Senior Research Associate

Company: CYNET SYSTEMS
Location: Cambridge
Posted on: January 27, 2023

Job Description:

Job Description:

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• We are looking for an enthusiastic and highly organized histo technologist to support the following activities:
  
• Assisting with receiving samples from the investigator and registering them into the laboratory information system (Lablion).
  
• Sampling of tissues from laboratory rodents (mice and rats).
  
• Following the laboratorys procedures for specimen handling and processing.
  
• Performing routine histology laboratory activities, including tissue trimming, processing, embedding and ensuring proper tissue orientation.
  
• Sectioning of paraffin-embedded and frozen tissue samples.
  
• Preparing stains and reagents needed for special procedures.
  
• Performing a variety of standard histochemical stains (manual and automated) for pathology evaluation (H&E, Client, Trichrome).
  
• Following established protocols to support IHC lab activities.
  
• Supporting various daily lab functions such as manual and automated equipment maintenance and cleaning, recording of equipment log data accurately, sample log and inventory management.
  
• Being an active participant during lab meetings.
  
• Familiarity with laboratory SOPs and safety protocols. Reporting all safety issues to the team leadership.
  
• Minimum Education BS Degree.
  
• ASCP Histology certification or other relevant histology certifications preferred.
  
• Minimum 2+ years of experience.
  
  Additional Details:
  
  
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  • Fully onsite role.
    
  • Parking Fee at this work site.
    
  • The manager will train a new hire on "Lablion" laboratory information system (not required).
    
  • Similar exp is helpful Must have standard histochemical staining exp (either manual and automated), will train on an automated process.
    
  • Must-Have: - Minimum of 2+ years of experience - Strong Communication Skills - Sectioning experience (cutting tissue).
    
  • Nice to Have: - IHC Experience is a strong plus.
    

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