Research Associate, Histology

Posted 22 Days Ago
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8 Locations
102K-156K Annually
Mid level
Biotech
The Role
The Research Associate in Histology will handle daily histology operations, such as setting up and breaking down equipment, performing histological techniques, maintaining accurate records, and supporting research activities in a laboratory setting.
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Our Mission

Our mission is to restore cell health and resilience through cell rejuvenation to reverse disease, injury, and the disabilities that can occur throughout life.

For more information, see our website at altoslabs.com.

Our Value

Our Single Altos Value: Everyone Owns Achieving Our Inspiring Mission.

Diversity at Altos

We believe that diverse perspectives are foundational to scientific innovation and inquiry. At Altos, exceptional scientists and industry leaders from around the world work together to advance a shared mission. Our intentional focus is on Belonging, so that all employees know that they are valued for their unique perspectives. We are all accountable for sustaining a diverse and inclusive environment.

What You Will Contribute To Altos

The Science Integration, Innovation and Insights department is looking for a Research Associate, Histology to add to the team.  This hands-on role will provide technical histology support for multidisciplinary teams at the Altos Bay Area Institute.

Responsibilities

  • Be highly involved and responsible for the day-to-day histology operations, including set-up and breakdown of routine histology equipment.
  • Perform microtomy, cryotomy, embedding, manual routine and special histological stains.
  • Support research activities with the supervision of Scientist and Histology Hub Lead.
  • Keep accurate records in inventory and sample tracking software systems.
  • Operate laboratory equipment, prepare reagents, perform experimental procedures, record and consolidate research data, and execute planned research activities using observation, measurement, and analytical techniques.
  • Practice and follow safe laboratory procedures set by Altos.

Who You AreMinimum Qualifications

  • Bachelors or Masters in a related field such as Biology, Life Sciences.
  • The ideal candidate will have 3-5 years of experience in industry or academia, with 2-3 years’ experience with standard histology techniques.
  • Extensive knowledge in the processing of human and laboratory animal tissues.
  • Expertise with a wide variety of histology staining procedures.
  • Flexible and able to adapt to changing priorities and problem solving to improve operational workflow
  • Ability to multitask and work across multiple projects simultaneously.
  • Highly organized and self-motivated.
  • Demonstrate excellent written and verbal communication skills.

Preferred Qualifications

  • HT or HTL (ASCP) certified
  • Knowledge and experience of immunohistochemistry techniques and other methods of tissue-based expression analysis. e.g. in-situ hybridization.
  • Using automated slide scanning to capture digital brightfield and fluorescence slide images.
  • High level of computer literacy to maintain electronic records.
  • Strong communication skills, with proven ability to work with diverse and cross-functional teams.

Seeking location San Francisco Bay Area candidates only.

The salary range for Redwood City, CA:

  • Research Associate II: $102,000 - $138,000
  • Senior Research Associate: $115,600 - $156,400

Exact compensation may vary based on skills, experience, and location.


For UK applicants, before submitting your application:

- Please click here to read the Altos Labs EU and UK Applicant Privacy Notice (bit.ly/eu_uk_privacy_notice)
- This Privacy Notice is not a contract, express or implied and it does not set terms or conditions of employment.

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What We Want You To Know

We are a culture of collaboration and scientific excellence, and we believe in the values of inclusion and belonging to inspire innovation.

Altos Labs provides equal employment opportunities to all employees and applicants for employment and prohibits discrimination and harassment of any type without regard to race, color, religion, age, sex, national origin, disability status, genetics, protected veteran status, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, or any other characteristic protected by federal, state or local laws. 

This policy applies to all terms and conditions of employment, including recruiting, hiring, placement, promotion, termination, layoff, recall, transfer, leaves of absence, compensation and training. 

Altos currently requires all employees to be fully vaccinated against COVID-19, subject to legally required exemptions (e.g., due to a medical condition or sincerely-held religious belief).

Thank you for your interest in Altos Labs where we strive for a culture of scientific excellence, learning, and belonging.

Note: Altos Labs will not ask you to download a messaging app for an interview or outlay your own money to get started as an employee. If this sounds like your interaction with people claiming to be with Altos, it is not legitimate and has nothing to do with Altos. Learn more about a common job scam at https://www.linkedin.com/pulse/how-spot-avoid-online-job-scams-biron-clark/

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Histology
The Company
Bay Area, CA
280 Employees
On-site Workplace

What We Do

Altos Labs™ is a biotechnology company focused on cellular rejuvenation programming to restore cell health and resilience, with the goal of reversing disease to transform medicine. The company comprises a community of leading scientists, clinicians, and leaders from both academia and industry working together towards this common mission.

Altos has operations in the San Francisco Bay Area and San Diego, and in Cambridge, UK, with significant collaborations in Japan.

Note: Altos Labs will not ask you to download a messaging app for an interview or outlay your own money to get started as an employee. If this sounds like your interaction with people claiming to be with Altos, it is not legitimate and has nothing to do with Altos.

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