Trainee Immunohistochemistry Scientist

**Are you about to graduate and looking for a lab based role where you will receive full training?**

**Do you have an interest in **immunohistochemistry?**

**Do you want to work for a company that helps improves health and improve lives?**

We are currently recruiting for a **Trainee Scientist -** Immunohistochemistry** at our site in **Harrogate**, North Yorkshire. You will work within our modern purpose-built Histology department, where you will play a key role within the immunohistochemistry group.

Following a comprehensive training and career development scheme, the responsibilities of this varied role will include:

- 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.
- Precise labelling of samples and accurate recording of data.
- Adherence to Good Laboratory Practice regulations.
- Undertaking cross-training initiatives within other areas across Safety Assessment.
- The job may involve periods of lifting, pushing and pulling of equipment and animals.

**About You**:

- You will have an enthusiastic and committed attitude.
- You will have a target-orientated outlook, suited to working within a fast-paced, production-intensive environment.
- Once trained, the job involves working overtime, which may be weekdays, weekends, Bank Holidays and may be part of the on-call rota.

**What Labcorp can offer you**:

- Competitive salaries and a comprehensive benefits package including health cover and contributory pension.
- Unsurpassed career development opportunities. With the support of exceptional people from across the globe and an energized purpose, you will be empowered to own your career journey with mentoring, training and personalized development planning.

At Labcorp, we value all employees equally, because every team member is essential to our success. On top of being valued and respected, we invest in your development and will help you to progress along whichever career path you choose which will be both flexible and rewarding.

**Contact us today and see where it takes you**

**Education**:

- Educated to BSc degree level in Biomedical Sciences or equivalent

**Experience**:

- Although this is a trainee role where training will be provided, previous histology experience is desirable but not essential.

**Labcorp is proud to be an Equal Opportunity Employer**:
As an EOE/AA employer, Labcorp strives for diversity and inclusion 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 of the individual and do not discriminate based upon race, religion, color, national origin, gender (including pregnancy or other medical conditions/needs), family or parental status, marital, civil union or domestic partnership status, sexual orientation, gender identity, gender expression, personal appearance, age, veteran status, disability, genetic information, or any other legally protected characteristic.

**We encourage all to apply**

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