About Krystal Bio:
At Krystal Biotech, we bring together the brightest and most eager minds to relentlessly pursue the discovery, development, manufacturing, and commercialization of genetic medicines to treat diseases with high unmet medical needs.Founded in 2016, Krystal is distinguished in three powerful ways: science and technology using our patented gene therapy platform, innovative manufacturing supported by our commercial scale facilities, and a unique commercialization model that focuses on the patient’s end-to-end experience.Krystal received U.S.
FDA approval for the first and only redosable gene therapy treatment, VYJUVEK®, for the treatment of Dystrophic Epidermolysis Bullosa (DEB). Krystal continues to leverage our proprietary platform to rapidly advance a robust pipeline of investigational genetic medicines in respiratory, oncology, dermatology, and ophthalmology.Krystal is headquartered in Pittsburgh, PA, which is home to our two state-of-the-art CGMP manufacturing facilities with teams around the world and satellite offices in Switzerland, Germany, and Japan. We are a company built and run by people who care, are fearless in the face of a challenge, love the work they do, and practice the highest level of scientific integrity.
As we grow, we are seeking team members that embody these values.
Job Description Summary:
Krystal Biotech, Inc is seeking a highly motivated Histology Technician to join our dynamic R&D team in the lab. The ideal candidate will have a robust background in histology, a thorough understanding of laboratory procedures, and a commitment to maintaining high standards of laboratory safety and quality.
Primary Responsibilities:
- Efficiently process tissue specimens for paraffin embedding and sectioning, ensuring optimal embedding of a variety of tissues, preservation and quality for sample analysis.
- Operate and maintain histology equipment such as microtomes, tissue processors, embedding stations, and imaging stations.
- Prepare sections for staining and perform routine and specialized staining techniques as required by research protocols.
- Maintain accurate records of specimens processed, embedding details and sectioning parameters, and tissue/sections storing/organizations as per standard operating procedures.
- Work closely with other lab personnel to understand project needs and provide technical support.
- Ensure compliance with laboratory safety protocols and general SOP’s.
- Manage inventory of histology supplies and reagents and order new supplies as necessary.
- Assist in the development and implementation of new laboratory procedures and techniques.
- Experience with confocal microscopy is a plus.
Experience and Skills Desired:
- Bachelor’s degree in life sciences is preferred, or equivalent combination of education and professional laboratory experience.
- 1-2+ years of laboratory work focused on histology, with recent experience involving paraffin embedding and tissue sectioning.
- Proficiency in using histological equipment and conducting various staining methods.
- Experience in cryosections (using cryotome) would be a plus as well.
- Having experience in basic protocols for: IHC (immunohistochemistry) and/or IF (immunofluorescence) would be helpful.
- Excellent organizational skills and attention to detail.
- Strong communication and teamwork skills, capable of working effectively with cross-functional teams.
- Ability to troubleshoot and resolve technical issues within the laboratory.
- Excellent problem-solving and communication skills.
- Ability to work both independently and collaboratively in a team.
- Must be able to work in a fast-paced and changing environment with an ability to prioritize activities appropriately.
Krystal Biotech, Inc. is an Equal Employment Opportunity and Affirmative Action Employer. Qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender perception or identity, national origin, age, marital status, protected veteran status, or disability status. Headhunters and recruitment agencies may not submit resumes/CVs through this Web site or directly to managers. Krystal Biotech, Inc. does not accept unsolicited headhunter and agency resumes.
Krystal Biotech, Inc. will not pay fees to any third-party agency or company that does not have a signed agreement with Krystal Biotech, Inc.
