The Histology Manager is responsible for providing leadership, training,
project management, client communication, and general oversight of daily
histology operations, with direct management over appointed personnel. This
role ensures efficient workflow, compliance with standard operating
procedures (SOPs), and alignment with company objectives.
Additionally, the Histology Manager fosters a culture of accountability,
collaboration, and continuous improvement while driving team performance and
enThis position could be offered at different levels for candidates who qualify
with a combination of advanced levels of education and/or years of
experience. This is a salaried position ranging from $92,000 - $110,000.Responsibilities and Duties
Corporate
Follow SOPs and other applicable laboratory or company procedures
Maintain confidential information consistent with Inotiv corporate policy
Demonstrate Inotiv Core Values
Deliver excellent client experiences
Provide insightful problem solving
Always do the right thing
Be humbly confident
Get it doneLeadership and Management
Oversee and manage the daily performance and development of the histology
team
Set clear goals and expectations for team members, ensuring alignment with
department and company objectives
Conduct 1:1 reviews, provide constructive feedback, and implement
development plans
Foster a team-oriented environment that encourages collaboration,
communication, and accountability
Identify staffing needs and assist in recruiting, hiring, and onboarding
new team members
Address personnel issues, including conflict resolution, disciplinary
actions, and employee concerns
Encourage process improvement initiatives and ensure team alignment with
evolving best practices
Ability and willingness to collaborate with Histology team Director, team
lead and other department headsGeneral
Interact with clients, employees, and the community in a professional manner
Support and participate in company initiatives
Perform other duties as assignedSpecific
Mastery level in the processing of tissue samples according to laboratory
protocols
Mastery level in the skill of embedding tissue into paraffin blocks
Mastery level in microtomy and ability to generate quality tissue sections
and mount tissue on glass slides
Examine blocks and or slides to identify anatomical landmarks
macroscopically or microscopically to ensure tissue preparation meets
laboratory requirements
Proficient to mastery level of knowledge in alternate histology techniques
(examples might include cryosectioning)
Ensure proper functioning and maintenance of all laboratory equipment
Document and maintain study records to comply with appropriate company and
regulatory requirementsHistology Project Management
Serve as a Subject Matter Expert (SME) for study design, quotes and
scopes of work.
Oversee SOP creation, review and revision
Manage workflow by adding new work to the WIP queue, updating
Smartsheets, and prioritizing deadline-driven studies
Sign off in ESM, Smartsheets and appropriate servers, ensuring updates
are accurately maintained
Oversee the thorough completion and quality control (QC) of study
documentation, including wet signatures
Prepare and apply company labels for all study-related materials
Ensure the proper transfer of materials from Histology to designated
departments/locationsHistology Duties
Manage equipment use and maintenance, including PM maintenance,
troubleshooting, oversight and documentation compliance for:
Coverslipper
Slide and Cassette printers
Microtomes/Cryostats and Processors
Scale/balances and pH meter
Slide stainers
Refrigerators and Freezers
Serve as the primary contact for service technicians regarding preventative
maintenance and troubleshooting
Ensure cleanliness and organization of the histology laboratory
Act as the liaison for M DI, Clean Harbors, Ecocyle and other necessary
vendorsPosition Requirements
Education and experience
Have a minimum of 3 years of relevant industry experience.
Have a minimum of 3 years direct supervisory/managerial experience.
Certified Histology Technician HT or HTL(ASCP).
Associates or B.S./B.A. in related scientific field from an accredited
college/university.
Required experience must also reflect the Skills and Responsibilities
outlined below.