Personalis, Inc. · 1 day ago
Histotechnician
Fremont, CA
Full-time
Onsite
New Grad, Entry Level
$36/hr - $48/hr
0+ years expPersonalis, Inc. is transforming cancer management through personalized testing. The Histotechnician will process FFPE specimens for microscopic evaluation to support molecular diagnostics, performing tasks such as sectioning tissue, routine staining, and ensuring laboratory safety and quality policies are followed.
BiotechnologyGeneticsHealth CareHealth Diagnostics
Responsibilities
Perform sectioning of tissue using a microtome and mounting on glass slides
Perform routine staining of tissue sections with automated and/or manual staining techniques
Perform automated and/or manual coverslipping of slides
Generate digital slide images for pathologist examination
Perform manual and automated macrodissection
Operate and perform instrument maintenance
Perform histology lab functions while following laboratory safety and quality policies
Comply with standard laboratory operating policies and procedures
Use of good documentation practices to record specimen data manually or in Laboratory Information Management Systems
Help meet TAT goals while maintaining high-quality productivity
Maintain clean and organized work areas within the laboratory
Report problems to the department supervisor/manager to ensure timely resolution
Qualification
Required
Associate's degree in chemical/physical/biological science or completion of a NAACLS-accredited Histotechnology program
0-3 years experience working in a high-volume histology laboratory performing microtomy of various tissue types, H&E staining, and tissue embedding
HT or HTL certification from ASCP required
Excellent attention to detail, organization, and time management skills
Ability to communicate effectively with excellent interpersonal skills
Physical demands include stooping, turning, bending, squatting, kneeling, and the ability to lift up to 25 lbs
Preferred
Bachelor's degree in a laboratory science curriculum preferred
Experience working in IHC and digital imaging, tissue/tumor identification, and proficiency in reading pathology reports, a plus
Benefits
Medical
Dental
Vision
401(k) match
ESPP
Tuition reimbursement
Sick/vacation time
Commuter benefits/ EV charging stations
Onsite gym
Wellness benefits
Company
Personalis, Inc.
At Personalis, we are transforming the active management of cancer through breakthrough personalized testing.
201-500 employees
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Funding
Current Stage
Public CompanyTotal Funding
$311.25MKey Investors
MerckTempusLightspeed Venture Partners
2024-12-19Post Ipo Equity· $50M
2024-08-16Post Ipo Equity· $36.15M
2021-01-27Post Ipo Equity· $150.1M
Leadership Team
Aaron Tachibana
Chief Financial Officer
Christian Haudenschild
Senior Vice President
Recent News
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