Histotechnologist I Job at Exact Sciences (Redwood City)

Histotechnologist I

Exact Sciences

Location:
United States , Redwood City

Category:
Health and Beauty

Contract Type:
Not provided

Salary:

60000.00 - 106000.00 USD / Year

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Job Description:

The Histotechnologist I will perform skilled and accurate cutting on patient specimens under supervision, interact with sending sites and ordering physicians, perform quality control and specimen-related checks, and comply with all applicable local, state, and federal laboratory requirements.

Job Responsibility:

Maintain stringent standards for quality to identify any issues that might adversely impact the quality of test results and/or employee safety
Communicate issues to the appropriate management representatives to ensure prompt resolution, as needed
Perform routine and non-routine activities involved in histology, to include sectioning and hematoxylin and eosin (H&E) staining under supervision
Perform macro-dissection of samples under supervision
Monitor and process workflow queues
Prepare reagents, solutions, and controls
Perform and document equipment maintenance and calibration
Assist in sample returns, as needed
Interact with internal pathologists, internal associates, and external customers in accordance with Exact Sciences’ standard operating procedures (SOP’s) to ensure specimens are processed in a timely manner with high quality
Process specimens for research and development sponsored studies
Assist in the identification of opportunities for process improvements for Exact Sciences’ histopathology
Assist in workflow, protocol, and related SOP development
Assist in equipment specification, installation, and maintenance
Provide guidance and training to research and development (R&D) staff relating to histopathology
Provide summary reports on process metrics, as needed
Contribute to corporate strategy for inspection preparation or additional regulatory approval relating to Exact Sciences histopathology
Assist in running projects for development of Exact Sciences histopathology around new product services and processes
Participate in tactical development projects, as needed
Ability to integrate and apply feedback in a professional manner
Ability to prioritize and drive results with a high emphasis on quality
Apply strong attention to detail
Ability to work independently and within a team environment
Apply strong communication skills, both written and verbal
Ability to maintain open communication with internal employees, managers, and customers, as needed
Ability to multi-task and be flexible with tasks and schedules
Strong computer skills
Excellent interpersonal skills
Uphold company mission and values through accountability, innovation, integrity, quality, and teamwork
Support and comply with the company’s Quality Management System policies and procedures
Maintain regular and reliable attendance
Ability to act with an inclusion mindset and model these behaviors for the organization
Ability to work designated schedule
Ability to work overtime, as needed
Ability to work on a mobile device, tablet, or in front of a computer screen and/or perform typing for approximately 75% of a typical working day
Ability to work seated for approximately 75% of a typical working day. Ability to work standing for approximately 25% of a typical working day
Ability to lift up to 25 pounds for approximately 10% of a typical working day
Ability to grasp with both hands
pinch with thumb and forefinger
turn with hand/arm
reach above shoulder height
Ability to comply with any applicable personal protective equipment requirements
Ability to use various types of laboratory equipment, including microscopes, microtomes, blades, strainers, and pipettes for extended periods of time
May perform repetitious actions using lab tools
Ability to use near vision to view samples at close range
May be exposed to hazardous materials, tissue specimens, and instruments with moving parts, lasers, heating and freezing elements, and high-speed centrifugation
Ability and means to travel between Redwood City locations

Requirements:

Associate Degree
2+ years of experience in a histology laboratory with competency in microtomy/cutting, embedding, and routine staining
Demonstrated ability to perform the Essential Duties of the position with or without accommodation
Authorization to work in the United States without sponsorship

Nice to have:

Bachelor’s Degree in Biological Sciences or Life Sciences field
ASCP Board of Certification, to include Histotechnician (HT) American Society for Clinical Pathology (ASCP), or Histotechnologist (HTL) ASCP

What we offer:

paid time off (including days for vacation, holidays, volunteering, and personal time)
paid leave for parents and caregivers
a retirement savings plan
wellness support
health benefits including medical, prescription drug, dental, and vision coverage
bonus eligible

Additional Information:

Job Posted:
March 10, 2026

Employment Type:

Fulltime

Work Type:

On-site work

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Location:
United States , Redwood City

Category:
Health and Beauty

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