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location: Somerville, New Jersey
job type: Contract
salary: $20.00 - 29.94 per hour
work hours: 9 to 5
education: Associate
responsibilities:
- Histology Technician IV is responsible for proficiently performing routine histology technique, solution preparation, supply management, maintenance and operation of laboratory equipment and workstations, and good documentation practices (GDP) in recordkeeping, to support Quality Control Product Release Testing.
- This includes but is not limited to all aspects of routine histology, such as: sample receipt and accessioning, initial sample preparation (e.g., rehydration, rinsing, generating labels, etc....), standard grossing and observations, fixation, paraffin and cryo-embedding, paraffin and cryo-microtomy, and Hematoxylin & Eosin (H&E) staining.
- Depending on skillset and training, the Histology Technician IV may also perform some histochemical stains (Special Stains) e.g., Verhoeff-Van Gieson (VVG) for product release testing; as well as routine histology testing of donor biopsies, explants, fresh, in-process, or final product samples for Tissue Services, Complaints, and Research & Development (R&D), as assigned.
- Compliance with standard operating procedures (SOPs), laboratory safety procedures, and maintenance of department databases/files are required.
- Additionally, the Histology Technician IV is responsible for troubleshooting histology technique and equipment issues; support equipment validations; cross-functional training activities; continuous/process improvement projects; and the Quality Management System.
qualifications:
- A.S. in Biology/related science or equivalent work experience
- Technical Certification (HT, HTL, QIHC, or related) preferred/eligible
- 5+ years Histology technique
- 3-5 years laboratory experience in a GXP environment
- 1-3 years in histochemistry (Special Stains)
skills: Chemistry, GLP (Good Laboratory Practice), GCP (Good Clinical Practice), GMP (Good Manufacturing Practice)
Equal Opportunity Employer: Race, Color, Religion, Sex, Sexual Orientation, Gender Identity, National Origin, Age, Genetic Information, Disability, Protected Veteran Status, or any other legally protected group status.
At Randstad, we welcome people of all abilities and want to ensure that our hiring and interview process meets the needs of all applicants. If you require a reasonable accommodation to make your application or interview experience a great one, please contact HRsupport@randstadusa.com.
Pay offered to a successful candidate will be based on several factors including the candidate's education, work experience, work location, specific job duties, certifications, etc. In addition, Randstad offers a comprehensive benefits package, including health, an incentive and recognition program, and 401K contribution (all benefits are based on eligibility).
This posting is open for thirty (30) days.
