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Supervisor, Histology Laboratory

UT Health San Antonio

UT Health San Antonio

People & HR, Operations
San Antonio, TX, USA
Posted on Apr 7, 2026
Supervises the technical activities of a histology laboratory and provides direction to laboratory technicians.
  • Experience managing histology services in a clinical or laboratory setting.
  • Experience using automated equipment and instruments including microscopes, microtomes, and other lab equipment.
  • Recent experience working with a wide variety of tissues in a laboratory or clinical setting.
  • Ability to maintain strict protocols of all confidential or sensitive information.
  • Ability to collaborate and gain cooperation in a team-oriented environment.
  • Strong verbal, written and interpersonal communication skills.

  • Manages technical histology services, training technicians and staff, to maintain an efficient laboratory environment.
  • Researches and develops new procedures to ensure quality control and efficiency of operation for the histology laboratory.
  • Manages inventory and maintenance of supplies throughout the laboratory.
  • Oversees the maintenance of processors, strainers, cover slipper, decal station, lab chemicals and dyes, and bio-hazard waste.
  • Assist pathologists and researchers with clinical cases and projects.
  • Performs quality control and quality assurance on a daily basis for clinical and research cases before they are sent out to researchers or Pathologists.
  • Performs all other duties as assigned.