Histopathology Technician (m/f)

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Job Summary: We are seeking a Histopathology Technician to join the team at CUF Descobertas Hospital, providing technical support in cytology and molecular biology. Key Highlights: 1. Technical support in cytopathology and performance of histopathological examinations. 2. Performance of molecular biology techniques (HPV and STIs). 3. Integration into a solid, innovative company with continuous training. We are a 100% Portuguese company and a leader in delivering excellence in healthcare in Portugal. With an 80-year history, CUF was founded with the purpose of caring for people and their families. Today, growing steadily, we serve all Portuguese citizens who entrust us with their health and well-being—throughout life—with humanity and excellence. Together, we aim to do more and care better. We are currently recruiting a **Histopathology Technician** (m/f) to join the **CUF Descobertas Hospital** team. **Why CUF?** At CUF, we believe that caring for our employees is essential to continuing to deliver high-quality healthcare. We offer a wide range of diagnostic and therapeutic resources, incorporating the most up-to-date technologies, to foster the daily development of our employees. **How will you make a difference?** * Provide technical support during cytology/fine-needle aspiration consultations and ensure the performance of histopathological examinations within the cytopathology department; * Perform molecular biology techniques (HPV and STI testing); * Carry out the technical component of Frozen Section Examinations; * Conduct cytology screening; * Maintain archives of surgical specimens, paraffin blocks, and slides from analyzed cases; **What do you need to succeed in this role?** * Bachelor’s degree in Histopathology, Cytology and Forensic Pathology or Laboratory Biomedical Sciences, and professional license **(mandatory);** * Specific training in macroscopy **(preferred);** * Professional experience in histology **(preferred);** * Availability for rotating shifts **(mandatory).** **How do we care for you?** * Direct employment contract with CUF; * Integration into a solid, innovative, and growing company; * Initial and ongoing training through the CUF Training Academy; * Recognition and professional growth and development opportunities for our people; * Preventive health and well-being initiatives; * Family-friendly employer, recognizing the importance of balancing professional, personal, and family life, with benefits designed accordingly. **At CUF, we recognize the effort and dedication of our teams and therefore continuously invest in improving well-being and working conditions to positively impact your role.** **We value diversity and inclusion. We commit to the principle of equality across all recruitment and selection processes and to non-discrimination based on, among others, age, gender, sexual orientation, gender identity, marital status, family situation, origin, social condition, disability, or any other potentially discriminatory factor, thereby promoting a fair and equitable workplace for everyone.** **Join a team that cares for you while caring for others!**