Manager Histology

Company: Fulgent Therapeutics
Location: Coppell
Posted on: April 3, 2026

Job Description:

Description About Us Inform Diagnostics, a Fulgent Genetics Company , is a nationally recognized diagnostics laboratory focused on anatomic pathology subspecialties including gastrointestinal pathology, dermatopathology, urologic pathology, hematopathology, and breast pathology. Founded in 2011, our parent entity, Fulgent Genetics, has evolved into a premier, full-service genomic testing company built around a foundational technology platform. Through our diverse testing menu, Fulgent is focused on transforming patient care in oncology, anatomic pathology, infectious and rare diseases, and reproductive health. We believe that by providing a wide range of effective, flexible testing options in conjunction with best-in-class service and support, we can redefine the way medicine is managed for patients and clinicians alike. Since integrating with our therapeutic development business, Fulgent is also developing drug candidates for treating a broad range of cancers using a novel nanoencapsulation and targeted therapy platform. By merging our fields of expertise, we aim to become a fully integrated precision medicine company. Summary of Position Histology Laboratory Managers are responsible for overseeing daily routine laboratory operations on a designated shift to ensure that all policies and procedures are carried out, schedules are consistent with workflow plans, and the department meets production requirements while maintaining adherence to Quality Control (QC) and regulatory guidelines. Key Job Elements Provide daily supervision of moderate complexity test performance for routine histology functions including processing, embedding, microtomy, and staining. Maintain established performance and production standards, assure remedial actions are taken whenever test systems deviate from the laboratory’s established performance specifications. Assists with the selection, training, mentoring, employee scheduling, annual goal setting, performance evaluation and coaching of lab team. Evaluate the competency of laboratory personnel and assure employees maintain their competency to perform procedure, including, but are not limited to: Direct observations of routine patient test performance, including patient preparation, if applicable, specimen handling, processing, and testing; Reviewing quality control records, proficiency testing results, and preventative maintenance records; Directing observation of performance of instrument maintenance and function checks. Acts as first point of contact on technical, procedural, and policy questions. Keeps team informed of new processes and general updates. Assist with all histology lab tasks as needed. Qualifications Knowledge/Experience High School diploma or equivalent required; Bachelor’s in Science or Biology strongly preferred. Five (5) plus years in an anatomical pathology laboratory; two (2) plus years in a leadership capacity. Current HT/HTL(ASCP) certification strongly preferred. Expectation to perform bench level tasks at least 50% of the time. Requires a high degree of care and attention with strict adherence to defined clinical testing protocols. Demonstrated skills in technical data interpretation and ability to troubleshoot. Proficient in Microsoft Office Suite, specifically Word, Excel, Outlook, and general working knowledge of Internet for business use. Ability to work in a fast-paced, deadline driven environment. Manual dexterity to use common laboratory equipment and perform sterile techniques as required. Completes other requested tasks as necessary. Lab Specific Qualifications Visual acuity (including color discrimination) and analytical skill to distinguish fine detail. Ability to tolerate extensive periods seated and/or standing. Must possess ability to perform repetitive motion. Ability to lift up to 30 pounds. May have exposure to extreme temperatures, high noise levels, fumes and bio-hazardous material/chemicals including formalin in the lab environment. May be required to handle blood-borne pathogens and general laboratory reagents; handle live human specimens, tissues, and bodily fluid. Supervisor Responsibilities Yes Reporting to Senior Manager of Cytology & Anatomic Pathology Environment Fulgent Therapeutics LLC is an Equal Employment Opportunity Employer. The work environment characteristics described here are representative of those an employee encounters while performing the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodation may be made to enable qualified individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions. The term “qualified individual with a disability” means an individual with a disability who, with or without reasonable accommodation, can perform the essential functions of the position. This job description reflects management’s assignment of essential functions. Nothing in this job description restricts management’s right to assign or reassign duties and responsibilities to this job at any time. Please note that Fulgent (and its affiliated companies, including Inform Diagnostics and CSI Laboratories) does not accept unsolicited information and/or resumes from search firms or agencies for our job postings. Search firms or agencies without an applicable contract and/or express approval to recruit for the role in question — that choose to submit a resume or client information to our career page or to any employee of Fulgent — will not be eligible for payment of any fee(s), and any associated shared data will become the property of Fulgent.

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