About The Role As a Histology Technician you are responsible for, but not limited to: the preparation of quality tissue samples for histopathologic evaluation; identification of tissue samples for proper embedding orientation; tissue processing; microtomy skills for routine tissue samples; preparation of reagents and the performance of routine hematoxylin and eosin (H&E), non-routine histochemical staining procedures; performs quality control procedures on all prepared microscope slides; knowledge of the use and maintenance of equipment used for the preparation of tissue samples and the ability to maintain a clean and orderly laboratory environment; specimen inventory and archival of study materials, depending on site. What You'll Do Here Maintain Good Laboratory Practices (GLP) Maintain and document the use and maintenance of laboratory equipment and a safe, clean and orderly laboratory environment. Perform trimming of fixed tissues, and paraffin tissue processing procedures. Identify required tissue sample orientation and perform paraffin embedding procedures. Use microtomy skills in the preparation of routine microscopic slides according to standard operating procedures and/or required by study protocols. Prepare stains/reagents according to standard operating procedure and protocol requirements. Perform routine hematoxylin and eosin (H&E) staining as well as cover slipping microscopic slides. Prepare reagents/stains and performs non-routine histochemical staining procedures to emphasize particular tissue elements and analyses tissue samples used as positive/negative controls. Perform quality control procedures on all prepared microscope slides. Troubleshoot equipment and/or operation failures and takes appropriate actions to keep interruptions to a minimum. Analyzes raw data collection and solves for deviation in standard operating procedures (SOP) and/or protocol requirements. Assist with revision of standard operating procedures if needed. Contribute to innovative process development and quality improvement. Ordering of warehouse supplies and data entry to laboratory inventory records. Disposition of hazardous chemical, generation of the hazardous chemical lab pack and data entry to the laboratory hazardous chemical records. What You'll Need to Succeed High School Diploma and/or GED required Minimum of 4 years of related experience Technical Skills: MS Word, Excel, Outlook and Power Point Work Authorization & Sponsorship Applicants must be legally authorized to work in the United States. Altasciences is unable to provide sponsorship, sponsorship transfers, or visa maintenance for this position. All applicants must possess valid work authorization that does not require employer sponsorship now or in the future. What We Offer The pay range estimated for this position is $30.00 - $35.00 per hour. Please note that hourly rates/salaries vary within the range based on factors including, but not limited to, prior relevant experience, skills, education, certification, location as well as internal equity and market data. Benefits Altasciences offers a wide variety of benefits to help our employees live healthy and fulfilling lives both at and outside of work. Altasciences’ Benefits Package Includes: Health/Dental/Vision Insurance Plans 401(k)/RRSP with Employer Match Paid Vacation and Holidays Paid Sick and Bereavement Leave Employee Assistance & Telehealth Programs Telework when applicable. Altasciences’ Incentive Programs Include: Training & Development Programs Employee Referral Bonus Program #LI-ES1 At Altasciences we all move in unison to assist and work in the discovery, development, and manufacturing of new drug therapies to get them faster to people who need them. No matter your role, we all play an important part and you will have a significant impact on the health and well-being of people across the globe. By living our values of Employee Development, Customer Focus, Quality and Excellence, Respect and Integrity, we look to foster a passionate and collaborative work environment and we are looking for talented and enthusiastic people, like you, to join our growing team! Whether you're a recent college graduate or seeking your next career opportunity, it's time to discover your future at Altasciences. We are better together and together We Are Altasciences. Altasciences is an equal opportunity employer committed to diversity and inclusion. Our goal is to attract, develop and retain highly talented employees from diverse backgrounds, allowing us to benefit from a wide variety of experiences and perspectives. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to age, race, color, religion, creed, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability or any other protected grounds under applicable legislation. Reasonable accommodations for persons with disabilities during the recruitment process are available upon request. Join us at Altasciences!

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