Histotechnician

Job Title: Histotechnician
Job Description

We are seeking an efficient Histotechnician to join our rapidly expanding laboratory team. In this role, you will be responsible for sectioning FFPE tissue blocks, embedding tissues in paraffin, and performing additional histology responsibilities. These may include routine staining, biosample storage, and general maintenance of the laboratory area. You will work closely with team members to support data generation and analysis at scale, enabling efficient histology operations.

Responsibilities

• Section FFPE blocks and mount tissue on slides.
• Embed tissues in paraffin.
• Perform routine staining and manage biosample storage.
• Maintain general laboratory area and equipment.
• Collaborate with team members to improve histology processing efficiency.

Essential Skills

• 3 years of hands-on histology experience.
• Proficiency in using a microtome and preparing tissue samples.
• Strong organizational and communication skills.
• Ability to work efficiently in a fast-paced environment.

Additional Skills & Qualifications

• Experience within complex, fast-paced environments is a plus.
• Detail and quality-oriented approach to work.
• Team player with a drive for efficiency.
• Eager to address bottlenecks in processes.

Work Environment

This is a two-month contract role with potential for extension or conversion to a full-time position. It is a 40-hour per week, onsite position in South San Francisco. The schedule is flexible, but some hours must be worked between 9am-4pm on weekdays for team coordination. You will work in a fast-paced, hands-on laboratory environment, maintaining high-quality standards and contributing to a critical part of our data generation process.

Job Type & Location

This is a Contract position based out of South San Francisco, CA.

Pay and Benefits

The pay range for this position is $35.00 - $50.00/hr.

Eligibility requirements apply to some benefits and may depend on your job classification and length of employment. Benefits are subject to change and may be subject to specific elections, plan, or program terms. If eligible, the benefits available for this temporary role may include the following:
• Medical, dental & vision
• Critical Illness, Accident, and Hospital
• 401(k) Retirement Plan – Pre-tax and Roth post-tax contributions available
• Life Insurance (Voluntary Life & AD&D for the employee and dependents)
• Short and long-term disability
• Health Spending Account (HSA)
• Transportation benefits
• Employee Assistance Program
• Time Off/Leave (PTO, Vacation or Sick Leave)

Workplace Type

This is a fully onsite position in South San Francisco,CA.

Application Deadline

This position is anticipated to close on Apr 8, 2026.

Diversity, Equity & Inclusion

At Actalent, diversity and inclusion are a bridge towards the equity and success of our people. DE&I is embedded into our culture through:

• Hiring diverse talent
• Maintaining an inclusive environment through persistent self-reflection
• Building a culture of care, engagement, and recognition with clear outcomes
• Ensuring growth opportunities for our people

Actalent is an equal opportunity employer.

About Actalent

Actalent is a global leader in engineering and sciences services. For more than 40 years, we’ve helped visionary companies advance their goals. Headquartered in the United States, our teams span 150 offices across North America, EMEA, and APAC—with four delivery centers in India led by 1,000+ extraordinary employees who connect their passion with purpose every day.

Our Bangalore, Hyderabad, Pune, and Chennai delivery centers are hubs of engineering expertise, with core capabilities in mechanical and electrical engineering, systems and software, and manufacturing engineering. Our teams deliver work across multiple industries including transportation, consumer and industrial products, and life sciences. We serve more than 4,500 clients, including many Fortune 500 brands. Learn more about how we can work together at actalentservices.com.

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