Pathology Operations Associate I - Histopathology
Are you looking to make your next career move? CellCarta, a leading Contract Research Organization, is hiring a Pathology Operations Associate I to join our Histopathology Operations team.
In this role, you will support the operational activities that enable high-quality and timely pathology services for clinical studies. You will work closely with pathologists and cross-functional teams and contribute to project initiation, study support, pathologist training and alignment activities, pathology documentation, and digital pathology workflows.
This is an excellent opportunity to develop your knowledge of histopathology and pathology operations while contributing to services that positively impact human health and well-being. Apply today and take the first step toward an exciting career with CellCarta!
Position Summary
The Pathology Operations team supports the operational preparation, coordination, and execution of pathology activities for clinical studies. This includes project set-up, active study support, pathologist training administration, pathologist alignment and concordance activities, pathology documentation, digital pathology systems, and operational workflow management.
As a Pathology Operations Associate I, you will support these activities in accordance with established procedures and quality requirements. You will work within a collaborative environment and gradually develop your knowledge of pathology operations processes, systems, and clinical study workflows.
Key Responsibilities
Support project initiation activities, including project set-up, documentation management, pathologist assignments, certifications, stakeholder communication, and operational readiness
Support daily pathology operations through workflow tracking, workload coordination, pathology distribution review, and slide management activities
Monitor and manage routine operational inquiries and escalate potential issues to the appropriate stakeholders when needed
Create, maintain, and distribute accurate scoring documentation to support pathology evaluation and reporting
Support the organization of pathologist alignment and concordance activities, including scheduling, meeting logistics, preparation of scoring materials, documentation, and record keeping
Provide operational support for digital pathology systems, including case creation, image management, workflow administration, and end-user support
Support the administration of pathologist training activities, including scheduling, documentation management, and maintenance of training records
Perform assigned activities in compliance with applicable procedures, quality standards, and regulatory requirements
Complete required training and actively develop knowledge of pathology operations, histopathology workflows, and digital pathology systems
Qualifications
Required Qualifications
Bachelor’s degree in a scientific discipline, such as Biomedical Sciences, Biology, Biochemistry, Biotechnology, or a related field, or relevant experience working in a histopathology environment
Basic knowledge of histology or histopathology
Strong attention to detail and commitment to accuracy and quality
Ability to learn and apply operational processes, procedures, and digital systems
Ability to maintain accurate records and documentation
Good computer skills and proficiency in Microsoft Excel, PowerPoint, and Word
Good organizational and time-management skills, with the ability to manage assigned tasks and priorities effectively
Basic problem-solving skills and the ability to identify and appropriately escalate issues
Good written and verbal communication skills
Ability to work effectively and collaboratively within a team environment
Adaptable, reliable, accountable, and eager to learn
Professional working proficiency in spoken and written English
Preferred Qualifications
Previous experience or an internship in a laboratory, histopathology, pathology, clinical…