Scientist I, Pathology (Biotechnology)

Location: Irvine, California, United States; laboratory-based role

Salary: $75,000–$142,500 per year

Company

hirify.global develops medicines and solutions for serious health conditions across immunology, oncology, neuroscience, and aesthetics.

What you will do

• Perform tissue processing, staining, microscopy, immunohistochemistry, and related pathology workflows.
• Develop, optimize, validate, and implement pathology assays, histology methods, IHC protocols, and laboratory workflows.
• Analyze, interpret, summarize, and communicate experimental data to project teams and scientific stakeholders.
• Prepare study reports, technical summaries, SOPs, validation documentation, and scientific presentations.
• Represent pathology on cross-functional teams, supporting study planning, troubleshooting, and project deliverables.
• Coordinate laboratory operations, including equipment maintenance, reagent management, documentation, safety, quality, and training of junior staff.

Requirements

• Bachelor’s degree in biology, pathology, biomedical sciences, histotechnology, or a related field with typically 5+ years of relevant experience, or a master’s degree with typically 2+ years of relevant experience.
• Hands-on experience with histology, immunohistochemistry, tissue processing, staining, microscopy, and pathology laboratory workflows.
• Experience with experimental planning, method development, assay optimization, data interpretation, scientific presentations, and technical report writing.
• Ability to work independently, manage multiple priorities, troubleshoot technical issues, and collaborate across multidisciplinary teams.
• Ability to work in a laboratory, stand for extended periods, perform repetitive hand motions, handle laboratory materials, lift up to 40 pounds, and follow safety procedures for biological specimens, chemicals, and laboratory equipment.

Nice to have

• ASCP HT or HTL certification.

Culture & Benefits

• Paid time off, including vacation, holidays, and sick leave.
• Medical, dental, and vision insurance for eligible employees.
• 401(k) benefits for eligible employees.
• Eligibility for short-term incentive programs.
• Work focused on scientific collaboration, innovation, and drug discovery.