Responsibilities*

• Prepare tissue samples for microscopic examination by performing routine procedures.
• Handles day-to-day tasks of preparing and staining tissue, with close attention to equipment and detail.
• Proficient in one or more lab-relevant aspects of Surgical Pathology, immunohistochemical stains, direct immunofluorescence, muscle histochemistry, histochemical stains (special stains), electron microscopy, microtomy of secondary cuts (recuts), microtomy of dermatology squares
• Perform gross examination of simple biopsies (if CAP/CLIA qualified), tissue processing, embedding, microtomy, staining, cover slipping, and frozen sectioning efficiently according to established policies, procedures, and protocols in a high-volume academic environment.
• TMA control creation and maintenance
• Maintain accurate records of quality assurance and quality control.
• Maintain all laboratory equipment safely and efficiently, following established guidelines.
• Perform specimen accessioning, including all manual and computerized data entry.
• Knowledgeable in general laboratory practices and programs.
• Professional and collegial communication skills necessary to work closely with peers in an academic teamwork environment.
• Training new students/hires.
• Strong analytical and problem-solving skills.
• Ability to maintain confidentiality.
• Adapt quickly to change.
• Perform other duties as assigned.

Role Specific Duties & Responsibilities:

• Prepare tissue samples for microscopic examination by performing routine procedures.
• Handles day-to-day tasks of preparing and staining tissue, with close attention to equipment and detail.
• Proficient in one or more lab-relevant aspects of Surgical Pathology, immunohistochemical stains, direct immunofluorescence, muscle histochemistry, microtomy of secondary cuts (recuts).
• Perform gross examination of simple biopsies (if CAP/CLIA qualified), tissue processing, embedding, microtomy, staining, cover slipping, and frozen sectioning efficiently according to established policies, procedures, and protocols in a high-volume academic environment.
• TMA control creation and maintenance
• Maintain accurate records of quality assurance and quality control.
• Maintain all laboratory equipment safely and efficiently, following established guidelines.
• Perform specimen accessioning, including all manual and computerized data entry.
• Knowledgeable in general laboratory practices and programs.
• Professional and collegial communication skills necessary to work closely with peers in an academic teamwork environment.
• Training new students/hires.
• Strong analytical and problem-solving skills.
• Ability to maintain confidentiality.
• Adapt quickly to change.
• Perform other duties as assigned.

Required Qualifications*

In order to be considered for this position the applicant must have met or will have met all the required qualifications prior to the start date of employment.

• Education: Bachelor's degree in chemistry, biology, or other related science field or an equivalent combination of education and clinical experience.
• Be competent in one of the following specialties:
  
  • Immunohistochemical stains, direct immunofluorescence, muscle histochemistry, histochemical stains (special stains), electron microscopy, microtomy of secondary cuts (recuts), microtomy of dermatology squares.
• Knowledge of relevant aspects of Surgical Pathology (grossing if CLIA qualified).
• Histology laboratory experience is required.
• Professional and collegial communication skills to work closely with peers in an academic teamwork environment.
• Ability to receive and adapt quickly to change.
• Strong analytical and problem-solving skills.
• Ability to maintain confidentiality.
• Requires frequent standing, walking, sitting, fine motor skills with hands for long periods of time and the ability to lift 45 lbs.

Desired Qualifications*

• HT (ASCP) or HTL certification preferred and an equivalent combination of clinical histology experience of all relevant aspects of Surgical Pathology (grossing if CLIA qualified).

High Complexity Testing (CLIA grossing, immunohistochemical stains, direct immunofluorescence, and EM)-Require the following qualifications listed below to perform-

1. An earned associate degree in a laboratory science or medical laboratory technology, obtained from an accredited institution, OR

2. Education/training equivalent to the above that includes the following:

* 60 semester hours or equivalent from an accredited institution. This education must include 24 semester hours of medical laboratory technology courses, OR 24 semester hours of science courses that includes six semester hours of chemistry, six semester hours of biology, and 12 semester hours of chemistry, biology or medical laboratory technology in any combination, AND

* Laboratory training including either completion of a clinical laboratory training program approved or accredited by the Accrediting Bureau of Health Education Schools (ABHES), or the Commission on Accreditation of Allied Health Education Programs (CAAHEP) (note that this training may be included in the 60 semester hours listed above), OR at least three months of recorded laboratory training in each specialty in which the individual performs high complexity testing. OR

* Successfully completed an official U.S. military medical laboratory procedures training course of at least 50 weeks duration and currently hold the military enlisted occupational specialty of medical laboratory specialist (laboratory technician).

What Benefits can you Look Forward to?

• Excellent medical, dental and vision coverage effective on your very first day
• 2:1 Match on retirement savings

Modes of Work

Positions that are eligible for hybrid or mobile/remote work mode are at the discretion of the hiring department. Work agreements are reviewed annually at a minimum and are subject to change at any time, and for any reason, throughout the course of employment. Learn more about the work modes .

Work Schedule

This full time, 40 hour position is on the evening shift M-F and may participate in rotating weekends, holidays and on-call.

Additional Information

Working Conditions:

• Works with infectious disease and/or hazardous materials.
• May have exposure to noise from laboratory equipment.

Union Affiliation

This position is covered under the collective bargaining agreement between the U-M and the United Michigan Medicine Allied Professionals (UMMAP), which contains and settles all matters with respect to wages, benefits, hours, and other terms and conditions of employment.

Application Deadline

Job openings are posted for a minimum of seven calendar days. The review and selection process may begin as early as the eighth day after posting. This opening may be removed from posting boards and filled any time after the minimum posting period has ended.

Job Detail

Job Opening ID

281315

Working Title

Histotechnologist

Job Title

Histotechnologist

Work Location

Michigan Medicine - Ann Arbor

Ann Arbor, MI

Modes of Work

Onsite

Full/Part Time

Full-Time

Regular/Temporary

Regular

FLSA Status

Nonexempt

Organizational Group

Um Hospital

Department

MM Immunohistochemistry

Posting Begin/End Date

8/06/2026 - 9/05/2026

Salary

$65,894.40 - $95,638.40

Career Interest

Pathology/Laboratory Services
Patient Care Services