Posted in Health Care 30+ days ago.
Type: Full-Time
This position will adhere to relevant regulatory requirements and company Standard Operating Procedures (SOPs) as appropriate.
Primary duties/responsibilities:
Under general guidance, executes experiments and communicates results as part of multi-disciplinary team(s).
Carries out grossing, orienting, and cryo-embedding research tissues
Maintain diagnostic viability of all specimens received and ensure correct labeling of all materials
Responsible for cryo-sectioning and thaw-mounting fresh frozen tissues
Perform rapid H&E or Cresyl Violet staining to quickly assess tissue coordinates and architecture
Prepare and maintain tissue fixatives and reagents/solutions for staining of tissue sections
Conduct IHC, ICC, and IF to determine the localization of biomarkers and/or pharmacological targets
Keep records of laboratory protocols and maintenance of equipment in an ELN
Demonstrates compliance with corporate, departmental, and job-specific requirements
KNOWLEDGE/SKILLS/ABILITIES REQUIRED
Hands on experience with cryo-sectioning and staining tissues
Skilled at cryo-sectioning and thaw mounting fresh frozen tissues
Experience with tissue and/or cell staining protocols
* Minimum level of education and years of relevant work experience.
Bachelor’s degree in a scientific discipline with atleast 3 years of relevant experience.
* Special knowledge or skills needed and/or licenses or certificates required.
Proficiency with Microsoft Office
Excellent verbal and written communication and skills
Analytical thinker with excellent problem-solving skills and the ability to adapt to changing priorities and deadlines
Excellent planning, organization and time management skills including the ability to support and prioritize multiple projects
*Special knowledge or skills and/or licenses or certificates preferred.
Previous experience with whole-body cryo-sectioning a plus
Working knowledge of sample preparation for imaging mass spectrometry preferred
*Physical requirements (only note if the job requires physical capacity beyond general office work)
Laboratory based position
EEO Statement:
PTC Therapeutics is an equal opportunity employer. We welcome applications from all individuals, regardless of race, color, national origin, gender, age, physical characteristics, social origin, disability, religion, family status, pregnancy, sexual orientation, gender identity, gender expression, disability, veteran status or any unlawful criterion under applicable law. We are committed to treating all applicants fairly and avoiding discrimination.
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