Histology Technician

About the role

We are seeking an experienced Histotechnologist or Histology Technician to support tissue-based research and project work in a fast-paced laboratory environment. This is a hands-on bench role focused on producing high-quality histological preparations and slides with a strong emphasis on precision, consistency, and throughput. The ideal candidate brings solid independent experience across the full histology workflow — from grossing through final slide quality review — and takes ownership of their work in a regulated, team-oriented setting. This is a Permanent position based out of Union City, CA, fully onsite.

Responsibilities

• Perform tissue processing, embedding, microtomy/sectioning, and staining across a variety of tissue types and project workflows
• Prepare high-quality sections from FFPE tissue blocks with consistent orientation, thickness, and section integrity
• Independently perform tissue grossing and specimen preparation
• Perform manual H&E staining and evaluate slides for staining consistency, tissue morphology, and overall quality
• Inspect tissue sections and finished slides for quality, orientation, section integrity, and artifact identification
• Operate and maintain microtomes, tissue processors, staining equipment, and other standard histology instrumentation
• Troubleshoot routine and non-routine issues related to embedding, sectioning, staining, tissue handling, and slide quality
• Maintain accurate sample identification, chain of custody, traceability, and laboratory documentation in accordance with SOPs
• Follow established quality procedures, good laboratory practices, and all applicable safety requirements
• Coordinate daily priorities, sample status, and workflow updates with the Histology Lead and broader laboratory team
• Support routine equipment maintenance, reagent preparation, reagent lot tracking, and general laboratory operations
• Perform special stains, immunohistochemistry (IHC), immunofluorescence (IF), and cryosectioning based on experience and project needs

Qualifications

Required:

• Associate's or Bachelor's degree in Histotechnology, Biology, Biomedical Sciences, Pathology, or a related scientific discipline — or equivalent hands-on industry experience
• 3+ years of hands-on histology or histopathology laboratory experience, or demonstrated advanced proficiency across core histology techniques
• Strong independent experience with FFPE tissue embedding and microtomy/sectioning
• Ability to independently perform tissue grossing and specimen preparation
• Hands-on experience with manual H&E staining and slide quality evaluation
• Solid understanding of tissue handling best practices, histology QC standards, and routine troubleshooting
• Ability to work efficiently in a high-throughput environment while consistently maintaining quality and accuracy
• Strong attention to detail, organization, communication, and documentation skills

Preferred:

• HT (ASCP) or HTL (ASCP) certification, or eligibility to sit for certification
• Experience with automated staining platforms (e.g., Leica Bond, Ventana, Dako)
• Familiarity with digital pathology workflows or whole slide imaging systems
• Experience in a CRO, academic medical center, or regulated research environment
• Exposure to study documentation, sample chain of custody, and GLP/GCP compliance

Pay and Benefits

The pay range for this position is $97,760.00 - $125,000.00 per year. Individual compensation offered for this position within this range will depend on many factors, including qualifications, skills, relevant experience, job knowledge, geographic location, internal equity, and other pertinent job-related factors.

• 401(k)
• Medical
• Dental
• Vision