Histotechnologist I

Tempus AI•Chicago, IL

4d•$34

About The Position

Passionate about precision medicine and advancing the healthcare industry? Recent advancements in underlying technology have finally made it possible for AI to impact clinical care in a meaningful way. Tempus' proprietary platform connects an entire ecosystem of real-world evidence to deliver real-time, actionable insights to physicians, providing critical information about the right treatments for the right patients, at the right time.

Requirements

Associate's or Bachelor's degree
Laboratory knowledge of CAP regulations
Experience with pathology laboratory SOPs and protocols
Comfort with laboratory safety and training
Demonstrates problem solving skills in the laboratory
Good communication and organization skills

Nice To Haves

HT or HTL Certification preferred
Familiarity with Leica automation and associated laboratory software

Responsibilities

Preparation of both unstained and routine hematoxylin and eosin stained slides from formalin fixed paraffin embedded tissue blocks
Maintain laboratory equipment and perform troubleshooting independently
Approach work with safety and diligence and follow safety requirements of the laboratory
Performs routine assignments without specific guidance
Reliably produce quality finished product
Accurate documentation in accordance with standard operating procedures and study protocols
Assist in the development of standard operating procedures for new instruments and products
Collaborate with other members of the Tempus pathology laboratory
Utilize microtome, water bath, automated stainer, automated coverslipper ,and slide printer
Collaborate with in-house pathologists for slide quality review
Ability to use cryostat, tissue processors and stainers