Histotechnologist; Healthcare Professional - Entry to Senior

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University Staff

University of Colorado Anschutz Medical Campus – Department of Pathology

Histotechnologist (Open Rank Healthcare Professional - Entry to Senior)

Position # - Requisition #: 38793

The University of Colorado Anschutz Medical Campus, Department of Pathology is seeking a full-time (1.0 FTE) open rank Healthcare Professional (Entry to Senior) for the Research Histology Section of the Pathology Shared Resource with special requirements in histology for human clinical research and animal biospecimens. This position will entail routine gross dissection, tissue processing, sectioning, and staining for ongoing clinical and basic research projects and clinical trials.

• Routine gross dissection and tissue processing of human specimens (clinical trials and clinical translational research)
• Routine gross dissection and tissue processing of animal biospecimens
• Paraffin microtomy of human and animal biospecimens
• H&E staining
• Special stains for histology
• Immunohistochemistry, using automated as well as manual platforms
• Development and optimization of antibody assays
• Interact and coordinate with pathologists, clinicians, researchers, and other lab personnel to support new and ongoing research histology projects
• General lab organization/maintenance, including ordering and allocation
• Maintaining/updating existing laboratory databases and regulatory compliance

This role is expected to work onsite and is located in Aurora, CO.

Welcome to the Department of Pathology of the University of Colorado Anschutz Medical Campus. The Department has grown substantially in the past 15 years, from 40 to 120 faculty in parallel with the remarkable growth of our hospital based affiliates as well as the city and county of Denver. Our work is value driven and focused on scientific investigation, lifelong learning and a balance of personal and professional values.

In addition to a vibrant and highly competitive residency program with 25 positions, we offer 9 fellowships and participate in numerous graduate school and the MD/PhD program of the CU School of Medicine.

Why work for the University?

We have AMAZING benefits and offer exceptional amounts of holiday, vacation and sick leave. The University of Colorado offers an excellent benefits package including:

• Medical:
  Multiple plan options
• Dental:
  Multiple plan options
• Additional Insurance:
  Disability, Life, Vision
• Retirement 401(a) Plan:
  Employer contributes 10% of your gross pay
• Paid Time Off:
  Accruals over the year
• Vacation Days: 22/year (maximum accrual 352 hours)
• Sick Days: 15/year (unlimited maximum accrual)
• Holiday Days: 15/year
• Tuition Benefit:
  Employees have access to this benefit on all CU campuses
• ECO Pass:
  Reduced rate RTD Bus and light rail service

There are many additional perks & programs with the CU Advantage.

Minimum Qualifications:

Applicants must meet minimum qualifications at the time of hire.

Entry Professional:

• Bachelor's degree from an accredited institution.

Intermediate Professional:

• Bachelor's degree from an accredited institution and 1 year of professional experience working in a research or clinical lab and experience with histology techniques.

Senior Professional:

• Bachelor's degree from an accredited institution and 2 years of professional experience working in a research or clinical lab and experience with histology techniques.

Preferred Qualifications:

• Experience working in research or clinical lab and experience with histology and immunohistochemistry techniques.
• Experience with human subject research and handling of Protected Health Information (PHI). Experience with handling human biospecimens for research or clinical testing.
• Experience in handling animal specimens.
• HTL(ASCP) certified or interested in obtaining HTL(ASCP) certification.

Knowledge, Skills and Abilities:

• Ability to communicate effectively, both in writing and orally.
• Ability to establish and maintain effective working relationships with employees at all levels throughout the institution.
• Outstanding customer service skills.

For full consideration, please submit the following document(s):