Histology Technician

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• We are looking for a highly performing, self-motivated, detail oriented Scientist to support antibody drug conjugate (ADC) and targeted immunotherapy drug discovery at Oncology (ORU) in Pearl River, NY

• The successful candidate will work in a matrixed team environment as part of the Oncology Rinat Research & Development (ORRD) Histology & Biomarker (OHB) group

• The candidate will work as part of a team that uses histology and immunohistochemistry (IHC) methods to study protein/target expression, biomarker development, pharmacodynamics, efficacy and safety effects of molecules/compounds in development

• The successful candidate will be responsible for overseeing the smooth functioning of the daily technical processes of the lab. 

Responsibilities-

• Receive (physically and electronically) & QC the incoming pipeline of samples

• Trimming, process and embed all blocks that come into the lab

• Section and H&E stain samples for several lab initiatives, as independent projects to work on with hiring manager

• Perform routine IHC of established panels of markers for several initiatives

• Subsequently, work with the hiring manager and lab scientists to interpret the data and report to the relevant teams

• Section blocks, coverslip slides and perform other supportive tasks for the program scientists in the lab

• Order, receive and organize lab supplies

• Maintain lab equipment (call vendors for service etc.)

• Act as a liaison for the In Vivo Pharmacology group

• Enter experimental data into the lab databases

• Work with student workers to organize and inventory blocks

• The candidate must have worked in the research setting for minimum 3-5 years and prior histology experience is required

• Additionally, the successful candidate will have cell biology training and a deep understanding of the scientific method

• The candidate will be flexible and be able to adapt to change as the lab is in a dynamic research environment, responding to the needs of the ORRD research unit

• We are looking for someone enthusiastic, energetic, able to follow instructions, detail oriented, agile to change, and will be an excellent and honest communicator

• The successful candidate will be expected to maintain an electronic laboratory notebook, use email, and meet weekly with the group manager - therefore basic computer skills are required such as Microsoft Outlook and Office (Excel, PowerPoint)

• Bachelors or Master’s degree in biological sciences

Thanks

Regards

Ricky