Histology Lab Trainer

Location: Phoenix, Arizona, United States. Onsite role with shifts of Monday–Friday, 8:00 a.m.–4:30 p.m. or 10:00 a.m.–6:30 p.m.

Company

hirify.global is partnering with a scientific organization on a histology training role supporting a high-volume, CLIA/CAP-certified histopathology laboratory.

What you will do

• Develop, coordinate, and deliver onboarding and ongoing training programs for histology laboratory staff.
• Conduct hands-on training in microtomy, staining, tissue processing, embedding, and equipment operation.
• Perform and document competency assessments, remediation, and refresher training.
• Create and maintain training materials, job aids, reference guides, SOP updates, and competency records.
• Support new assays, workflows, equipment, process improvements, CAP inspections, and regulatory audits through targeted training and documentation.
• Collaborate with Histology leadership, Quality, Supervisors, and Laboratory Operations while coaching staff and improving training consistency.

Requirements

• Completion of a NAACLS-accredited Histotechnician or Histotechnologist program.
• At least 5 years of histology laboratory experience in a clinical or high-volume environment.
• Working knowledge of microtomy, H&E staining, tissue processing, embedding, and histology equipment.
• Experience training, mentoring, or onboarding laboratory staff, with strong written and verbal communication skills.
• Knowledge of CAP, CLIA, and applicable regulatory requirements.
• Authorization to work in the United States without sponsorship; ability to work standing for extended periods, perform repetitive laboratory tasks, lift up to 25 pounds occasionally, and follow PPE and laboratory safety requirements.

Nice to have

• HT(ASCP) or HLT(ASCP) certification.
• Experience in a CLIA/CAP-certified histopathology laboratory.
• Familiarity with laboratory information systems and training or learning management systems.
• Experience supporting audits, inspections, or regulatory readiness.
• Prior experience in a trainer, lead, or senior histology role.

Culture & Benefits

• Structured training and competency development in a high-volume laboratory environment.
• Collaboration with Histology leadership, Quality, and Laboratory Operations.
• Opportunities to coach laboratory staff and support professional development.
• Work across multiple shifts as needed to support training coverage.
• Exposure to histology equipment, biological specimens, and laboratory processes under established safety protocols.