University of Missouri-Columbia
Histotechnologist, Certified
University of Missouri-Columbia, Columbia, Missouri, United States
Hiring Department
Department of Medical Research
Job Description The histotechnologist processes tissues collected by the biobank for long term storage and sections and stains them for analysis by a pathologist. Using the same skillset, they process, section and stain samples for researcher clients. They also do this with patient diagnostic tissue samples for clinical trials (research studies testing treatments for patients) and for legal cases in which the University is required to provide slides.
Process and embed tissue sections in paraffin or OCT, cut sections on microtome or cryostat, stain and mount slides.
Prepare Hematoxylin and Eosin (H&E), special stains, and IHC slides for analysis by pathologists and researchers, both manually and by automated equipment.
Retrieve blocks, slides from pathology laboratories.
Discuss procedures with clients; receive and distribute client samples and finished slides.
Maintains equipment; includes recording temperatures and data, emptying waste & filling chemical stocks.
Documentation of tasks and sample locations.
Shift Monday - Friday 8:00 a.m. - 5:00 p.m.
Minimum Qualifications Bachelor's degree. Individuals who have qualified as a Histotechnologist by February 28, 1992 may substitute an associate's degree. Histotechnologist (ASCP-HTL) certification by the American Society of Clinical Pathologists (ASCP).
Preferred Qualifications
Histotechnologist (ASCP-HTL) certification by the American Society of Clinical Pathologists (ASCP).
At least 1-2 years experience as a histotechnologist. Experience with research or processing research samples.
Anticipated Hiring Range Salary Range: $28.52 - $40.17 hourly
Grade: PAT - 009
University Title: HISTOTECHNOLOGIST, CERTIFIED
Internal applicants can determine their university title by accessing the Talent Profile tile in myHR.
Application Materials Bachelor's degree. Individuals who have qualified as a Histotechnologist by February 28, 1992 may substitute an associate's degree. Histotechnologist (ASCP-HTL) certification by the American Society of Clinical Pathologists (ASCP).
Benefit Eligibility This position is eligible for University benefits. As part of your total compensation, the University offers a comprehensive benefits package, including medical, dental and vision plans, retirement, paid time off, short‑and‑long‑term disability, paid parental leave, paid caregiver leave, and educational fee discounts for all four UM System campuses. For additional information on University benefits, please visit the Faculty & Staff Benefits website at https://www.umsystem.edu/totalrewards/benefits.
Equal Employment Opportunity
The University of Missouri is an Equal Opportunity Employer.
To request ADA accommodations, please call the Director of Accessibility and ADA at 573‑884‑7278.
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Job Description The histotechnologist processes tissues collected by the biobank for long term storage and sections and stains them for analysis by a pathologist. Using the same skillset, they process, section and stain samples for researcher clients. They also do this with patient diagnostic tissue samples for clinical trials (research studies testing treatments for patients) and for legal cases in which the University is required to provide slides.
Process and embed tissue sections in paraffin or OCT, cut sections on microtome or cryostat, stain and mount slides.
Prepare Hematoxylin and Eosin (H&E), special stains, and IHC slides for analysis by pathologists and researchers, both manually and by automated equipment.
Retrieve blocks, slides from pathology laboratories.
Discuss procedures with clients; receive and distribute client samples and finished slides.
Maintains equipment; includes recording temperatures and data, emptying waste & filling chemical stocks.
Documentation of tasks and sample locations.
Shift Monday - Friday 8:00 a.m. - 5:00 p.m.
Minimum Qualifications Bachelor's degree. Individuals who have qualified as a Histotechnologist by February 28, 1992 may substitute an associate's degree. Histotechnologist (ASCP-HTL) certification by the American Society of Clinical Pathologists (ASCP).
Preferred Qualifications
Histotechnologist (ASCP-HTL) certification by the American Society of Clinical Pathologists (ASCP).
At least 1-2 years experience as a histotechnologist. Experience with research or processing research samples.
Anticipated Hiring Range Salary Range: $28.52 - $40.17 hourly
Grade: PAT - 009
University Title: HISTOTECHNOLOGIST, CERTIFIED
Internal applicants can determine their university title by accessing the Talent Profile tile in myHR.
Application Materials Bachelor's degree. Individuals who have qualified as a Histotechnologist by February 28, 1992 may substitute an associate's degree. Histotechnologist (ASCP-HTL) certification by the American Society of Clinical Pathologists (ASCP).
Benefit Eligibility This position is eligible for University benefits. As part of your total compensation, the University offers a comprehensive benefits package, including medical, dental and vision plans, retirement, paid time off, short‑and‑long‑term disability, paid parental leave, paid caregiver leave, and educational fee discounts for all four UM System campuses. For additional information on University benefits, please visit the Faculty & Staff Benefits website at https://www.umsystem.edu/totalrewards/benefits.
Equal Employment Opportunity
The University of Missouri is an Equal Opportunity Employer.
To request ADA accommodations, please call the Director of Accessibility and ADA at 573‑884‑7278.
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