Amgen · 8 hours ago
Associate Scientist/Histology Technician
US - California - South San Francisco
Full-time
Onsite
Entry, Mid Level
$111K/yr - $140K/yr
1+ years expAmgen is a leading biotechnology company focused on serving patients with serious illnesses. They are seeking an Associate Scientist/Histology Technician to work in the Pathology Lab, where responsibilities include performing histology preparation workflows and ensuring adherence to safety protocols and departmental procedures.
BiotechnologyHealth CareManufacturingPharmaceutical
Responsibilities
Perform workflows for histology preparation of specimens, including all documentation in required laboratory information systems and databases, as well as team communications
Perform basic and advanced histology procedures (fixation and processing of tissues, embedding, microtomy, H&E staining, special stains, coverslipping, slide scanning, slide QC)
Review work to ensure accuracy and to ensure adherence to pertinent departmental policies, practices, and procedures
Ensure equipment is functional and maintained in good working order, and that lab safety protocols are adhered to
Perform all other related duties as assigned
Qualification
Required
Masters Degree and 1 year of experience or
Bachelor's Degree and 3 years of experience
Preferred
Education: Associate Degree or equivalent in Biological Science program with 3 years of pathology laboratory experience
Certification/Licensure: HT (ASCP) or HLT (ASCP) preferred
Experience in histopathology / pathobiology in an industry setting
Hands-on experience in a variety of histology-based methodologies and equipment
Experience in documentation, including laboratory information management systems usage
Comfortable working in a dynamic environment designed to promote frequent interaction and brainstorming
Ability to manage multiple projects simultaneously
Excellent communication skills
Benefits
A comprehensive employee benefits package, including a Retirement and Savings Plan with generous company contributions, group medical, dental and vision coverage, life and disability insurance, and flexible spending accounts
A discretionary annual bonus program, or for field sales representatives, a sales-based incentive plan
Stock-based long-term incentives
Award-winning time-off plans
Flexible work models where possible.
Company
Amgen
Amgen is a biotechnology company that develops and manufactures human therapeutics for various illnesses and diseases.
10001+ employees
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Funding
Current Stage
Public CompanyTotal Funding
$28.5B2022-12-12Post Ipo Debt· $28.5B
1983-06-17IPO
Leadership Team
Robert Bradway
Chairman and Chief Executive Officer
Jay Bradner
Executive Vice President of R&D, and Chief Scientific Officer
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