A Histotechnician/Research Specialist position is open at the School of Medicine in a cutting-edge, high-visibility biomedical research laboratory focusing on Alzheimers Disease and Traumatic Brain Injury, CTE (Chronic Traumatic Encephalopathy). Involvement in a NIH-funded national consortium that focuses on Alzheimer Disease Biology. Main duties include tissue collection and processing, embedding, sectioning (paraffin and cryosectioning), and immunohistochemistry/immunofluorescence staining of rodent and human tissues. Some cross-campus travel will be required.

This position requires independent decision-making and taking action to solve moderately complex problems as well as the ability to recognize factors that affect procedures and results.

The position takes the lead on the histotechnology component of the research. Develops, integrates, and implements advanced techniques related to overarching research goals. Develops and optimizes standard operating protocols and ensures regulatory compliance. In addition to histotechnological works, oversees tissue banking across all projects. Maintains operational performance of complicated instruments. Assists with development of novel bioanalytical techniques. Initiates relationships between research components at BU and other collaborating institutions locally and nationally. The work requires comprehensive knowledge related to the field and the individual will ensure compliance with regulatory standards.

No true supervisory responsibilities but oversees training and supervision of all histopathology and microscopic image acquisition and pathology in the lab.

Required Skills

The applicant should have a bachelors degree with 3-5 years experience (human, rodent) preferred. ASCP certification preferred. Histotech certification is preferred but not required. The applicant should have excellent oral and written English communication skills including standard operating protocol development. The applicant must demonstrate professionalism and must be able to collaborate with researchers and other personnel as a part of research team.

This position values creativity and high-level performance over volume. Competitive salary and benefits commensurate with experience.

Please note all newly hired staff and faculty will need to be in compliance with Boston University’s COVID-19 Vaccination and Booster Requirement within 30 days of date of hire. You must upload your vaccine documentation or request a medical or religious exemption (instructions). For further information on the University’s response to COVID-19, please visit the COVID-19 Resources site.

We are an equal opportunity employer, and all qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, natural or protective hairstyle, religion, sex, age, national origin, physical or mental disability, sexual orientation, gender identity, genetic information, military service, pregnancy or pregnancy-related condition, or because of marital, parental, or veteran status. We are a VEVRAA Federal Contractor.

Required Experience

The applicant should have a bachelors degree with 3-5 years experience (human, rodent) preferred. ASCP certification preferred. Histotech certification is preferred but not required. The applicant should have excellent oral and written English communication skills including standard operating protocol development. The applicant must demonstrate professionalism and must be able to collaborate with researchers and other personnel as a part of research team.

This position values creativity and high-level performance over volume. Competitive salary and benefits commensurate with experience.

Please note all newly hired staff and faculty will need to be in compliance with Boston University’s COVID-19 Vaccination and Booster Requirement within 30 days of date of hire. You must upload your vaccine documentation or request a medical or religious exemption (instructions). For further information on the University’s response to COVID-19, please visit the COVID-19 Resources site.

We are an equal opportunity employer, and all qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, natural or protective hairstyle, religion, sex, age, national origin, physical or mental disability, sexual orientation, gender identity, genetic information, military service, pregnancy or pregnancy-related condition, or because of marital, parental, or veteran status. We are a VEVRAA Federal Contractor.