Tissue Processing Laboratory Technician (On-Site)
Are you searching for a job with a company that offers paid on-the-job training and development, competitive wages and top-of-the-line benefits? Perhaps you are looking to join a high-performing team that’s focused on improving the lives of others? Or are you thinking about making a career change into a new and exciting line of work? If the answer to any of these questions is “Yes!”, then keep reading!
CorneaGen is a mission-driven company focused on eliminating corneal blindness worldwide by 2040. As the world’s leading cornea-focused company, we are working toward transforming the life of every person impacted by corneal disease by innovating the next generation of cornea care, from new medical devices, biologics, and therapeutics to interventions for the treatment of corneal disease. In support of this goal, we are looking for a Tissue Processing Technician to join our team in our Waltham, MA office.
What does a Tissue Processing Technician do?
The Tissue Processing Technician plays a vital role, ensuring that surgeons receive the correct tissue for a corneal transplant in a timely manner. Specific responsibilities include supporting the tissue pre-cutting process, confirming quality standards are met, and assisting with the delivery of tissue to surgeons. On a daily basis, this position helps ensure that our customers - surgeons all across the world - are able to get the best tissue for their corneal transplant surgeries for their patients and help them regain their eyesight. If you're a detail-oriented individual that's comfortable working with corneal tissue, this is an opportunity to apply your skills and experience and truly make a difference in people's lives!
What else should I know about this position?
This is a full-time, hourly position, scheduled for 40 hrs/week on a 4-day, 10 hours per day schedule; the weekly schedule includes at least one weekend day. Due to the nature of this work, this position is 100% in-person – remote work is not available for this role.
What if I’ve never done this type of work before?
Not a problem! We will provide on-the-job training to give you the skills and knowledge needed to become a Tissue Processing Technician! All we ask of you is that:
- You have received your high school diploma or equivalent; additional experience or education in a laboratory environment is a bonus.
- Your previous work experience demonstrates that you are able to collaborate with others on a team, have a strong attention to detail, and can communicate effectively (written, verbal, etc.) within a professional work environment.
You mention “top-of-the-line” benefits – what do you offer?
Our benefits package includes:
- 100% employer-paid health benefits (medical, dental and vision premiums) for all employees and eligible family members.
- Retirement benefits, with a 5% company match plus opportunities for additional employer contributions.
- Paid time off, including 11 company holidays and 2+ weeks of PTO, with opportunities to accrue additional PTO based on tenure.
- Costco membership reimbursement.
- Short-term and long-term disability, life and AD&D insurance, and more!
This sounds great – I’m ready to apply!
Fantastic! We look forward to receiving your online application; our recruiting team reviews applications on a frequent basis and will contact you via email if we’d like to talk with you further.
As an equal opportunity employer, every qualified applicant will be considered for employment. CorneaGen does not discriminate based on race, color, sex/gender, political ideology, religion/creed, pregnancy, age, physical or mental disability, medical condition, genetic information, marital status, national origin, color, military or veteran’s status, sexual orientation, gender identity, or any other status or characteristic protected by local, state, or federal laws. CorneaGen is committed to a diverse workforce and is also committed to a barrier-free employment process. In order to ensure reasonable accommodations with Title I of the Americans with Disabilities Act of 1990, individuals that require accommodations in the job application process for a posted position may contact us at (206) 701-5840 for assistance.