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Duration: 6 months contract

Description:

+ We are seeking an individual who will perform routine **single plex and multiplex immunohistochemistry** in **drug discovery programs** . The successful candidate will work in a group providing research support in **target validation, target distribution, animal model development, pharmacology, and exploratory safety studies** . Being detailed oriented is critical to this role.

Responsibilities:

+ Specific activities will include immunohistochemistry performed on the Leica Bond Rx platform therefore, familiarity with this technology is important.

+ Exposure to multiplex using the Lumiphores COMET platform will be available.

+ Additional tasks include using computer-based laboratory tracking system (Sample Manager), Dream Path, interaction with study pathologists and project teams as well as inclusion in a highly dynamic, motivated team of immunohistochemistry scientists and histotechnologists.

+ The candidate must be comfortable working independently after a thorough period of training and onboarding as well as the ability to prioritize workload to manage several tasks.

+ If you are willing to work as part of a multidisciplinary research team in an exciting, friendly, fast-paced environment, please consider joining our team.

Top skill requirements:

+ **Immunohistochemistry** experience acquired at **pharmaceutical, CRO or biotechnology** **company** .

+ Working knowledge of performing **IHS** and in situ hybridization ( **ISH** ) on the **Leica Bond Rx** .

+ Team-oriented.

Preferred skills:

+ Qualification in **IHC (QIHC)** preferred but not required.

+ Working knowledge of the **Leica Bond Rx IHC** platform.

+ Ability to **troubleshoot IHC** .

+ Ideally 3-5 years of experience within a **histology/ pathology** laboratory.

Other Desirable Attributes:

+ Well organized.

+ Attention to detail.

+ Adherence to established protocols and laboratory documentation requirements.

+ Ability to work and effectively communicate within a team environment.

+ Ability to handle multiple projects simultaneously.

+ Delivery of high-quality, timely results.

+ Communication skills.

+ Enthusiastic.

+ Independent, analytical, innovative thinker.

+ Proficiency with MS Office-Excel, OneNote.

Significant Work Activities and Conditions:

+ Continuous standing for prolonged periods (more than 2 consecutive hours in an 8-hour day).

+ Routine work with chemicals.

Education:

+ B.S. or B.A. in Biology, Chemistry or a related field.

About US Tech Solutions:

US Tech Solutions is a global staff augmentation firm providing a wide range of talent on-demand and total workforce solutions. To know more about US Tech Solutions, please visit www.ustechsolutions.com (http://www.ustechsolutionsinc.com) .

US Tech Solutions is an Equal Opportunity Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, or status as a protected veteran.