Location: Harrogate, North Yorkshire
Work Schedule: Monday - Friday – 37hrs

Labcorp is seeking a Senior Immunohistochemistry Scientist to join our team at Harrogate, North Yorkshire. The Senior Immunohistochemistry Scientist will work within our modern purpose-built Histology department, where you will play a key role within the Specialty Pathology Services group.

Job Responsibilities

• Cryotomy of frozen tissues using the latest motorised cryostats
• Immunohistochemical staining using a combination of methods and processes
• Empirical staining of tissue sections using a range of techniques
• The development and use of anatomy skills to identify and trim tissue samples from a range of animal species
• Microscopic quality control of tissue sections
• Immunohistochemistry method development and project management
• Precise labelling of samples and accurate recording of data
• Undertaking cross-training initiatives within other areas across Safety Assessment

Minimum Qualifications

• Degree in Biomedical Science, Biology, Chemistry, Biochemistry, Biological Sciences, Biotechnology or Biosciences

Additional Job Standards

• Proficient in Immunohistochemistry method development and project management
• Adherence to GLP (Good Laboratory Practice regulations)
• Have a target-orientated outlook, suited to working within a fast-paced, production-intensive environment
• Training will be provided, we welcome immunohistochemistry experience
• Demonstrates excellent written and verbal communication, time management and organisational skills with the ability to manage multiple studies
• Attention to detail and consistent accuracy whilst managing multiple changing priorities
• The role may involve periods of lifting, pushing and pulling of equipment
• Once trained, the job may involve working overtime, which could be weekdays, weekends, bank holidays and may be part of the on-call rota

Labcorp are a global, world-leading Life Sciences Contract Research Organization that provides dedicated and fully comprehensive laboratory testing and drug development services to the pharmaceutical industry. We strive to make a difference to people’s everyday lives by bringing essential medicines to the market.

Benefits

• Competitive salaries
• Wider benefits package including pension and generous holiday allowance

Labcorp is proud to be an Equal Opportunity Employer: Labcorp strives for inclusion and belonging in the workforce and does not tolerate harassment or discrimination of any kind. We make employment decisions based on the needs of our business and the qualifications and merit of the individual.