Histotechnologist II

The Tissue Acquisition and Cellular and Molecular Analysis Shared Resources (TACMASR) Core is integrated into the University of Arizona Cancer Center and is responsible for supporting the functions of histology in the performance of routine histological techniques as well as the Biorepository in the process of tissue acquisition. TACMASR also provides support and pathology-related services to the UArizona Cancer Center and University of Arizona research investigators on a fee-for-service basis through customized, cost-effective, and quality-controlled services including tissue acquisition, digital pathology, imaging and microscopy, histology, immunohistochemistry, and organoid culture.

The UArizona Cancer Center invites applications for the position of Histotechnologist II. As a Histotechnologist, you will be responsible for performing technical procedures and tasks supporting the day-to-day operations of the TACMASR core. In this position, we will provide the employee the chance to grow their skills in the field of histology and will offer the opportunity to obtain the HT (Histotechnician) Certification or the HTL (Histotechnologist) Certification. We welcome you to join our dynamic team and to play a crucial role in advancing the understanding of the pathogenesis of cancers for the successful prevention, control, and therapy of disease world-wide.

The University of Arizona Cancer Center (UACC) is a National Cancer Institute-designated comprehensive cancer center dedicated to the prevention and cure of cancer through patient care, research, and education. Hundreds of doctors, scientists, postdoctoral fellows, graduate students, undergraduate students and technicians work in more than 70 research laboratories in the University of Arizona Cancer Center. Armed with test tubes, cancer cells, computers and tumor models, they search for the missing pieces of the cancer puzzle in their efforts to prevent and cure cancer. Learn more about the UACC and its mission at: https://cancercenter.arizona.edu/.

Outstanding UA benefits include health, dental, and vision insurance plans; life insurance and disability programs; paid vacation, sick leave, and holidays; UA/ASU/NAU tuition reduction for the employee and qualified family members; retirement plans; access to UA recreation and cultural activities; and more!

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Laboratory:

• Perform
  immunohistochemistry and immunofluorescence staining using the Leica Bond platform.
• Perform
  histological procedures including accessioning, tissue processing,
  embedding, microtomy, and staining including special stains, and frozen
  tissue preparation, sectioning and H&E staining.
• Assist with
  research and development of new procedures and helps keep standard
  operating procedures and manuals current.
• Maintain and
  operate laboratory and histological equipment.
• Prepare
  reagents and solutions.

Administrative:

• Maintain
  accurate tissue and slide records.
• Clean and
  maintain instruments and work areas.
• Other duties as
  assigned.

Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities:

• Requires the
  ability to perform multiple tasks simultaneously with frequent
  interruptions while maintaining accuracy and accountability.
• Excellent
  communication, organizational and interpersonal skills with excellent
  attention to detail and documentation skills.
• Ability
  to effectively use computer applications such a Excel, Word, Outlook email and
  calendar, and database software.

• High school
  diploma or equivalent, or equivalent learning attained through experience
  required.
• Minimum
  of 3 years of relevant experience, or equivalent combination of education and
  work experience.

• Completion of an accredited histotechnology program.
• Certification by the American Society for Clinical Pathology (ASCP) as HT (Histotechnician) or HTL (Histotechnologist), or ability to obtain this certification.
• Three (3) or more years of experience related to the job duties and research in histology and immunohistochemistry.