Histology Manager

Reporting to the Director of Laboratory Operations, the Histology Manager will apply a working knowledge of Histotechnician-related duties and management experience to lead the team. The ideal candidate enjoys solving complex problems, has excellent communication skills, team building experience, and thrives in a fast-paced setting that is constantly evolving.

Main Duties

• Manage attendance, quality, and standards of the Histology Lab by developing and implementing effective management strategies
• Monitor the workflow and adjust lab policies and procedures as needed to ensure optimal performance
• Propose staffing needs and participate in the recruitment process
• Oversee instruments/equipment and supplies needed to ensure the lab runs smoothly
• Troubleshoot technical, equipment, and computer-related issues
• Serve as the primary point of contact with clients to provide information and take requests for services
• Establish laboratory procedures, create and manage laboratory-related documentation, and organize laboratory activities, ensuring compliance with industry standards and regulations
• Maintain in-depth knowledge of regulatory requirements specific to the laboratory and ensure all users are in compliance
• Update and maintain the Lab Safety Plan/Manual, identifying and addressing potential safety hazards
• Anticipate potential problems and help staff resolve them as they occur, minimizing downtime
• Ensure laboratory users have received appropriate training on correctly using laboratory equipment
• Oversee day-to-day operations of the histology laboratory, including receiving, grossing, processing, embedding, sectioning, staining, and scanning
• Produce, monitor, and maintain productivity, quality, and TAT metrics
• Manage the PTO schedule and oversee time management
• Write and update SOPs annually

Requirements

• Bachelor's degree in biological sciences or a related subject plus at least two years of technical experience in a histology laboratory
• Certification as a Histotechnician (HT) or Histotechnologist (HTL) is required
• Two years of supervisory experience required, demonstrating a high level of technical knowledge and expertise
• Experience in preclinical research setting preferred
• Must be available to work late as needed; weekend availability preferred
• Must be detail-oriented, careful, and have high integrity and discipline
• Excellent communication skills and work well in a team environment
• Excellent mentoring and people-management skills are required, with the ability to coach, develop, and motivate staff and provide constructive feedback