits
At Northwestern, we are proud to provide meaningful, competitive, high-quality health care plans, retirement benefits, tuition discounts and more! Visit us at
https://www.northwestern.edu/hr/benefits/index.html
to learn more.
Work-Life And Wellness
Northwestern offers comprehensive programs and services to help you and your family navigate lifes challenges and opportunities, and adopt and maintain healthy lifestyles.
We support flexible work arrangements where possible and programs to help you locate and pay for quality, affordable childcare and senior/adult care. Visit us at
https://www.northwestern.edu/hr/benefits/work-life/index.html
to learn more.
Professional Growth & Development
Northwestern supports employee career development in all circumstances whether your workspace is on campus or at home. If youre interested in developing your professional potential or continuing your formal education, we offer a variety of tools and resources. Visit us at
https://www.northwestern.edu/hr/learning/index.html
to learn more
.
Northwestern University is an Equal Opportunity Employer and does not discriminate on the basis of protected characteristics, including disability and veteran status. View Northwesterns
non-discrimination statement
. Job applicants who wish to request an accommodation in the application or hiring process should contact the Office of Civil Rights and Title IX Compliance. View
additional information on the accommodations process
.
Seniority level
Seniority level
Mid-Senior level Employment type
Employment type
Full-time Job function
Job function
Research, Analyst, and Information Technology Industries
Higher Education Referrals increase your chances of interviewing at Northwestern University by 2x Sign in to set job alerts for Research Technologist roles.
Chicago, IL $50,000.00-$70,000.00 6 days ago Chicago, IL $50,000.00-$70,000.00 3 weeks ago Chicago, IL $40,000.00-$55,000.00 1 week ago Chicago, IL $50,000.00-$65,000.00 2 weeks ago Chicago, IL $50,000.00-$70,000.00 1 month ago Assistant Curator of Invertebrate Zoology
Chicago, IL $75,000.00-$79,000.00 2 weeks ago Chicago, IL $50,000.00-$70,000.00 1 month ago Chicago, IL $50,000.00-$70,000.00 1 week ago General Interest in Genomenon: Share your resume and we'll keep it on file!
Chicago, IL $50,000.00-$70,000.00 1 month ago Special Agent: STEM-Physical Sciences Background
Greater Chicago Area $99,461.00-$128,329.00 1 day ago Chicago, IL $55,000.00-$65,000.00 2 weeks ago Chicago, IL $85,000.00-$100,000.00 1 hour ago Chicago, IL $50,000.00-$70,000.00 3 weeks ago Amazing 8-10 week lab/field opportunity - great resume builder for biologist
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