Associate, Scientist II, Histology

North Chicago, IL - USA

Monthly Salary: Not Disclosed

Posted on: 12 hours ago

Vacancies: 1 Vacancy

Job Summary

Responsibilities

Perform routine histology activities including wet tissue trimming processing embedding microtomy H&E staining and quality control on human and/or animal tissue samples.
Consistently generate high-quality histological slides.
Develop troubleshoot and execute complex staining protocols for single and multiplex immunohistochemical and in situ hybridization techniques.
Consult relevant literature to understand the scientific purpose of assignments and contribute primarily through laboratory activities.
Learn and effectively implement new experimental protocols and techniques in collaboration with pathologists to address scientific questions.
Maintain and optimize laboratory equipment operations supplies and reagents for efficient workflow.
Analyze interpret and evaluate results at each tissue processing step to ensure quality control and promptly recognize and report any experimental variances.
Prepare section and stain Tissue Microarray blocks.
Operate whole slide scanners to create and manage digital whole slide images.

Qualifications :

Basic Qualifications:

Bachelors Degree with typically 3 or more years experience OR Masters Degree (no additional experience)
HT (ASCP) certification preferred though candidates with strong biology skills and a willingness to learn may be considered.

Preferred Qualifications:

Histotechnologist (HT) certification preferred with or without QIHC qualification.
Experience in immunohistochemistry (IHC).
Experience with in situ hybridization (ISH) preferred.
Applicable animal experience desired.
Ideally 3 or more years of experience within a histology or pathology laboratory in a GLP pharmaceutical company CRO hospital or diagnostic setting.

Other Desirable Attributes:

Well organized
Self-motivated
Detail oriented
Ability to work and effectively communicate within a team environment
Ability to handle multiple projects simultaneously
Delivers timely and high-quality results
Excellent oral and written communication skills
Highly motivated
Enthusiastic
Independent analytical thinker

Additional Information :

Applicable only to applicants applying to a position in any location with pay disclosure requirements under state or local law:

The compensation range described below is the range of possible base pay compensation that the Company believes in good faith it will pay for this role at the time of this posting based on the job grade for this position. Individual compensation paid within this range will depend on many factors including geographic location and we may ultimately pay more or less than the posted range. This range may be modified in the future.
We offer a comprehensive package of benefits including paid time off (vacation holidays sick) medical/dental/vision insurance and 401(k) to eligible employees.
This job is eligible to participate in our short-term incentive programs.

Note: No amount of pay is considered to be wages or compensation until such amount is earned vested and determinable. The amount and availability of any bonus commission incentive benefits or any other form of compensation and benefits that are allocable to a particular employee remains in the Companys sole and absolute discretion unless and until paid and may be modified at the Companys sole and absolute discretion consistent with applicable law.

AbbVie is an equal opportunity employer and is committed to operating with integrity driving innovation transforming lives and serving our community. Equal Opportunity Employer/Veterans/Disabled.

US & Puerto Rico only - to learn more visit & Puerto Rico applicants seeking a reasonable accommodation click here to learn more:

Work :

Employment Type :

Full-time

ResponsibilitiesPerform routine histology activities including wet tissue trimming processing embedding microtomy H&E staining and quality control on human and/or animal tissue samples.Consistently generate high-quality histological slides.Develop troubleshoot and execute complex staining protocols ...

Responsibilities

Perform routine histology activities including wet tissue trimming processing embedding microtomy H&E staining and quality control on human and/or animal tissue samples.
Consistently generate high-quality histological slides.
Develop troubleshoot and execute complex staining protocols for single and multiplex immunohistochemical and in situ hybridization techniques.
Consult relevant literature to understand the scientific purpose of assignments and contribute primarily through laboratory activities.
Learn and effectively implement new experimental protocols and techniques in collaboration with pathologists to address scientific questions.
Maintain and optimize laboratory equipment operations supplies and reagents for efficient workflow.
Analyze interpret and evaluate results at each tissue processing step to ensure quality control and promptly recognize and report any experimental variances.
Prepare section and stain Tissue Microarray blocks.
Operate whole slide scanners to create and manage digital whole slide images.

Qualifications :

Basic Qualifications:

Bachelors Degree with typically 3 or more years experience OR Masters Degree (no additional experience)
HT (ASCP) certification preferred though candidates with strong biology skills and a willingness to learn may be considered.

Preferred Qualifications:

Histotechnologist (HT) certification preferred with or without QIHC qualification.
Experience in immunohistochemistry (IHC).
Experience with in situ hybridization (ISH) preferred.
Applicable animal experience desired.
Ideally 3 or more years of experience within a histology or pathology laboratory in a GLP pharmaceutical company CRO hospital or diagnostic setting.

Other Desirable Attributes:

Well organized
Self-motivated
Detail oriented
Ability to work and effectively communicate within a team environment
Ability to handle multiple projects simultaneously
Delivers timely and high-quality results
Excellent oral and written communication skills
Highly motivated
Enthusiastic
Independent analytical thinker

Additional Information :

Applicable only to applicants applying to a position in any location with pay disclosure requirements under state or local law:

The compensation range described below is the range of possible base pay compensation that the Company believes in good faith it will pay for this role at the time of this posting based on the job grade for this position. Individual compensation paid within this range will depend on many factors including geographic location and we may ultimately pay more or less than the posted range. This range may be modified in the future.
We offer a comprehensive package of benefits including paid time off (vacation holidays sick) medical/dental/vision insurance and 401(k) to eligible employees.
This job is eligible to participate in our short-term incentive programs.

AbbVie is an equal opportunity employer and is committed to operating with integrity driving innovation transforming lives and serving our community. Equal Opportunity Employer/Veterans/Disabled.

US & Puerto Rico only - to learn more visit & Puerto Rico applicants seeking a reasonable accommodation click here to learn more:

Work :

Employment Type :

Full-time

Key Skills

Laboratory Experience
ELISA
Immunoassays
Transfection
Mammalian Cell Culture
Suspension Experience
Biochemistry
Assays
cGMP
Cell Culture
Molecular Biology
Flow Cytometry

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