Research Associate - III*

My name is Shivaraj, and I am a Talent Acquisition Consultant with The Fountain Group.  We are a national staffing firm with an array of Fortune 500 clients and are currently seeking a ­­­­­­­­Research Associate III, Histology Technical Specialist for a prominent client of ours.  This position is located in ­­Foster City, CA - Onsite 5 days a week. Details for the position are as follows:

Research Associate III, Histology Technical Specialist
Location: Foster City, CA - Onsite 5 days a week
Duration: 1 Year
Pay: $56.84

Job Description: 

• Seeing an experienced Histology Technician to enhance our pathology and translational research efforts.
• The ideal candidate will bring advanced expertise in histological procedures, including tissue processing, staining techniques, and digital pathology, to support our drug development pipeline.
• This role is crucial for maintaining our laboratory's high standards, driving excellence in both histology and data management, and delivering exceptional customer service to internal stakeholders.

What You Will Be Doing

• Oversee tissue processing, embedding, sectioning, staining, and high-resolution scanning, ensuring high-quality specimen preparation and accurate digital capture.
• Manage histology requests from receipt to completion, providing timely communication, insightful feedback, and outstanding customer service.
• Oversee samples management logistics for clinical and non-clinical samples, ensuring compliance with protocols.
• Implement QC measures for histological integrity, covering equipment upkeep, standard practices, accurate sample handling, issue resolution, and data accuracy checks.
• Provide guidance and support to R&D scientists on histology techniques and upholding laboratory safety, regulatory compliance, and service excellence.

Core Qualifications

• AS/BS degree in Histotechnology, Biology, Pathology, or a related Life Science field.
• Certification as a Histotechnician (HT) or Histotechnologist (HTL) by the American Society for Clinical Pathology (ASCP).
• A minimum of 5 years of relevant histology experience
• Exceptional professionalism, interpersonal skills, and commitment to customer satisfaction.
• Strong analytical, problem-solving, and critical thinking skills.
• Detail-oriented with excellent record-keeping abilities.
• Adaptable and proficient in learning new processes and technologies.

Top 3 Required Skill Sets:
1. Expertise in Advanced Histology Techniques and Equipment
2. Strong Quality Control and Lab Management Experience
3. Exceptional Analytical Skills and meticulous Attention to Detail