100 Research Dr. Worcester, MA 01605 US
Posted: 11/10/2025 2025-11-10 2025-12-11 Employment Type: Contract Job Category: Scientific Job Number: 623797 Is job remote?: No Country: United States
Target PR Range: 37-47/hr
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. 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!
Basic Qualifications:
B.S./B.A. in Biology/Chemistry or related field
Microsoft office skills
Preferred Qualifications:
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
Excellent oral and written 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
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