MUSC Health · 1 month ago
UNIV - Histology Laboratory Tech - Hollings Cancer Center
Charleston, SC
Full-time
Onsite
Entry Level
$48K/yr - $88K/yr
1+ years expThe Medical University of South Carolina (MUSC) Hollings Cancer Center is seeking a Histology Technician to join their Biorepository and Tissue Analysis Shared Resource team. The role involves performing research histologic procedures on human and animal tissues, including processing, embedding, staining, and slide scanning.
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Responsibilities
Processing, embedding, sectioning tissue: Under direct supervision this individual will perform research histologic procedures on human and animal tissues to include but not limited to routine histology, processing and embedding, and microtomy/cryotomy sectioning for microscopic examination
Staining of tissue: Individual will perform staining of tissues with special stains, immunohistochemistry/immunofluorescence procedures, both manual and automated
Slide scanning and image acquisition: Individual will set up whole slide scanner for initial image acquisition for chromogenic (brightfield) and immunofluorescence staining
Inventory/lab management: Individual will monitor reagent inventory and order as needed
Communication of results: Individual will work with colleagues, researchers and supervisor to communicate results, troubleshoot and for clarification when needed
Instrument maintenance: Individual will perform general instrument maintenance and schedule preventive maintenance as well as emergency repairs when needed
Qualification
Required
A bachelor's degree in a health-related field and one year journey-level work experience in the specialty area; or an associate degree or equivalent training in a health-related field and two years advanced work experience in the specialty area
A master's degree in a health-related field and six months entry-level experience may be substituted for the requirements stated above
Previous technical supervisory work experience is required for supervisory positions
Ability to obtain and maintain a valid driver's license
Computer literacy
Ability to work rotating shifts as required
Ability to work overtime as required
Ability to learn and use new processes, tools and equipment as required
Company
MUSC Health
MUSC Health provides health-care services through its patient- and family-centered care, education, research, and various partnerships. It is a sub-organization of Medical University of South Carolina.
Founded in 1824Charleston, South Carolina, USA
10001+ employees
Funding
Current Stage
Late StageTotal Funding
$133MKey Investors
Armadale Capital
2019-12-19Debt Financing· $133M
Leadership Team
Erik Summers
Chief Medical Officer
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