Job Description

Job Title: Histotechnician
Location: Ridgefield, CT
Type: Contract
Compensation: $43-$48.57
Contractor Work Model: Onsite – onsite
Hours: 40.0

Overview

Leading pharmaceutical company looking for an experienced Histotechnician. Ideal candidates should have a bachelors degree and experience with FFPE tissue processing, embedding, and sectioning in TMA formats.

Responsibilities

• Perform tissue fixation, processing, and embedding of biological specimens
• Section tissues using microtomy techniques to prepare high-quality slides
• Conduct routine, special staining, and IHC/IF procedures
• Operate and maintain laboratory equipment, including whole slide scanners
• Ensure quality control and accurate documentation of laboratory procedures
• Collaborate with pathologists and research scientists to support ongoing projects

• Microtomy skill with experience in FFPE tissue block sectioning (skin required)
• Experience with FFPE tissue processing, embedding, and sectioning in TMA formats
• Bachelor's degree in histotechnology or a related field
• ASCP certification as a Histotechnician (HT) or Histotechnologist (HTL), or eligibility to obtain certification
• Proficiency in microtomy, tissue processing, embedding, and staining techniques
• Strong understanding of laboratory safety protocols and regulatory compliance
• Exceptional attention to detail, manual dexterity, and organizational skills
• Excellent time-management and interpersonal skills
• Ability to work efficiently in a fast-paced, high-volume laboratory environment

System One, and its subsidiaries including Joulé and Mountain Ltd., are leaders in delivering outsourced services and workforce solutions across North America. We help clients get work done more efficiently and economically, without compromising quality. System One not only serves as a valued partner for our clients, but we offer eligible employees health and welfare benefits coverage options including medical, dental, vision, spending accounts, life insurance, voluntary plans, as well as participation in a 401(k) plan.

System One is an Equal Opportunity Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex (including pregnancy, childbirth, or related medical conditions), sexual orientation, gender identity, age, national origin, disability, family care or medical leave status, genetic information, veteran status, marital status, or any other characteristic protected by applicable federal, state, or local law.

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