Histology Scientist II

Position Title: Analyst II
Business Title: Histology Scientist II
Entity: Consumer Products Services Division
Department: ATL

Location: Indianapolis, IN
Reports to (N+1): Manager
FLSA: Non-Exempt

Compensation Range: $26.00 - $28.00 per hour ( e.g., the job posting is not necessarily reflective of actual compensation that may be earned, and actual compensation is subject to variation due to such factors as locations, education, experience, and skillset).

Hours Worked: Typically, Monday through Friday, forty-hours per week. However, must be flexible to meet the needs of the department and complete other projects as assigned.

Position Summary:

The Histology Scientist is responsible for helping to develop innovative, game-changing therapies for the treatment of neuro-pain diseases and their associated complications through animal tissue histology and tissue dissection imaging techniques and presenting analyzed results.

Duties and Responsibilities:

Perform animal tissue dissection, basic trimming, and fixation
Prepare frozen tissue or formalin fixation paraffin embedding
Perform tissue microtomy and cryotomy using a vibratome and cryostat
Prepare, organize, and ship specimens
Performs testing independently and with limited to no supervision from management.
Identify, troubleshoot and provide suggested technical solutions to clients and management.
Prepare written technical reports.
Perform basic data analysis as assigned
Assist with training
Comply with clients and Bureau Veritas Consumer Products Services, Inc management systems in accordance with appropriate regulatory agencies.
Follows the guidelines set forth by clients and the Bureau Veritas Consumer Products Services, Inc Quality Manual and Safety / Chemical Hygiene Plan.
Adhere to the requirements of the BV-CPS Quality System.
Other duties as defined by Manager, department needs and workload.

Skills & Proficiencies:

Demonstrated proficiency in histology (RNA scope, immunofluorescence, immunohistochemistry)
Experience and exposure to microscopy
Extensive experience in molecular and biochemistry techniques
Written and verbal communication skills including the ability to communicate effectively in a group setting, with colleagues and clients
Organizational and time management skills
Ability to perform multiple tasks
Ability to organize and prioritize workload to meet or exceed deadlines
Individual and Team work ethic
Proficiency with Windows, Word & Excel
Attention to detail
Positive attitude, self-motivated, high level of engagement
Champions company values including team engagement
Ability to present both facts and recommendations effectively
Technical problem solving and process improvement skills

Education and Experience:

Degree requirement: Bachelor's Degree in Biology or closely related field
Minimum of three (3) years of experience with histology

An equivalent combination of education and experience may be accepted in lieu of above.