Job Title: IHC Technician / Supervisor

Work Location: Montgomery County, Maryland

Summary:

Seeking an experienced professional to perform and oversee immunohistochemical (IHC) and core histology procedures, ensuring high-quality slide preparation and laboratory workflow in a regulated environment. This role involves both hands-on technical work and, at the supervisor level, leadership responsibilities within the laboratory.

Responsibilities:

• Conduct immunohistochemical staining on various tissue types using both manual and automated platforms, ensuring optimal results.
• Prepare and process animal and human tissue slides for evaluation by scientific and pathology staff.
• Execute core histology techniques, including embedding, microtomy, cryosectioning, and both routine and special staining procedures.
• Optimize and troubleshoot antibodies, reagents, and protocols to support research and nonclinical studies.
• Independently manage routine assignments, producing slides that meet established quality standards.
• Document all laboratory procedures in compliance with SOPs, study protocols, and GLP guidelines.
• Maintain, operate, and troubleshoot laboratory equipment such as microscopes, cryostats, tissue processors, and stainers.
• Oversee specimen receipt, accessioning, tracking, and handling, while ensuring adherence to laboratory safety protocols.

Qualifications:

• Associate's degree in histotechnology, biology, or a related science required; Bachelor's degree preferred.
• HT (ASCP) Histotechnician certification and IHC qualification preferred.
• Hands-on IHC experience in a research, preclinical, or nonclinical laboratory setting.
• Proficiency in paraffin and frozen sectioning, embedding, and routine histology staining.
• Familiarity with GLP guidelines and SOP-driven documentation practices.
• Strong computer skills, including record keeping and MS Office; experience with Ventana IHC automation preferred.
• For Technician level: Minimum 3 years of hands-on histology and IHC experience.
• For Supervisor level: Minimum 5 years of histology and IHC experience, including 1–2 years of staff leadership or training experience. Additional responsibilities include overseeing lab workflow, training staff, updating SOPs, and serving as a technical point of contact.

Published Category: Discovery Research & Preclinical