Personalis, Inc
Histotechnician, 2nd Shift (Mon - Fri)
Fremont, CA · Mid · Full-time
Sponsorship not specified$40k-$50kDetected 37 days ago
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About the role
- Personalis is based in Fremont, California.
- The hiring range for this position is $40.00 to $50.00 per hour, which may factor in various geographic regions.
- The base pay actually offered will take into account internal equity and also may vary depending on the candidate's geographic region, job-related knowledge, skills, and experience among other factors.
Responsibilities
- Perform sectioning of tissue using a microtome and mounting on glass slides
- Perform routine staining of tissue sections with automated and/or manual staining techniques
- Perform automated and/or manual coverslipping of slides
- Perform manual and automated macrodissection
- Operate and perform instrument maintenance
- Perform histology lab functions while following laboratory safety and quality policies
- Maintain clean and organized work areas within the laboratory
- We aim to drive a new paradigm for cancer management, guiding care from biopsy through the life of the patient.
- Our highly sensitive assays combine tumor-and-normal profiling with proprietary algorithms to deliver advanced insights even as cancer evolves over time.
- Our products are designed to detect minimal residual disease (MRD) and recurrence at the earliest timepoints, enable selection of targeted therapies based on ultra-comprehensive genomic profiling, and enhance biomarker strategy for drug development.
Requirements
- Minimum of 3+ years experience working in a high-volume histology laboratory performing microtomy of various tissue types, H&E staining, and tissue embedding
- Ability to communicate effectively with excellent interpersonal skills
- Physical demands include stooping, turning, bending, squatting, kneeling, and the ability to lift up to 25 lbs.
Nice to have
- Associate's degree in chemical/physical/biological science or completion of a NAACLS-accredited Histotechnology program
- Bachelor's degree in a laboratory science curriculum preferred
- Experience working in IHC and digital imaging, tissue/tumor identification, and proficiency in reading pathology reports, a plus
Compensation
- The base pay actually offered will take into account internal equity and also may vary depending on the candidate's geographic region, job-related knowledge, skills, and experience among other factors.
Company info
- At Personalis, we are transforming the active management of cancer through breakthrough personalized testing.
- As part of this commitment, Personalis will ensure that persons with disabilities are provided with reasonable accommodations.
- Protecting Our Candidates: At Personalis, we value your security.
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