Medical Laboratory Technologist - Histotechnologist

ile MUST clearly show how you meet the minimum/required qualifications for the position.

Resumes are NOT accepted at the application stage for this position.

Cover letters are optional for this position and will not be used for evaluating your qualifications.

Equivalent required experience is based on full-time equivalent (40 hours per week).

PLEASE NOTE: If you have volunteer experience relevant to this position, please include in the Employment History section and note length of time, average number of hours per week and major duties.

Typically, the starting salary is at the lower end of the salary range.

For additional information please contact:
Misty Corbus-Wallin
[email protected]
541-737-6822

We are an Equal Opportunity Employer, including disability, protected veteran, and other protected status.

OSU will conduct a review of the National Sex Offender Public website prior to hire.

OSU is a fair chance employer committed to inclusive hiring. We encourage applications from candidates who bring a wide range of lived experience including involvement with the justice system. This job has “critical or security-sensitive” responsibilities. If you are selected as a finalist, your initial job offer will be contingent upon the results of a job-related pre-employment check (such as a background check, motor vehicle history check, sexual misconduct reference check, etc.). Background check results do not automatically disqualify a candidate. Take a look at our Background Checks website including the for candidates section for more details. If you have questions or concerns about the pre-employment check, please contact OSU’s Employee and Labor Relations team at [email protected].

Position Details

Position Information

Department

Vet Diagnostic Lab (VDL)

Classification Title

Medical Lab Technologist

Job Title

Medical Laboratory Technologist - Histotechnologist

Appointment Type

Classified Staff

Job Location

Corvallis

Benefits Eligible

Full-Time, benefits eligible

Remote or Hybrid option?

Employment Category

Regular

Job Summary

This recruitment will be used to fill one full-time Medical Laboratory Technician – Histotechnologist position for the Oregon Veterinary Diagnostic Laboratory at Oregon State University (OSU).

The purpose of this position is to participate in the daily functions of the Histopathology Laboratory. This includes tissue processing, sectioning, routine and special staining and maintenance of laboratory records. The employee will also participate in the development of immunohistochemical techniques for research and diagnostic purposes, using an automated immunostainer.

The Veterinary Diagnostic Laboratory is an integral component of the College of Veterinary Medicine that participates in various research projects and also provides diagnostic services for the College, practicing veterinarians in the state and region, wildlife officials, and livestock, and pet owners.

Histopathology is often essential for establishing diagnoses and the efficient operation of the Histopathology Laboratory is, therefore, important to the Oregon Veterinary Diagnostic Laboratory’s function.

Why OSU?

Working for Oregon State University is so much more than a job!

Oregon State University is a dynamic community of dreamers, doers, problem-solvers and change-makers. We don’t wait for challenges to present themselves — we seek them out and take them on. We welcome students, faculty and staff from every background and perspective into a community where everyone feels seen and heard. We have deep-rooted mindfulness for the natural world and all who depend on it, and together, we apply knowledge, tools and skills to build a better future for all.

FACTS:
• Top 1.4% university in the world
• More research funding than all public universities in Oregon combined
• 1 of 3 land, sea, space and sun grant universities in the U.S.
• 2 campuses, 11 colleges, 12 experiment stations, and Extension programs in all 36 counties
• 7 cultural resource centers that offer education, celebration and belonging for everyone
• 100+ undergraduate degree programs, 80+ graduate degrees plus hundreds of minor options and certificates
• 35k+ students including more than 2.3k international students and 10k students of color
• 217k+ alumni worldwide
• For more interesting facts about OSU visit: https://oregonstate.edu/about

Locations:

Oregon State has a statewide presence with campuses in Corvallis and Bend, the OSU Portland Center and the Hatfield Marine Science Center on the Pacific Coast in Newport.

Oregon State’s beautiful, historic and state-of-the-art main campus is located in one of America’s best college towns. Corvallis is located close to the Pacific Ocean, the Cascade mountains and Oregon wine country. Nestled in the heart of the Willamette Valley, this beautiful city offers miles of mountain biking and hiking trails, a river perfect for boating or kayaking and an eclectic downtown featuring local cuisine, popular events and performances.

Total Rewards Package:

Oregon State University offers a comprehensive benefits package with benefits eligible positions that is designed to meet the needs of employees and their families including:
• Medical, Dental, Vision and Basic Life. OSU pays 95% of premiums for you and your eligible dependents.

• Free confidential mental health and emotional support services, and counseling resources.
• Retirement savings paid by the university.
• A generous paid leave package, including holidays, vacation and sick leave.
• Tuition reduction benefits for you or your qualifying dependents at OSU or the additional six Oregon Public Universities.
• Robust Work Life programs including Dual Career assistance resources, flexible work arrangements, a Family Resource Center, Affinity Groups and an Employee Assistance Program.
• Optional lifestyle benefits such as pet, accident, and critical illness insurance, giving you peace of mind and the support you need to thrive in all aspects of your life.

Future and current OSU employees can use the Benefits Calculator to learn more about the full value of the benefits provided at OSU.

Key Responsibilities

50% Laboratory Testing and Materials Preparation:

20% Quality Control:

10% Laboratory Equipment/Inventory:

10% Lead Work:

10% Other Duties as Assigned:

What We Require

A Bachelor’s degree in Medical Technology; OR a Bachelor’s degree in Chemical or Microbiology plus one year of experience in a clinical laboratory performing a variety of standard testing and examination procedures under general supervision in support of professional medical laboratory personnel; OR two years of experience equivalent to a Medical Laboratory Technician 2 in a clinical laboratory performing a variety of standard testing and examination procedures under general supervision in support of professional medical laboratory personnel.

What You Will Need
• Ability to multi-task
• Excellent attention to detail and problem-solving abilities
• Computer skills, (Microsoft Word, Excel spreadsheets, etc.)

This position is designated as a critical or security-sensitive position; therefore, the incumbent must successfully complete a criminal history check and be determined to be position qualified as per University Standard: 05-010 et seq. Incumbents are required to self-report convictions and those in youth programs may have additional criminal history checks every 24 months.

What We Would Like You to Have
• Demonstrated ability to work in a team that supports inclusivity and promotes equitable interactions with all.
• Working knowledge of chemistry, mathematics and anatomy.
• One year or more experience in a histology laboratory.
• Current ASCP certification or ability to become ASCP certified.

Working Conditions / Work Schedule
• This position is located in a veterinary diagnostic laboratory and the incumbent may be exposed to microbiological/biological specimens and/or infectious agents, hazardous chemicals and unpleasant smells.
• This position requires manual dexterity skills related to histotechnology and skilled benchwork.
• This position involves daily exposure to sharp knives, toxic fumes (formalin, xylene, chromates, acids, etc.) caustic chemicals, flammables, noxious odors, carcinogens, infections elements and laboratory equipment.
• Travel and occasional overtime hours may be required.

Pay Method

Hourly

Pay Period

16th - 15th of the following month

Pay Date

Last working day of the month

Min Salary

$26.20

Max Salary

$40.03

Link to Position Description

https://jobs.oregonstate.edu/position_descriptions/178412

Posting Detail Information

Posting Number

P05594CT

Number of Vacancies

1

Anticipated Appointment Begin Date

06/01/2026

Anticipated Appointment End Date

Posting Date

03/20/2026

Full Consideration Date

Closing Date

04/15/2026

Indicate how you intend to recruit for this search

Competitive / External - open to ALL qualified applicants

Special Instructions to Applicants

Applications will be reviewed based on the information submitted on the employment profile with education and work history along with any other requested documentation i.e. posting specific question responses, transcripts, etc.

Your profile MUST clearly show how you meet the minimum/required qualifications for the position.

Resumes are NOT accepted at the application stage for this position.

Cover letters are optional for this position and will not be used for evaluating your qualifications.

Equivalent required experience is based on full-time equivalent (40 hours per week).

PLEASE NOTE: If you have volunteer experience relevant to this position, please include in the Employment History section and note length of time, average number of hours per week and major duties.

Typically, the starting salary is at the lower end of the salary range.

For additional information please contact:
Misty Corbus-Wallin
[email protected]
541-737-6822

We are an Equal Opportunity Employer, including disability, protected veteran, and other protected status.

OSU will conduct a review of the National Sex Offender Public website prior to hire.

OSU is a fair chance employer committed to inclusive hiring. We encourage applications from candidates who bring a wide range of lived experience including involvement with the justice system. This job has “critical or security-sensitive” responsibilities. If you are selected as a finalist, your initial job offer will be contingent upon the results of a job-related pre-employment check (such as a background check, motor vehicle history check, sexual misconduct reference check, etc.). Background check results do not automatically disqualify a candidate. Take a look at our Background Checks website including the for candidates section for more details. If you have questions or concerns about the pre-employment check, please contact OSU’s Employee and Labor Relations team at [email protected].

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