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location: Clifton, New Jersey
job type: Contract
salary: $18 - 20 per hour
work hours: 9 to 5
education: High School
responsibilities:
Job Description
Performs very basic functions to assist in the preparation of histopathology samples.
Duties and Responsibilities
- - Perform routine activities involved in the preparation of histopathology slides under general supervision and according to policies and procedures.
- Receive/collect,?label?and prepare tissue specimens for gross dissection.
- Process paperwork associated with accessioning and reporting.
- Monitor inventory,?requisition supplies prior to depletion;?stock and maintain laboratory supplies.
- Clean, sterilize, organize and maintain work area, glassware and laboratory equipment (e.g., refrigerators, freezers, and supply cabinets, as needed).
- Perform coverslipping of stained slides both manually and automated.
- Responsible for all assigned clerical duties.
- Comply with all health, quality and safety policies, procedures and practices. Required to use personal protective equipment.
- Other duties as assigned. This is not an exhaustive list of all duties and responsibilities, but rather a general description of work performed by the position.
qualifications:
Job Qualifications (Work Experience, Physical & Mental Requirements, Knowledge, Skills)
Required Work Experience:
N/A
Preferred Work Experience:
One (1) year of previous histopathology or other laboratory experience and/or training preferred.
Physical and Mental Requirements:
- The normal performance of duties may require lifting and carrying objects: Objects 1 to 10 pounds are lifted and carried frequently; objects 11 to 25 pounds are lifted and carried occasionally; objects 36 to 50 pounds are seldom lifted or carried and objects over 50 pounds are not to be lifted or carried without assistance.
- Ability to stand and work at the bench for long periods of time.
- Frequent walking and/or standing.
- May be required to use a wide variety of laboratory instruments and apparatuses all of which demand significant manual dexterity.
Knowledge:
- Basic knowledge of operating non-complex instrumentation.
Skills:
- Must demonstrate the ability to follow a series of steps without confusion or errors on an ongoing basis and retain the information once learned.
- Must be detail-oriented, have the ability to work independently, establish work priorities and to handle several tasks simultaneously for maximum department efficiency.
- Communication and interpersonal skills necessary to deal courteously and effectively with supervisors, co-workers and clients.
- Ability to deal with client information in a confidential manner.
- Proficiency in Microsoft Office (Word, Excel and Outlook) and Laboratory Information Systems.
- Ability to enter 6,000 alphanumeric keystrokes/hour.
skills: Cell Biology, Data Analysis, Assay Development, Assay Method, Assay Verification, Biology, Chemistry, GLP (Good Laboratory Practice), Laboratory Information Management Systems (LIMS)
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.
