The Histology Manager is responsible for providing leadership, training, project management, client communication, and general oversight of daily histology operations, with direct management over appointed personnel. This role ensures efficient workflow, compliance with standard operating procedures (SOPs), and alignment with company objectives. Additionally, the Histology Manager fosters a culture of accountability, collaboration, and continuous improvement while driving team performance and en

Responsibilities and Duties Corporate * Follow SOPs and other applicable laboratory or company procedures * Maintain confidential information consistent with Inotiv corporate policy * Demonstrate Inotiv Core Values Deliver excellent client experiences Provide insightful problem solving Always do the right thing Be humbly confident Get it done

Leadership and Management * Oversee and manage the daily performance and development of the histology team * Set clear goals and expectations for team members, ensuring alignment with department and company objectives * Conduct 1:1 reviews, provide constructive feedback, and implement development plans * Foster a team-oriented environment that encourages collaboration, communication, and accountability * Identify staffing needs and assist in recruiting, hiring, and onboarding new team members * Address personnel issues, including conflict resolution, disciplinary actions, and employee concerns * Encourage process improvement initiatives and ensure team alignment with evolving best practices * Ability and willingness to collaborate with Histology team Director, team lead and other department heads

General * Interact with clients, employees, and the community in a professional manner * Support and participate in company initiatives * Perform other duties as assigned

Specific * Mastery level in the processing of tissue samples according to laboratory protocols * Mastery level in the skill of embedding tissue into paraffin blocks * Mastery level in microtomy and ability to generate quality tissue sections and mount tissue on glass slides * Examine blocks and or slides to identify anatomical landmarks macroscopically or microscopically to ensure tissue preparation meets laboratory requirements * Proficient to mastery level of knowledge in alternate histology techniques (examples might include cryosectioning) * Ensure proper functioning and maintenance of all laboratory equipment * Document and maintain study records to comply with appropriate company and regulatory requirements

Histology Project Management * Serve as a Subject Matter Expert (SME) for study design, quotes and scopes of work. * Oversee SOP creation, review and revision * Manage workflow by adding new work to the WIP queue, updating Smartsheets, and prioritizing deadline-driven studies * Sign off in ESM, Smartsheets and appropriate servers, ensuring updates are accurately maintained * Oversee the thorough completion and quality control (QC) of study documentation, including wet signatures * Prepare and apply company labels for all study-related materials * Ensure the proper transfer of materials from Histology to designated departments/locations

Histology Duties * Manage equipment use and maintenance, including PM maintenance, troubleshooting, oversight and documentation compliance for: Coverslipper Slide and Cassette printers Microtomes/Cryostats and Processors Scale/balances and pH meter Slide stainers Refrigerators and Freezers * Serve as the primary contact for service technicians regarding preventative maintenance and troubleshooting * Ensure cleanliness and organization of the histology laboratory * Act as the liaison for MSDI, Clean Harbors, Ecocyle and other necessary vendors

Position Requirements Education and experience * Have a minimum of 3 years of relevant industry experience. * Have a minimum of 3 years direct supervisory/manage ial experience. * Certified Histology Technician HT or HTL(ASCP). * Associates or B.S./B.A. in related scientific field from an accredited college/university. * Required experience must also reflect the Skills and Responsibilities outlined below.

Skills and abilities * Leadership, organizational, and problem-solving skills * An attitude for quality, an eye for detail, the ability to read and