Histology Technician
IQVIA
Summary
Perform routine tissue processing, paraffin embedding, sectioning, and staining to prepare high-quality slides for pathological analysis. Partner with pathologists and laboratory colleagues to deliver accurate, timely results while maintaining regulatory, quality, and safety standards.
Job description
Job Summary
Perform routine tissue processing, paraffin embedding, sectioning, and staining to prepare high-quality slides for pathological analysis. Partner with pathologists and laboratory colleagues to deliver accurate, timely results while maintaining regulatory, quality, and safety standards.
What You'll Be Doing
- Prepare slides for microscopic evaluation through tissue processing, paraffin embedding, sectioning, and staining
- Partner with pathologists to facilitate analysis and the timely delivery of results
- Operate, maintain, and troubleshoot histology laboratory equipment
- Maintain accurate documentation in accordance with SOPs, good documentation practices, and regulatory guidelines
- Ensure compliance with applicable local, federal, CLIA, and CAP requirements
- Support process improvements that enhance data quality, reduce costs, or improve turnaround times
- Maintain laboratory inventory, housekeeping, safety, quality, and 6S standards
- Support study setup activities and laboratory or cross-functional projects as assigned
What We Are Looking For
- A High School Diploma or equivalent is required
- Typically requires 2-3 years of experience in a histopathology lab or discipline
- ASCP qualification or equivalent and 1 year of experience in a clinical, research, academic, or commercial/production laboratory are required
- Detailed knowledge of histology techniques, specialized laboratory equipment, clinical testing procedures, staining techniques, and applicable laboratory testing regulations
- Ability to troubleshoot laboratory equipment and resolve process issues
- Applicable certifications and licenses as required by local regulations
- Other Equivalent combination of education, training, and experience may be accepted in lieu of degree
The Knowledge, Skills and Abilities Needed for This Role
- Strong attention to detail and accuracy while managing multiple tasks simultaneously
- Effective organizational, interpersonal, communication, and presentation skills
- Proficiency with Microsoft Excel, PowerPoint, and Word
- Ability to establish and maintain effective working relationships with coworkers, managers, clients, and pathologists
- Commitment to laboratory safety, quality, regulatory compliance, and continuous improvement
Ability to lift up to 50 lbs, frequent standing and walking, occasional sitting, close eye work requirement (computer, typing, reading small prints). Physical demands vary depending on assigned work area and work tasks. Occasional exposure to cold temperatures.
Requirements
- High School Diploma or equivalent
- 2-3 years of experience in a histopathology lab or discipline
- ASCP qualification or equivalent
- 1 year of experience in a clinical, research, academic, or commercial/production laboratory
- Detailed knowledge of histology techniques
- Knowledge of specialized laboratory equipment
- Knowledge of clinical testing procedures
- Knowledge of staining techniques
- Knowledge of applicable laboratory testing regulations
- Ability to troubleshoot laboratory equipment and resolve process issues
- Applicable certifications and licenses as required by local regulations
- Strong attention to detail and accuracy
- Effective organizational, interpersonal, communication, and presentation skills
- Proficiency with Microsoft Excel, PowerPoint, and Word
- Ability to establish and maintain effective working relationships
- Commitment to laboratory safety, quality, regulatory compliance, and continuous improvement
Benefits
- Health insurance
- Physical well-being resources
- Mental and emotional well-being resources
- Financial well-being resources
- Social well-being resources
Company overview
IQVIA is a leading global provider of advanced analytics, technology solutions, and clinical research services to the life sciences industry. Headquartered in Durham, North Carolina, the company operates in over 100 countries with approximately 86,000 employees worldwide. IQVIA specializes in creating intelligent connections across all aspects of healthcare through its proprietary IQVIA Connected Intelligence platform, which combines analytics, transformative technology, big data resources, and extensive domain expertise. The company's comprehensive portfolio includes clinical trial management, real-world evidence generation, commercial insights, and regulatory compliance services. IQVIA serves a diverse client base including pharmaceutical manufacturers, biotechnology companies, medical device firms, government agencies, and healthcare providers. With its Healthcare-grade AI capabilities and extensive global data assets, IQVIA accelerates the development and commercialization of innovative medical treatments while improving healthcare outcomes for patients globally. The company is publicly traded on the New York Stock Exchange under the ticker symbol IQV.