Research Assistant

Join Excelya, a dynamic and innovative company committed to excellence and collaboration in the field of translational research.

As a Research Assistant in Histopathology, you will contribute to the preparation, processing, and analysis of biological tissue samples to support research projects across various therapeutic areas.

Key responsibilities include:

• Perform necropsy procedures and tissue collection on in vivo models in accordance with experimental protocols, ethical guidelines, and regulatory standards, ensuring accurate documentation of macroscopic findings.
• Conduct a full range of histology and molecular pathology techniques, including tissue processing, paraffin embedding (FFPE), sectioning, and staining (H&E, special stains such as Sirius Red and Masson).
• Execute immunohistochemistry (IHC) and RNAscope assays (simple or multiplex) using automated platforms (e.g. Ventana, Leica, COMET), ensuring reproducibility and data quality.
• Perform data quality control checks and contribute to the validation of study data in collaboration with pathologists and study teams.
• Carry out digital slide scanning and image analysis using specialized software such as Visiopharm and HALO, applying established algorithms and ensuring analysis accuracy.
• Support laboratory operations, including equipment maintenance, reagent stock management, and the preparation or update of SOPs and working procedures.
• Contribute to study reporting and documentation, including preparation of figures, tables, and scientific data summaries, and collaborate with cross‑functional teams to ensure smooth execution of projects.

• Education: Bachelor’s or Master’s degree in Biology, Histology, Pathology, or related life sciences field

• Experience: Proven experience in histopathology techniques and laboratory environments, ideally within preclinical, toxicology, or translational research settings

• Technical Skills:

-Strong expertise in histological sample preparation (fixation, embedding, sectioning)

-Hands‑on experience in histological staining (H&E, special stains)

-Knowledge of immunohistochemistry (IHC) and molecular techniques such as RNAscope

-Experience with automated staining platforms (Ventana, Leica, COMET) is a plus

-Familiarity with digital pathology and image analysis tools (Visiopharm, HALO)

• Languages: Good command of scientific English, particularly for documentation and reporting

Why Join Us?

At Excelya, we combine passion for science with enthusiasm for teamwork to redefine excellence in healthcare.

Here’s what makes us unique.

We are a young, ambitious health company representing 900 Excelyates, driven to become Europe’s leading mid-size CRO with the best employee experience. Our one-stop provider service model offering full-service, functional service provider, and consulting enables you to evolve through diverse projects. Working alongside preeminent experts, you will help improve scientific, operational, and human knowledge to enhance the patient’s journey.

Excelling with care means benefiting from an environment that values your natural talents, pushes boundaries with audacity, and nurtures your potential, allowing you to contribute fully to our shared mission.