Position openings - RTP, NC

Pathology Associates International (PAI) of Durham/RTP, North Carolina is in 
search of a histology supervisor. Work involves a variety of tasks including 
supervision of the processing of animal tissues for microscopic examination, 
to include processing, paraffin embedding, cutting of paraffin sections, and 
staining/coverslipping/labeling of slides. The responsibility also includes 
Quality Control and necropsy supervision; scheduling and cross-training staff 
to accommodate fluctuating workflow. The supervisor is responsible for 
on-going training and monitoring of staff for adequate skill level and 
adherence to SOP's and GLP requirements. Position to provide supervision of 
technical support staff assigned in any variety tasks in the histology 
laboratory. The applicant should have the minimum of HT certification with 
previous laboratory experience in processing, trimming, embedding and 
sectioning (3-20 microns) and special stains. Mathematical and computer 
skills along with demonstrated experience in managing projects are important 
considerations. Previous supervisory experience required. 

PAI-RTP/NC is recruiting for a Histology Technician to join our 
histopathology team.
Responsible for all aspects of the preparation of histopathology 
slides-including necropsy, tissue trimming, processing, embedding, microtomy, 
staining (routine and special stains), and coverslipping for paraffin 
sections.  Duties also include documentation of procedures and maintaining 
study files. The applicant should be minimum of HT certification-eligible 
with previous laboratory experience in processing, trimming, embedding and 
sectioning (3-20 microns) and special stains.

Pathology Associates International (PAI), North Carolina Lab, is seeking an 
electron microscopy technician/trainee to support our team in Research 
Triangle Park.  The candidate should be flexible, organized, and have the 
ability to work well with others.  The candidate will be trained in aspects 
of the preparation of TEM samples-including tissue trimming, processing, 
embedding, ultramicrotomy, staining grids, examination of specimens on the 
electron microscope, and darkroom.  Duties also include documentation of 
procedures and maintaining study files.  Required education:  BS/BA in a life 
science.  Electron microscopy experience preferred.  GLP experience desired.

Positions close 7-15-00.  To apply, complete a PAI/SAIC application form or 
send a resume to: Sharon Ambrose, Division Director, Pathology Associates 
International/SAIC, 4915-D Prospectus Drive, Durham, NC  27713.  Fax: 
919-544-3218.  E-mail: Sambrose@aol.com (6-28-00)
www.paisaic.com