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Actalent Lab Tech III in Branchburg, New Jersey
Job Title: Lab Tech IIIJob Description
Histology Technician IV is responsible for proficiently performing routine histology techniques, 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) 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; supporting equipment validations; cross-functional training activities; continuous/process improvement projects; and the Quality Management System.
Hard Skills
Bachelor’s degree in biology, related science, or equivalent
Completion of an accredited histotechnology program
ASCP Histotechnician certification (HT) or Histotechnologist (HTL) certification
Previous laboratory experience in histology, pathology, or molecular/cell biology
Developed skills in protocol development and protocol troubleshooting
Soft Skills
Compliance with standard operating procedures
Laboratory safety awareness
Good documentation practices
Troubleshooting skills
Cross-functional training capabilities
Continuous/process improvement mindset
Job Type
This is a contract position with a duration of 3 Month(s).
Work Site
This is a fully on-site position in Branchburg, New Jersey.
Work Environment
cGMPs, GDP, ISO, FDA regulated USP environment. Shift: Mon 7:30AM-4PM & 10:30AM-7PM (1 on early shift, 1 on mid-day shift). Flexible with hours.
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