Translational Pathology Scientist
Gaithersburg, MD 
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Posted 19 days ago
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ESFM

Position Title: [[Biomedical Technician]]

Reports To:

Salary: [[Experienced]]

Pay Grade: [[8]]

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ESFM is the corporate Integrated Facilities Management (IFM) division of Compass Group USA and a Keystone member of the International WELL Building Institute (IWBI).

Rooted in hospitality, ESFM elevates the workplace experience as the single source of innovative FM solutions that ensure a safe, healthy, and sustainable environment. ESFM's clients include many household names from Life Science, Technology, Oil & Gas and Manufacturing markets.

ESFM self-performs 80% of all IFM solutions provided to clients. Their portfolio of service categories includes Environment, Health & Safety, Facilities Maintenance & Engineering, Sustainability, Janitorial & Industrial Cleaning, Laboratory Support and Workplace solutions. This self-performance model creates a consistent hospitality experience for clients, resulting in higher engagement and productivity from their employees.

In 2020, ESFM (formerly Eurest Services) won the George Graves Award for Facility Management Achievement from the International Facilities Management Association (IFMA).

This position is eligible for an Employee Referral Bonus! If you know someone that is qualified for this role, please use the 'job search' in MyOpportunity to refer your referral and email them a link to apply. Your referral will be able to apply by clicking the link in the email then you can check the status under Careers in MyOpportunity by clicking on 'referral tracking.' For Employee Referral guidelines, FAQs and the Compass Employee Referral Policy, email . Click to view the step-by-step instructions to refer a friend to this position.

Job Summary

The Translational Scientist position is a hands-on laboratory position that will broadly support the TransPath portfolio through histology procedures (including but not limited to microtomy, H&E staining), tissue staining (including but not limited to Immunohistochemistry (IHC), immunofluorescence (IF), multiplexed IHC/IF, and in situ hybridization digitization), sample procurement and management, data management and transfer, and compliance support for Good Clinical Practices and Human Biological Specimen.


Major Duties and Responsibilities (including supervising others):

  • Performs routine and non-routine histology including but not limited to paraffin and frozen microtomy and slide staining.
  • Responsible for the correct operation and utilization of lab equipment, and overall state of the shared lab space.
  • Supports and prepares incoming and outgoing human biological sample shipments; supports receipt and visual assessment of tissue specimens to ensure appropriate identification and sample labeling, prepares shipping packages and accurate manifests.
  • Ensures all procedures with research, pre-clinical and clinical human tissue are performed in compliance with company's HBS guidelines.
  • Makes detailed observations, analyzes data, interprets results, and communicates findings to team members in a clear and concise manner. May be asked to present findings at internal and external meetings.
  • Prepares and maintains precise technical summaries, protocols and all appropriate documentation of experiments in laboratory notebooks/electronic laboratory notebooks. Ensures own work, and work of peers, is compliant with Good Laboratory Practice (GLP), Good Clinical Laboratory Practices (GCP), Safety, Health, and Environment standards and all other relevant internal AstraZeneca standards and external regulations.
  • Provides solutions to a variety of problems involving basic scientific principles.
  • Performs other duties as assigned.


Requirements/Qualifications:

Essential for the role:

  • Minimum Bachelors' degree in the biological sciences, clinical laboratory science, medical technology or related discipline
  • 1 year direct experience in a scientific laboratory
  • Proficient in use of relevant computer programs (Microsoft Office, Excel and MS Project)

Desirable for the role:

  • 1 year direct experience with microtomy and histology staining
  • 1 year experience using immunohistochemistry procedures
  • Proficient in use of relevant computer programs (Microsoft Office, Excel and MS Project)

Level of Supervision Required:
Perform job duties with minimal supervision

Apply to ESFM Services today!

ESFM is a member of Compass Group USA

Compass Group is an equal opportunity employer. At Compass, we are committed to treating all Applicants and Associates fairly based on their abilities, achievements, and experience without regard to race, national origin, sex, age, disability, veteran status, sexual orientation, gender identity, or any other classification protected by law.We will consider for employment all qualified applicants, including those with a criminal history (including relevant driving history), in a manner consistent with all applicable federal, state, and local laws, including the City of Los Angeles' Fair Chance Initiative for Hiring Ordinance, the San Francisco Fair Chance Ordinance, and the New York Fair Chance Act. We encourage applicants with a criminal history (and driving history) to apply.

Applications are accepted on an ongoing basis.

Eurest services maintains a drug-free workplace.

Associates at Corporate are offered many fantastic benefits.

  • Medical
  • Dental
  • Vision
  • Life Insurance/ AD
  • Disability Insurance
  • Retirement Plan
  • Paid Time Off
  • Holiday Time Off (varies by site/state)
  • Associate Shopping Program
  • Health and Wellness Programs
  • Discount Marketplace
  • Identity Theft Protection
  • Pet Insurance
  • Commuter Benefits
  • Employee Assistance Program
  • Flexible Spending Accounts (FSAs)

Req ID:1291035

ESFM

Brandy Wilson

 

Job Summary
Company
Start Date
As soon as possible
Employment Term and Type
Regular, Full Time
Required Education
Bachelor's Degree
Required Experience
1+ years
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