Digital Pathology Associate I

This role is a shift: Wednesday - Sunday 6:00am - 2:30pm

Position Summary

The Digital Pathology Associate I (DPA I) is an entry-level role within the pathology pre-view program, responsible for the initial review of digitized pathology slide images using the Nervalence software platform. Utilizing heat map technology, the DPA I identifies key areas of interest to assist pathologist in their tissue section assessments. This role is essential to the daily operations and workflow productivity of the pre-view team, ensuring that all slides are reviewed in accordance with the established standards and procedures of the pre-view program. Additional responsibilities may include slide scanning, image analysis and other assigned tasks to support digital pathology operations as needed. The ideal candidate will demonstrate a strong interest in pathology, maintain a high level of attention to detail, and portray the ability to collaborate effectively with other team members. Strong organizational skills and the ability to manage a high volume of slides are critical for success in this role.

What you’ll be doing:

• Conduct visual evaluations of slide images during the initial review process using the Nervalence software platform and heatmap technology.
• Accurately identify anatomical structures within the tissue samples and distinguish between the presence and absence of target protein expression.
• Identifying and reporting potential issues (e.g., blurry scans, staining inconsistencies), and communicating findings to the appropriate personnel.
• Capture and document photomicrographs for each case, following established guidelines.
• Maintain accurate and timely records of slide reviews, ensuring all data is entered accurately into the Laboratory Information Management System (LIMS).
• Adhere to standard protocols and procedures for slide handling, scanning, image analysis, and pre-viewing workflows.
• Ensure proper organization and achieving digital images following pre-view completion and after final pathologist review.
• Collaborate with cross-functional teams s as needed to support workflow and process improvements.
• Perform additional tasks assigned by the supervisor and/or manager, which may include general office duties such as filing, printing, and maintaining organization.

What you’ll need:

Knowledge, Skills & Experience

• Foundational knowledge of histology and/or pathology is preferred.
• Demonstrates attention to detail and ability to perform repetitive tasks with a high degree of accuracy.
• Comfortable using digital tools with basic data entry experience.
• Strong communication skills and a proven ability to collaborate effectively in a high paced and team-oriented environment.

Education, Certifications, and Licensures

• Bachelor's degree in biology, biomedical sciences, or a related field is required.

Other

• Combination of seated and standing work to complete the core functions of the role.
• Adherence to company safety policy and all other policies stated in the CND handbook.
• Ability to work onsite at the Company’s Scottsdale, AZ headquarters approximately five (5) days a week. Hybrid work may be available after completion of training.

Grow Your Career With Us

CND Life Sciences is a patient and employee-centric, future-focused organization. We know there is a patient hoping for answers behind every Syn-One test we perform, and this knowledge drives us day in and day out to be our best. We are dedicated, driven, and passionate with a strong sense of community and team spirit.

CND offers plenty of advancement opportunities and excellent benefits to include medical, dental and vision, STD, LTD, Life, AD&D, and 401K with an employer match and encourages a positive work life balance.

Our Mission

Since our founding, CND Life Sciences has been on a mission to advance the care of patients who face the potential diagnosis of a neurodegenerative disease. With long careers in research and clinical care, our founders set out to unlock deeper stories within the skin by detecting key pathological markers in the peripheral nervous system that had been previously out of reach.

Our Core Values

CND maintains core values that guide our work and mission every day.

Great science. It’s the foundation of everything we do.

Patients first. There is a patient hoping for answers behind every test we perform – we never forget that.

Clinician-minded. We are founded by physicians and dedicated to helping clinicians care for patients – we embrace this responsibility.

Quality core. We adhere to high laboratory standards and quality practices – it’s the only way to operate.

Always thinking. We are relentless in determining how we can innovate and do better – it’s just in our DNA.

Respect. We hold our employees, customers, partners, and suppliers in high regard – we succeed when we are aligned.

CND Life Sciences is proud to be an Equal Opportunity Employer. We celebrate diversity and are committed to creating an inclusive environment for all employees. We do not discriminate on the basis of race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, age, disability, veteran status, or any other legally protected status.