Histology Technician

Assists in developing technical procedures to meet the special requirements of particular protocols, in consultation with the investigator/pathologist, on the methods and materials required to assure proper tissue handling, collection, and preservation for histological, immunohistochemical, and immunofluorescence analysis as requested. SRG4 Government Services is a leading provider of information technology, training, engineering, accounting and intelligence analytical services for agencies in the intelligence, defense, homeland security, cyber security, and federal civilian markets.

Histology Technician

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Salary: Up to $59k/yr.
Location: San Antonio (fully on-site at Fort Sam Houston)
Industry: Dept. of Defense

Responsibilities:

• Performs immunohistochemical techniques suitable for microscopic analysis, examination, and photography.
• Assists in developing technical procedures to meet the special requirements of particular protocols, in consultation with the investigator/pathologist, on the methods and materials required to assure proper tissue handling, collection, and preservation for histological, immunohistochemical, and immunofluorescence analysis as requested.
• Assists with conducting section orientation to all technicians working in the section.
• Shall provide hands on training to personnel, in the methods, procedures, and equipment operation, as necessary, for personnel working in the laboratory.
• Performs scanning and electronic storage of slides processed by the IHC/IFA/ICC section.
• Performs routine and special histological procedures, involving specimen trim-in, processing, embedding, sectioning, and staining.
• Performs molecular pathology procedures to include, but not limited to, nucleic acid assays and protein extraction and purification from formalin-fixed, paraffin-embedded samples.
• Prepares buffers and solutions by using appropriate calculations and titration tools such as pH Meter, weigh scale, and other equipment.
• Operates specialized equipment to include, but not limited to, plate readers, autostainers, thermocyclers, microscopes (bright field, fluorescent, confocal, slide scanner).
• Maintains updated Safety Data Sheet (SDS) for each chemical in a hard copy and electronic format.
• Inventories and submits purchase requests for supplies, reagents, and other consumables to sustain operations.
• Obtains quotes and submits purchase requests through automated MS SharePoint software or equivalent system for Laboratory Support.
• Assists with preparing scientific presentations and peer review publications. Provides graphical representation of image analysis and a technical description write up, for manuscripts or publications as requested.
• Authors and updates SOPs for the molecular pathology section.
• Provides weekly updates and reports on work completed to include, but not limited to, type of procedure, completion status, pass/fail status, number of samples processed, turnaround time, and consumables used.

Qualifications:

• Previous experience as a HistoTechnician
• Histotechnician (ASCP) American Society of Clinical Pathology certification REQUIRED
• Ability to pass background check

SRG4 Government Services is a leading provider of information technology, training, engineering, accounting and intelligence analytical services for agencies in the intelligence, defense, homeland security, cyber security, and federal civilian markets. SRG4 utilizes an innovative approach to identify and qualify talent that is unique to the federal contracting industry, featuring a cutting-edge platform that allows us to rapidly and precisely match professionals to client requirements. We have a proprietary database of over one million candidates and maintain continuous contact with our qualified talent.
SRG4 is an Equal Opportunity Employer, committed to diversity in the workplace. We encourage applications from candidates of all backgrounds, regardless of race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, or protected veteran status. Individuals with disabilities are also encouraged to apply.


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