Histotechnologist

University of North Carolina at Chapel Hill, United States

Updated: 2 months ago
Location: Chapel Hill, NORTH CAROLINA
Job Type: FullTime
Deadline: 01 Mar 2024

Posting Information
Posting Information


Department Pathology Lab Med - Nephropath-413803
Career Area Research Professionals
Is this an internal only recruitment? No
Posting Open Date 02/12/2024
Application Deadline 03/01/2024
Position Type Permanent Staff (SHRA)
Position Title Medical Lab Tech/Specialist - Journey
Salary Grade Equivalent GN11
Working Title Histotechnologist
Position Number 00054807
Vacancy ID P018686
Full-time/Part-time Permanent/Time-Limited Full-Time Permanent
If time-limited, estimated duration of appointment
Hours per week 40
Work Schedule
Monday – Friday, 8am – 5pm
Work Location Chapel Hill, NC
Position Location North Carolina, US
Hiring Range $51,898 - $66,315
Pay Band Information
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Position Summary Information


Be a Tar Heel!
A global higher education leader in innovative teaching, research and public service, the University of North Carolina at Chapel Hill consistently ranks as one of the nation’s top public universities . Known for its beautiful campus, world-class medical care, commitment to the arts and top athletic programs, Carolina is an ideal place to teach, work and learn.
One of the best college towns and best places to live in the United States, Chapel Hill has diverse social, cultural, recreation and professional opportunities that span the campus and community.
University employees can choose from a wide range of professional training opportunities for career growth, skill development and lifelong learning and enjoy exclusive perks for numerous retail, restaurant and performing arts discounts, savings on local child care centers and special rates on select campus events. UNC-Chapel Hill offers full-time employees a comprehensive benefits package , paid leave, and a variety of health, life and retirement plans and additional programs that support a healthy work/life balance.
Primary Purpose of Organizational Unit
The UNC School of Medicine has a rich tradition of excellence and care. Our mission is to improve the health and wellbeing of North Carolinians, and others whom we serve. We accomplish this by providing leadership and excellence in the interrelated areas of patient care, education, and research. We strive to promote faculty, staff, and learner development in a diverse, respectful environment where our colleagues demonstrate professionalism, enhance learning, and create personal and professional sustainability. We optimize our partnership with the UNC Health System through close collaboration and commitment to service.
OUR VISION
Our vision is to be the nation’s leading public school of medicine. We are ranked 2nd in primary care education among all US schools of medicine and 5th among public peers in NIH research funding. Our Allied Health Department is home to five top-ranked divisions, and we are home to 18 top-ranked clinical and basic science departments in NIH research funding.
OUR MISSION
Our mission is to improve the health and well-being of North Carolinians and others whom we serve. We accomplish this by providing leadership and excellence in the interrelated areas of patient care, education, and research.
Patient Care: We will promote health and provide superb clinical care while maintaining our strong tradition of reaching underserved populations and reducing health disparities across North Carolina and beyond.
Education: We will prepare tomorrow’s health care professionals and biomedical researchers by facilitating learning within innovative curricula and team-oriented interprofessional education. We will cultivate outstanding teaching and research faculty, and we will recruit outstanding students and trainees from highly diverse backgrounds to create a socially responsible, highly skilled workforce.
Research: We will develop and support a rich array of outstanding health sciences research programs, centers, and resources. We will provide infrastructure and opportunities for collaboration among disciplines throughout and beyond our University to support outstanding research. We will foster programs in the areas of basic, translational, mechanistic, and population research.
Position Summary
The technologist will have the primary purpose of performing diagnostic laboratory procedures on tissue specimens obtained from patients with renal disease (light microscopy, immunofluorescence microscopy, electron microscopy) The technologist is responsible for processing, embedding, sectioning, staining and storage/retrieval of samples submitted for diagnostic testing, mainly microscopy. The technologist will establish staining protocols. Job duties include cross-training in all histological techniques used by the laboratory including, but not limited to, light, electron and immunofluorescence microscopy techniques and immunohistological methodologies. The technologist assists with other duties, such as, general laboratory maintenance, according to UNC-CH, SOM, OSHA, and other regulatory bodies, maintaining logs and laboratory operating manuals, ordering supplies and appropriately managing laboratory waste. The technologist will participate in training activities and serve as a technical resource for residents/fellows, graduate students, new staff and other scientists seeking knowledge of histologic procedures. 
Work will additionally require participation in evaluating new methods, kits, procedures and equipment as well as quality assessment activities such as monitoring equipment, quality control and proficiency testing. This will include quality improvement activities and health and safety oversight for laboratory microscopy services. These responsibilities require a high degree of technical and organizational ability, and a solid educational background in biological sciences. The technologist will also participate in various experimental studies and will provide technical help and input as needed. Work is supervised by higher level medical laboratory personnel and the director of the division.
Minimum Education and Experience Requirements
Bachelor’s degree in medical technology, chemistry, or a biological science; or equivalent combination of training and experience. Some positions may require compliance with current Clinical Laboratory Improvement Amendments (CLIA) regulations.
Required Qualifications, Competencies, and Experience
Histotechnologist knowledge should include: microtomy, pipetting, microscopy, basic statistical analysis, computer applications and databases (Microsoft Office Excel), preparation of specimens for microscopic procedures including light, immunofluorescence, immunohistochemistry and some electron microscopy.
Able to work independently and collaboratively with other lab technical personnel, fellows and faculty, have attention to detail and be able to maintain laboratory equipment logs, supplies, specimen records, records of quality assurance, laboratory SOPs and follow patient record confidentiality.
Must be comfortable training students and technicians on laboratory techniques and safety processes.
Preferred Qualifications, Competencies, and Experience
Certification as an HTL or HT .
Required Licenses/Certifications
Special Physical/Mental Requirements
Campus Security Authority Responsibilities
Not Applicable.
Position/Schedule Requirements Evening work occasionally, Exposure to Bloodborne Pathogens, Laboratory, Overtime occasionally
Special Instructions
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Contact Information


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Equal Opportunity Employer Statement
The University of North Carolina at Chapel Hill is an equal opportunity and affirmative action employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to age, color, disability, gender, gender expression, gender identity, genetic information, race, national origin, religion, sex, sexual orientation, or status as a protected veteran.

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