Histotechnician II

POSITION SUMMARY: Performs histological preparations for Signatera Whole Exome/Genome Sequencing PRIMARY RESPONSIBILITIES: • Perform histological preparations for the tissue whole exome sequencing laboratory with little to no errors • Duties may include but not limited to: preparation of tissues, stained slides, microdissection, and supporting workflow tasks • May independently perform testing, reagent and equipment preparation after completion of training and competency. • Participates in validations • Performs qualifications of reagents • Monitors and performs case management; ensures all cases are processed within department TAT goals and investigates sample processing issues • Actively participate in EH&S initiatives such as safety audits • Participates in updating and creating Standard Operating Procedures • May serve as a general supervisor (Depending on education and years of experience) and perform competencies • Trains staff on department procedures • Participates in Projects and initiatives initiated by the department/external departments • May serve as a general supervisor (Depending on education and years of experience) and perform competencies • Extensive knowledge in equipment and process troubleshooting • Document all corrective actions taken when test systems deviate from the established performance specifications as needed. Escalates protocol deviation to lead/supervisor. • Provides general oversight of personnel and the daily operations in the lab. Provides guidance to new team members • Engages with external departments such as Engineering, Biodev, Stats to resolve issues • May work with leaders of the department to streamline processes. QUALIFICATIONS: • A bachelor's, or higher, degree in a histotechnician program OR A bachelor's, or higher, degree in one of the chemical, or biological sciences, including a combination of thirty (30) hours in biology and chemistry; and, either one of the following conditions:-one year of experien

POSITION SUMMARY: The Histology Lab Operator I is a member of the Histopathy Department responsible for assisting HT/HTLs in analyzing specimens and maintaining equipment in good condition. PRIMARY RESPONSIBILITIES: • Assists certified/licensed personnel in clinical patient testing in accordance with the SOP • Perform histological preparations for the tissue whole exome sequencing laboratory with little to no errors • Duties may include but not limited to: preparation of tissues, stained slides, macrodissection and supporting workflow tasks • Sets up equipment and assists with automated lab procedures, as applicable • Assist and complete daily tasks • Maintains equipment and instruments in good operating condition • Maintain sufficient inventory of material, supplies, and equipment in the laboratory for the performance of duties • Documents information accurately and in accordance with Good Documentation Practices (GDP) • Performs other duties as assigned QUALIFICATIONS: • 0-2 years of experience • An associate's, or higher, degree in a histotechnician program OR An associate's degree, or higher, in one of the chemical or biological sciences AND one year of experience and/or training in histology within the past 5 years OR - completion of a course of training of at least nine months in a histotechnician program OR A bachelor's, or higher, degree in one of the chemical or biological sciences, including a combination of thirty (30) hours in biology and chemistry; and either one of the following conditions: - one year of experience and/or training in histology within the past 5 years OR - completion of a course of training of at least nine months in a histotechnician program • A copy of the degree is required at the time of hire; the degree must either be from the US or equivalent to a US degree KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS, AND ABILITIES: • Excellent interpersonal, communication, computer, and technical skills • Excellent oral

POSITION SUMMARY: The Histology Lab Operator II is a member of the Histopathy Department responsible for assisting HT/HTLs in analyzing specimens and maintaining equipment in good condition. PRIMARY RESPONSIBILITIES: • Assists certified/licensed personnel in clinical patient testing in accordance with the SOP • Perform histological preparations for the tissue whole exome sequencing laboratory with little to no errors • Duties may include but not limited to: preparation of tissues, stained slides, macrodissection and supporting workflow tasks • Sets up equipment and assists with automated lab procedures, as applicable • Assist and complete daily tasks • Maintains equipment and instruments in good operating condition • Maintain sufficient inventory of material, supplies, and equipment in the laboratory for the performance of duties • Documents information accurately and in accordance with Good Documentation Practices (GDP) • Provides Guidance for new team members • Train on specialized instructions for instruments/protocols (super users) • Identifies and escalates stuck cases and unresolved issues • Performs other duties as assigned QUALIFICATIONS: • A minimum of 2+ years related experience • An associate, or higher, degree in a histotechnician program OR An associates degree, or higher, in one of the chemical or biological sciences AND one year of experience and/or training in histology within the past 5 years OR - completion of a course of training of at least nine months in a histotechnician program OR A bachelor, or higher, degree in one of the chemical or biological sciences, including a combination of thirty (30) hours in biology and chemistry; and either one of the following conditions: - one year of experience and/or training in histology within the past 5 years OR - completion of a course of training of at least nine months in a histotechnician program • A copy of the degree is required at the time of hire; the degree must e

POSITION SUMMARY: Performs histological preparations for Signatera Whole Exome/Genome Sequencing PRIMARY RESPONSIBILITIES: • Perform histological preparations for the tissue whole exome sequencing laboratory with little to no errors • Duties may include, but not limited to: preparation of tissues, stained slides, macrodissection, and supporting workflow tasks • May independently perform testing, reagent, and equipment preparation after completion of training and competency. • Participates in validations • Performs qualifications of reagents • Monitors and performs case management; ensures all cases are processed within department TAT goals and investigates sample processing issues • Actively participate in EH&S initiatives such as safety audits • Participates in updating and creating Standard Operating Procedures • May serve as the general supervisor (Depending on education and years of experience) and perform competencies • Has an understanding of equipment and process troubleshooting • Document all corrective actions taken when test systems deviate from the established performance specifications as needed. Escalates protocol deviation to the supervisor • Provides general oversight of personnel and the daily operations in the lab. Provides guidance to new team members QUALIFICATIONS: • An associate's, or higher, degree in a histotechnician program OR An associate's degree, or higher, in one of the chemical or biological sciences AND - one year of experience and/or training in histology within the past 5 years OR - completion of a course of training of at least nine months in a histotechnician program OR A bachelor's, or higher, degree in one of the chemical or biological sciences, including a combination of thirty (30) hours in biology and chemistry; and either one of the following conditions: - one year of experience and/or training in histology within the past 5 years OR - completion of a course of training of at least nine months in a histotechnician program