Biorepository Histotechnologist I

The Opportunity
This position works out of our Redwood City location in the Cancer Diagnostics Division.

As the Biorepository Histotechnologist I youll be responsible for performing histology services and operational activities in support of clinical trials research & development requests process improvement studies and other tissue-focused initiatives that fall outside the scope of the commercial laboratory space. This position requires strong communication organizational and technical skills to thrive in a fast-paced environment focused on the delivery of high-quality sample services.

Essential Duties Include but are not limited to the following:

• Receive sample shipments make initial quality assessments and complete accessioning workflows.

• Perform high-quality routine histology activities in accordance with established policies and procedures including tissue slide labeling sectioning mounting staining and cover slipping.

• Perform macro-dissection of unstained tissue sections in accordance with markings provided by pathologists.

• Assist in maintaining a well-organized physical inventory of samples.

• Support digital pathology activities as needed.

• Assist in sample retrievals and send outs.

• Monitor the teams service request / workflow queue; prioritize and execute tasks independently or with minimal supervision to achieve deliverables.

• Collaborate with internal pathologists supporting departments cross-functional study team members and external stakeholders to ensure sample requests / workflows are supported in a timely manner.

• Maintain stringent standards for quality identify issues that might adversely impact sample quality and future test results and promptly communicate issues to leadership as necessary for resolution.

• Assist in equipment specification installation and maintenance.

• Ensure lab supplies are well organized and appropriately stocked.

• Assist in workflow protocol and related SOP development.

• Assist in the identification of continuous improvement opportunities for Abbotts Biorepository and histopathology functions.

• Provide guidance and education to customers and stakeholders related to histology.

• Maintain and report out on service support metrics as needed.

• Ability to integrate and apply feedback in a professional manner.

• A passion to learn new techniques and grow professionally.

• Ability to prioritize and drive results with a high emphasis on quality.

• Apply strong attention to detail.

• Ability to work independently and within a matrixed team environment.

• Apply strong verbal and written communication skills.

• Ability to maintain open communication with team members cross-functional partners and internal / external customers.

• Ability to multi-task and be flexible with tasks and schedules.

• Strong computer skills.

• Excellent interpersonal skills and a customer service mindset.

• Uphold company mission and values through accountability innovation integrity quality and teamwork.

• Support and comply with the companys Quality Management System policies and procedures.

• Maintain regular and reliable attendance.

• Ability to act with an inclusion mindset and model these behaviors for the organization.

• Ability to work designated schedule.

• Ability to work overtime as needed.

• Ability to work seated for approximately 75% of a typical working day. Ability to work standing for approximately 25% of a typical working day.

• Ability to lift up to 25 pounds for approximately 5% of a typical working day.

• Ability to grasp with both hands; pinch with thumb and forefinger; turn with hand/arm; reach above shoulder height.

• Ability to comply with any applicable personal protective equipment requirements.

• Ability to use various types of laboratory equipment; including microscopes microtomes blades strainers and pipettes for extended periods of time.

• May perform repetitious actions using lab tools.

• Ability to use near vision to view samples at close range.

• May be exposed to hazardous materials tissue specimens and instruments with moving parts lasers heating and freezing elements and high-speed centrifugation.

• Ability and means to travel between local Abbott locations.