Histology Specialist

About the Role: We are looking for a Histology Specialist to be employed at our research facility. The Histology Specialist will be a member of the Pathology team and will, in partnership with pathologists, pathology scientists, pathology technicians, research scientists, study directors and engineers, support medical device research and development. The successful applicant will have demonstrated the ability to be highly competent in performing histology lab procedures and operating/maintaining lab equipment and possess excellent communication and collaboration skills to effectively partner with other associates working in the lab. Attributes of a successful applicant include excellent organizational, time management, communication skills, as well as diligence and attention to not only detail, but also to quality and accuracy.

This role will be located at our facility in Flagstaff, Arizona. Relocation assistance may be available for this position.

Responsibilities:

• Process specimens utilizing various histological and laboratory techniques, including, but not limited to paraffin and resin embedding of specimens, microtomy, routine and special stains, cryosectioning, immunohistochemistry
• Gross in specimens (tissues, devices)
• Operate and maintain laboratory equipment
• Ensure histology laboratory supplies, reagents, and chemicals are properly stocked and stored and order items when needed
• Perform computer data entry, recall, and labeling on laboratory information systems
• Manage the disposal or archiving of specimens
• Support the clinical returns process
• Participate in writing/reviewing/revising standard operating procedures (SOPs) and protocols as needed
• Perform other laboratory and team functions as necessary

Required Qualifications:

• Bachelors degree in biology or other related life sciences
• Histotechnician (HT) or Histotechnologist (HTL) ASCP certification
• Minimum 1 year of demonstrated documentation and data collection experience in a laboratory, clinical or regulated environment
• Strong written and verbal communication skills
• Ability to work independently as well as with a small team
• Demonstrated ability to foster an inclusive environment that engages and empowers fellow associates
• Ability to lift approximately 50lbs independently, and 80lbs with assistance
• Ability to travel 5%

Desired Qualifications:

• Experience working at a contract research organization
• Medical device experience
• Experience in quality systems (GLP/GMP)

What We Offer: Our success is based on the capability and creativity of our Associates, and we are proud to offer a comprehensive and competitive total rewards program that supports your everyday and helps you build your tomorrow.

We provide benefits that offer choice and flexibility and promote overall well-being. And in keeping with our belief that every Associate should share in the collective success of the enterprise; we provide a distinctive Associate Stock Ownership Plan in each country as well as potential opportunities for "profit-sharing". Learn more at gore.com/careers/benefits

We believe in the strength of a diverse and inclusive workplace. With diverse perspectives, ideas and experiences, we uncover new possibilities and make a greater impact in the world. We are proud of Associates for building on our rich history of innovation, upholding our values and supporting an inclusive work environment where we treat each other and our external partners with fairness, dignity and respect.

Gore is an equal opportunity employer. We welcome all applications irrespective of race, color, religion, sex, gender, national origin, ancestry, age, status as a qualified individual with a disability, genetic information, pregnancy status, medical condition, marital status, sexual orientation, status as a covered veteran, gender identity and expression, and any other characteristic protected by applicable laws and regulations.

Gore is committed to a drug-free workplace. All employment is contingent upon successful completion of drug and background screening. Gore will consider qualified applicants with criminal histories, e.g., arrest and conviction records, in a manner consistent with the requirements of applicable laws.

Gore requires all applicants to be eligible to work within the U.S. Gore generally will not sponsor visas unless otherwise noted on the position description.

Our Talent Acquisition Team welcomes your questions at gore.com/careers/contact