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Posted August 18, 2026
Texas Tech University Health Sciences Center (Staff)

Histologic Assistant

Lubbock, Texas, United States Full Time
Reference: 45813BR

Position Description

This position is responsible for providing technical support in the histology laboratory to include receiving and handling of diagnostic patient tissue samples. Receives and accessions gross tissue specimens and prepares for analysis. Performs frozen sectioning of fresh tissue and decalcifies bone specimens. Sorts and discards unused tissue samples. Maintains laboratory equipment. Prepares fixative and reagents and recycles used reagents. Maintains documentation procedures that are required to insure quality and continuity of laboratory work. Specimen collection; tissue embedding; microtomy; routine H&E staining; slide coverslipping; tissue processing; performing special stains and immunohistochemistry staining; computer entry. Maintains documentation procedures that are required to insure quality and continuity of Laboratory work. Maintains accurate filing of paraffin blocks and slides for later retrieval. Adheres to the Institutional and departmental safety polices.

Department

Pathology Dept Lbk Genl

Major/Essential Functions

  • Operate and maintain a variety of laboratory instrumentation including surgical instruments (scapels, forceps, etc.), tissue processors, and chemical recylclers.
  • Accesions daily pathology cases into Epic System.
  • Accessions and processes dermatology and surgical specimens.
  • Provides clerical assistance.


Required Qualifications

High School Diploma. College course work in chemistry and/or biology preferred. Some course work in histology preferred.

Preferred Qualifications

Some course work in histology preferred.

EEO Statement

All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, age, disability, genetic information or status as a protected veteran.

Jeanne Clery Act

The Jeanne Clery Disclosure of Campus Security Policy and Campus Crime Statistics Act is a federal statute requiring colleges and universities participating in federal financial aid programs to maintain and disclose campus crime statistics and security information. By October 1 of each year, institutions must publish and distribute their Annual Campus Security Policy & Crime Statistics Report (ASR) to current and prospective students and employees. To view this report, visit the TTUHSC Clery Act website at https://www.ttuhsc.edu/compliance/clery-report.aspx.

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