Histotechnician

Job Title: Histotechnician
Location: Rockville, MD
Hours/Schedule: Monday-Friday, 9:00 AM-5:00 PM (some scheduling flexibility)
Compensation: $30.00-$40.00/hour
Type: 6-Month Contract (High Potential for Extension)

Overview
A growing biotechnology organization in the Rockville, MD area is seeking a Histotechnician to support an expanding pathology laboratory. This is an excellent opportunity to join a collaborative, close-knit team while working on cutting-edge preclinical and clinical research projects in a fast-paced laboratory environment.

Responsibilities

• Perform routine histology procedures including tissue processing, embedding, microtomy, cryosectioning, and staining
• Process approximately 10-20 tissue samples daily from toxicology studies and research programs
• Prepare paraffin tissue blocks and section 5-10 blocks daily, with occasional higher-volume periods
• Perform immunohistochemistry (IHC) using automated staining platforms
• Conduct microscopic tissue dissection and prepare high-quality slides for pathologist review
• Handle animal and human tissue specimens while maintaining specimen integrity
• Follow SOPs and maintain accurate laboratory documentation
• Maintain laboratory equipment, reagents, and a clean, organized work environment
• Collaborate closely with the pathology team to support ongoing research studies

• Associate's or Bachelor's degree in Histotechnology, Biology, Biotechnology, Biomedical Science, or a related scientific discipline
• 2-3 years of Histotechnician experience in biotechnology, CRO, or pathology laboratory environments; hospital pathology laboratory experience will also be considered
• Hands-on experience with routine histology processing, including tissue embedding, microtomy, sectioning, and staining
• Experience performing immunohistochemistry (IHC) using automated stainers
• Experience with cryosectioning human tissue
• Experience processing animal tissue, necropsy specimens, or human tissue blocks
• Strong attention to detail and ability to accurately process multiple specimens daily
• Comfortable handling laboratory chemicals including formalin, xylene, and alcohols
• Ability to lift up to 50 pounds on an occasional basis
• Strong organizational, documentation, and communication skills
• Must be legally authorized to work in the United States for any employer

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