Scientific Histology Specialist

Scientific Histology Specialist

Do you want to be part of an inclusive team that works to develop innovative therapies for patients? Every day, we are driven to develop and deliver innovative and effective new medicines to patients and physicians.  If you want to be part of this exciting work, you belong at Astellas!

Astellas Pharma Inc. is a pharmaceutical company conducting business in more than 70 countries around the world. We are committed to turning innovative science into medical solutions that bring value and hope to patients and their families. Keeping our focus on addressing unmet medical needs and conducting our business with ethics and integrity enables us to improve the health of people throughout the world. For more information on Astellas, please visit our website at www.astellas.com.

Purpose and Scope:

The Bioanalytics team is seeking a candidate to support the daily operations of the Histology laboratory at our West Coast Innovation Center (South San Francisco, CA).

Essential Job Responsibilities:

• Process animal tissues for fixed and frozen samples, ensuring high quality preservation.
• Embed, section, and mount tissue for paraffin and frozen samples.
• Perform chromogenic, immunofluorescent (IF), and H&E staining using manual and automated platforms (Leica Bond Rx, HistoCore Spectra, etc.).
• Develop and optimize single and multiplex staining protocols.
• Conduct quality control and maintain detailed records of procedures and results.
• Maintain sample, reagent, and equipment inventories.
• Collaborate with team members, providing technical expertise and troubleshooting support.

Required Qualifications

• BS in Biology or related field (MS preferred) with ≥3 years of histology experience.
• Hands-on experience with trimming, processing, embedding, microtomy/cryotomy, special staining, and IHC (manual and automated).
• Strong communication and teamwork skills, with a proactive approach to delivering high quality work

Preferred Qualifications

• Experience with Olympus VS200 and HALO imaging quantification software.
• Familiarity with Leica Bond, Leica Pegasus, and HistoCore Arcadia platforms.
• Experience with in-situ hybridization (ISH) and quantification techniques.
• Experience in ophthalmology-related research and/or gene therapy studies.

Salary Range:  $79,800 - $125,400(Final compensation will be determined based on a variety of factors, including but not limited to skills, experience and organizational equity considerations)

Benefits:

• Medical, Dental and Vision Insurance
• Generous Paid Time Off options, including Vacation and Sick time, plus national holidays including year-end shut down
• 401(k) match and annual company contribution
• Company paid life insurance
• Annual Corporate Bonus and Quarterly Sales Incentive for eligible positions
• Long Term Incentive Plan for eligible positions
• Company fleet vehicle for eligible positions
• Referral bonus program

All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, sex, color, religion, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, protected veteran status, or on the basis of disability.

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