Date Posted: 11/11/2025
Hiring Organization: Rose International
Position Number: 491282
Industry: Biotech/Healthcare
Job Title: Research Associate
Job Location: Foster City, CA, USA, 94404
Work Model: Onsite
Employment Type: Temporary
FT/PT: Full-Time
Estimated Duration (In months): 13
Min Hourly Rate ($): 40.00
Max Hourly Rate ($): 52.00
Must Have Skills/Attributes: Analytical Skills, Inventory Management, Quality Control (QC)
Experience Desired: Expertise in Advanced Histology Techniques and Equipment (5 yrs); Strong Quality Control and Lab Management Experience (5 yrs)
Required Minimum Education: Associate degree
Preferred Education: Bachelor’s Degree
Preferred Certifications/Licenses: Histotechnician or Histotechnologist
**C2C is not available**
Job Description
The Pathobiology Lab Operations Group is seeking an experienced Histology Technician to enhance the pathology and translational research efforts. The ideal candidate will bring advanced expertise in histological procedures, including tissue processing, staining techniques, and digital pathology, to support our drug development pipeline. This role is crucial for maintaining the laboratory’s high standards, driving excellence in both histology and data management, and delivering exceptional customer service to internal stakeholders.
Required Years of Experience:
• 5+ years of Histology experience
Required Degree or Certification:
• Certification as a Histotechnician or Histotechnologist by the American Society for Clinical Pathology OR Associate’s or bachelor’s degree in Histotechnology, Biology, or a related life science field
Top 3 Required Skill Sets:
• Expertise in Advanced Histology Techniques and Equipment
• Strong Quality Control and Lab Management Experience
• Exceptional Analytical Skills and meticulous Attention to Detail
Top 3 Nice to have Skill Sets:
• Experience with Laboratory Information Management Systems (LIMS)
• Knowledge of Sample tracking and Inventory Management
• Strong Problem-Solving Skills with a Proactive Approach
Core Qualifications
• Associate’s or bachelor’s degree in Histotechnology, Biology, Pathology, or a related Life Science field.
• Certification as a Histotechnician (HT) or Histotechnologist (HTL) by the American Society for Clinical Pathology (ASCP).
• A minimum of 5 years of relevant histology experience
• Exceptional professionalism, interpersonal skills, and commitment to customer satisfaction.
• Strong analytical, problem-solving, and critical thinking skills.
• Detail-oriented with excellent record-keeping abilities.
• Adaptable and proficient in learning new processes and technologies.
Preferred Qualifications
• Experience with Laboratory Information Management Systems (LIMS)
• Knowledge of sample tracking and inventory management
• Strategic problem-solving skills and a proactive approach to operational improvements.
• Good visual acuity and ability to lift to 40 pounds.
What You Will Be Doing
• Oversee tissue processing, embedding, sectioning, staining, and high-resolution scanning, ensuring high-quality specimen preparation and accurate digital capture.
• Manage histology requests from receipt to completion, providing timely communication, insightful feedback, and outstanding customer service.
• Oversee samples management logistics for clinical and non-clinical samples, ensuring compliance with protocols.
• Implement QC measures for histological integrity, covering equipment upkeep, standard practices, accurate sample handling, issue resolution, and data accuracy checks.
• Provide guidance and support to R&D scientists on histology techniques and upholding laboratory safety, regulatory compliance, and service excellence.
Unique Selling Point of this role:
This contract Histology Technician role offers the chance to support cutting-edge drug development through specialized tasks in research pathology. While the role focuses on technical expertise, you’ll be contributing to specific projects that benefit from your skills, working within a dynamic and innovative team. It’s a great opportunity to expand your knowledge of research pathology and see how your work fits into the larger picture of drug discovery.
**Only those lawfully authorized to work in the designated country associated with the position will be considered. **
**Please note that all Position start dates and duration are estimates and may be reduced or lengthened based upon a client’s business needs and requirements. **
Benefits:
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