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Principal Research Associate, Multiplex Immunohistochemistry & Digital Pathology

The Antibody Society, Princeton, NJ, United States


Role
Working in the immunohistochemistry laboratory, you will be part of an international Pathology team embedded within the Precision Medicine group based in Princeton, New Jersey. In this role you will help build a state‑of‑the‑art histology and immunohistochemistry team to support a variety of discovery, pre‑clinical and clinical programs. Knowledge of Digital Pathology is recommended for this role.

Responsibilities

This is a laboratory‑based, hands‑on position with growth opportunities. Your responsibilities include but are not limited to the following:

Process, embed, and section tissue blocks (paraffin) for human and tissues.

Perform histologic tissue stains such as Hematoxylin & Eosin (H&E) and run immunohistochemistry (IHC) assays for single‑plex chromogenic and fluorescence, as well as multiplex IHC and IF using our automated platforms (Leica Bond, Ventana Discovery Ultra, Ventana Benchmark Ultra Plus).

Run in situ hybridization (ISH) assays using RNA Scope and Base scope probes, in single and multiple channels, mainly on the Leica Bond platform.

Scan microscopic slides using standard bright‑field and fluorescence scanners as needed and perform basic image analysis using Halo, Visio pharm, Leica AT2, Leica GT450.

Perform digital pathology image analysis on scanned stained slides and develop algorithms to evaluate data.

Help manage a human tissue database and downstream lab processes using a Laboratory Information Management System (LabVantage), and a digital image database.

Requirements

Bachelor's degree in biomedical science with an interest/experience in histology and immunohistochemistry assay development.

Minimum of 5 years Research experience.

Multiplex immunohistochemistry staining on Leica Bond and Roche Discovery/Benchmark Ultra Plus platforms are a plus.

Eligibility for American Society for Clinical Pathology (ASCP) certification for Histotechnician (HT) or Histotechnologist (HTL) desired but not required.

Experience managing human tissues and working with Laboratory Information Management Systems (LIMS).

Understanding and experience with CAP Accreditation requirements is a plus.

Excellent written and verbal communication skills and experience with Excel and PowerPoint.

Positive and open mindset and willingness to work in multidisciplinary teams in close collaboration with pathologists and other scientists.

Knowledge of pre‑clinical tissue processing and biomarker development is desired but not required.

Salary
For U.S. based candidates, the proposed salary band for this position is $88,640.00 – $132,960.00 per year.

Benefits

401(k) Plan:

100% match on the first 6% of contributions.

Health Benefits:

Two medical plan options (including HDHP with HSA), dental, and vision insurance.

Voluntary Plans:

Critical illness, accident, and hospital indemnity insurance.

Time Off:

Paid vacation, sick leave, holidays, and 12 weeks of discretionary paid parental leave.

Support Resources:

Access to child and adult backup care, family support programs, financial wellness tools, and emotional well‑being support.

Additional Perks:

Commuter benefits, tuition reimbursement, and a Lifestyle Spending Account for wellness and personal expenses.

About You

You are genuinely passionate about our purpose.

You bring precision and excellence to all that you do.

You believe in our rooted‑in‑science approach to problem‑solving.

You are a generous collaborator who can work in teams with a broad spectrum of backgrounds.

You take pride in enabling the best work of others on the team.

You can grapple with the unknown and be innovative.

You have experience working in a fast‑growing, dynamic company (or a strong desire to).

You work hard and are not afraid to have a little fun while you do so.

Locations
Genmab maximizes the efficiency of an agile working environment, when possible, for the betterment of employee work‑life balance. Our offices are crafted as open, community‑based spaces that work to connect employees while being immersed in our powerful laboratories. Whether you're in one of our office spaces or working remotely, we thrive on connecting with each other to innovate.

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