Supervisor, Histology

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The people of Memorial Sloan Kettering Cancer Center (MSK) are united by a singular mission: ending cancer for life. Our specialized care teams provide personalized, compassionate, expert care to patients of all ages. Informed by basic research done at our Sloan Kettering Institute, scientists across MSK collaborate to conduct innovative translational and clinical research that is driving a revolution in our understanding of cancer as a disease and improving the ability to prevent, diagnose, and treat it. MSK is dedicated to training the next generation of scientists and clinicians, who go on to pursue our mission at MSK and around the globe.

Exciting Opportunity at MSK: We are seeking a Supervisor, Histology to support the day-to-day operations of our Autopsy, IHC, Digital scanning and Histology services. This role partners closely with the Histology Manager and pathologists to ensure high-quality, compliant, and efficient laboratory operations while providing hands-on leadership to a diverse technical team. The Supervisor plays a key role in staff development, workflow optimization, and maintaining the technical excellence that supports MSK’s mission of exceptional patient care. In addition, this role oversees operations of the evening shift technical and non-technical areas, ensuring adequate coverage, appropriate oversight, and timely escalation of issues as needed.

Role Overview:

• Support the Histology Manager in overseeing daily operations of the Autopsy, IHC, Digital Scanning and Histology laboratories.

• Provide direct supervision and guidance to histotechnologists, lab aides, dieners, and gross room assistants

• Serve as a technical resource for staff and physicians, assisting with complex procedures, troubleshooting, and special projects

• Ensure compliance with institutional policies, regulatory standards, quality control, and safety requirements

• Coordinate staffing, scheduling, and workflow to meet routine, urgent, and same-day diagnostic needs

• Oversee staff training, onboarding, competency assessment, and ongoing professional development

• Monitor laboratory operations, equipment performance, and procedural workflows; recommend and implement improvements

• Perform routine and specialized histology procedures as needed to support workload and staffing needs

• Oversee the operations of the evening shift technical and non-technical areas, ensuring adequate coverage, appropriate oversight, and timely escalation of issues as needed.

Key Qualifications:

• Associate’s or Bachelor’s degree in Medical Technology, Clinical Laboratory Science, Biology, Chemistry, or a related physical science from a NYSED-registered (or equivalent) licensure-qualifying program

• 4–7 years of progressive histology laboratory experience

• Active New York State Clinical Laboratory Technologist or Histotechnologist License

Core Skills:

• Operational Leadership – Ability to oversee complex workflows and ensure smooth, efficient daily operations

• People Management & Development – Experience leading teams, supporting onboarding, coaching performance, and fostering professional growth

• Quality & Compliance Mindset – Strong understanding of regulatory standards and commitment to safety, accuracy, and continuous improvement

• Analytical Problem Solving – Capable of identifying issues, evaluating options, and implementing practical solutions in real time

• Clear Communication & Collaboration – Effectively communicates with staff, physicians, and leadership to drive alignment and results

Additional Information:

• Schedule - 3-11 pm or 4 pm – 12 am, Mon-Friday

• Location - Main hospital campus, 1275 York Avenue, New York, NY

• Reports to - Associate Director, Laboratory Medicine

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