From relia1 at earthlink.net  Wed May  6 12:09:31 2026
From: relia1 at earthlink.net (relia1 at earthlink.net)
Date: Wed, 6 May 2026 13:09:31 -0400
Subject: [Histonet] Histology Opportunities Moving Fast Let's Connect
Message-ID: <026701dcdd7b$20345a10$609d0e30$@earthlink.net>

Hi there Histopeeps, 

I hope you are having a great day! 

I?m touching base because hiring activity is picking up across many histology labs. 

Teams are moving faster than usual, And Many Full?Time, Permanent Roles Are Opening For Early Summer ? Day Shift Or With Generous Shift Differentials, Competitive Pay, Strong Benefits, And Relocation Or Sign?On Bonuses.

You don?t see a list here because a few of my RELIA exclusives have been getting leaked to competitors. 

To protect my candidates and my clients, I?m sharing openings directly instead of posting them publicly.

If you?re open to hearing about what?s available, just reply with where you?re looking and your ideal timing. I?ll match you with the roles that fit your background and keep everything confidential.

Hope your week is going well. 

 

 

Thanks-Pam 

"The secret of getting ahead is getting started." ? Mark Twain

Pam Barker
Histology Recruitment | RELIA Solutions
Winter Park, FL
407?353?5070
866?60RELIA
 <mailto:relia1 at earthlink.net> relia1 at earthlink.net

Trusted expertise for labs that need results.

 


From melissa at alliedsearchpartners.com  Thu May  7 15:36:09 2026
From: melissa at alliedsearchpartners.com (Melissa Owens)
Date: Thu, 7 May 2026 20:36:09 +0000
Subject: [Histonet] Take Your Histology Expertise Beyond the Bench-Histology
 Sales Rep Opportunity
Message-ID: <LV2PR11MB607178CF2E0411DE24D2AE21C33C2@LV2PR11MB6071.namprd11.prod.outlook.com>

Good Afternoon Histonet,

I am recruiting for a Histology Sales Representative career opportunity. This is for someone who would like to use their histology knowledge beyond the bench and transition into a customer facing role.

The ideal candidate will be living in the territory of Mass/New Hampshire/Connecticut areas.

If you have been thinking about transitioning your career beyond the bench or management please contact me directly to set up time to talk and review your credentials and resumes.

Have a great day!











From relia1 at earthlink.net  Tue May 19 10:28:11 2026
From: relia1 at earthlink.net (relia1 at earthlink.net)
Date: Tue, 19 May 2026 11:28:11 -0400
Subject: [Histonet] Late May Quick Check In: Premium Histology Talent
	Available Across 11 States.
Message-ID: <000201dce7a4$1c093310$541b9930$@earthlink.net>

Hi Histonetters and Histopeeps,

I hope your week is going well. 

As we move into late May, I am seeing labs finalize their summer schedules and begin locking in interviews for early June. 

Alignment is making a real difference.

Teams with clear timelines are moving faster and securing stronger candidates.

With that in mind, I wanted to share a quick update on the candidates I am currently representing. 

These are experienced, certified histology professionals who have engaged me to help them take the next step in their careers. 

They are not active job seekers and are not circulating resumes or chasing multiple offers. 

They trust me to bring them the right opportunities.

What does this mean for you? 

*	They are not jumping jobs for money. 
*	They are not taking perm roles while waiting for travel contracts. 
*	They are not using offers as leverage with their current employer. 
*	They will not leave you hanging while they entertain other options.

What they will do: 

*	Show loyalty, demonstrated throughout their careers. 
*	Bring roots and stability to your community. 
*	Commit to long?term professional growth. 
*	Become a reliable, collaborative part of your team. 
*	Talk With Me About Your Opportunity Because They Trust Me.

 

My current candidates are open to opportunities in: 

TN, AL, TX, AZ, CA, FL, CO, PA, MA, VA, and IL.

Every candidate I represent is experienced, certified, and known for being competent, dependable, and easy to work with. These are individuals who value fit, culture, and long?term alignment.

If You Have A Need In Another Area Please Let Me Know

I Am Happy To Check In With My Network For You!

If you would like a quick update on what I am seeing or want to talk through your next steps, I am happy to help.

 

Thanks-Pam 

"The secret of getting ahead is getting started." ? Mark Twain

Pam Barker
Histology Recruitment | RELIA Solutions
Winter Park, FL
407?353?5070
866?60RELIA
 <mailto:relia1 at earthlink.net> relia1 at earthlink.net

Trusted expertise for labs that need results.

 

 


From relia1 at earthlink.net  Wed May 20 12:02:20 2026
From: relia1 at earthlink.net (relia1 at earthlink.net)
Date: Wed, 20 May 2026 13:02:20 -0400
Subject: [Histonet] Off the Bench: A Smarter Career Move.
Message-ID: <000201dce87a$6df243c0$49d6cb40$@earthlink.net>

Hello Histonetters,

I?ve been noticing something important in the histology world, and I wanted to share it with you.

People who take a strategic, intentional approach to their next step, instead of jumping at the first opening , 

are finding positions with better stability, clearer expectations, and long?term growth. 

They?re not just changing where they work; they?re changing the quality of their work life.

I recently put together a short guide that explains:

? The difference between moving forward with intention vs. getting stuck in a draining search 

? The many directions available in histology that most people don?t realize 

? What labs look for when considering someone for higher?level, remote, or hybrid opportunities 

? How being in a permanent position can strengthen your long?term options 

? A simple way to map out your next step with clarity instead of stress

 

Read it here: https://www.linkedin.com/pulse/off-bench-strategic-career-move-vs-frustrating-job-search-pam-barker-xos6e 

 

I am working on some amazing opportunities throughout the U.S. just the kind that are the jumping off point my article talks about.  

Here are the locations:  FL CA OK TN WA WI   With new locations coming in regularly!

If you?re thinking about making a change or you just want to understand what options truly fit your goals, I?m always happy to talk it through with you.

 

Thanks, Pam

 

"The secret of getting ahead is getting started." ? Mark Twain

Pam Barker
Histology Recruitment | RELIA Solutions
Winter Park, FL
407?353?5070
866?60RELIA
relia1 at earthlink.net <mailto:relia1 at earthlink.net> 

Trusted expertise for labs that need results.

 

 


From beth.villarreal at novartis.com  Fri May 22 07:09:19 2026
From: beth.villarreal at novartis.com (Villarreal, Beth)
Date: Fri, 22 May 2026 12:09:19 +0000
Subject: [Histonet] safe tools for removal of specimens from cryostat chuck
Message-ID: <BL1P171MB0099292FBD71D84765A8BB8C9C0F2@BL1P171MB0099.NAMP171.PROD.OUTLOOK.COM>

Hello Histonetters,
We're reviewing our safety protocols, and I'm wondering what others use to remove OCT blocks from the chuck in cryosectioning.  Are there any new tools out there?

Thanks!
Beth Villarreal

From mashalsmom at gmail.com  Fri May 22 07:20:59 2026
From: mashalsmom at gmail.com (Emily Horst)
Date: Fri, 22 May 2026 08:20:59 -0400
Subject: [Histonet] safe tools for removal of specimens from cryostat
	chuck
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References: <BL1P171MB0099292FBD71D84765A8BB8C9C0F2@BL1P171MB0099.NAMP171.PROD.OUTLOOK.COM>
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Just flip it over and run a little hot water on the back of the chuck. The
OCT block will slide right off the chuck.

On Fri, May 22, 2026 at 8:13?AM Villarreal, Beth via Histonet <
histonet at lists.utsouthwestern.edu> wrote:

> Hello Histonetters,
> We're reviewing our safety protocols, and I'm wondering what others use to
> remove OCT blocks from the chuck in cryosectioning.  Are there any new
> tools out there?
>
> Thanks!
> Beth Villarreal
> _______________________________________________
> Histonet mailing list
> Histonet at lists.utsouthwestern.edu
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>

From mcokertx at gmail.com  Fri May 22 07:51:18 2026
From: mcokertx at gmail.com (Michelle Bell)
Date: Fri, 22 May 2026 12:51:18 +0000
Subject: [Histonet] safe tools for removal of specimens from
	cryostat	chuck
In-Reply-To: <CALXsmPFz_aczX3S=VnEqrDw0MoEu_EDqZbXd8swpdZ8sShRLwA@mail.gmail.com>
References: <BL1P171MB0099292FBD71D84765A8BB8C9C0F2@BL1P171MB0099.NAMP171.PROD.OUTLOOK.COM>
	<CALXsmPFz_aczX3S=VnEqrDw0MoEu_EDqZbXd8swpdZ8sShRLwA@mail.gmail.com>
Message-ID: <BYAPR01MB4166AB5BDC57509F787BDFD7AB0F2@BYAPR01MB4166.prod.exchangelabs.com>

Another option is to place the chick face down in the cassette and allow it to melt at room temperature.

________________________________
From: Emily Horst via Histonet <histonet at lists.utsouthwestern.edu>
Sent: Friday, May 22, 2026 7:20:59 AM
To: Villarreal, Beth <beth.villarreal at novartis.com>
Cc: histonet at lists.utsouthwestern.edu <histonet at lists.utsouthwestern.edu>
Subject: Re: [Histonet] safe tools for removal of specimens from cryostat chuck

Just flip it over and run a little hot water on the back of the chuck. The
OCT block will slide right off the chuck.

On Fri, May 22, 2026 at 8:13?AM Villarreal, Beth via Histonet <
histonet at lists.utsouthwestern.edu> wrote:

> Hello Histonetters,
> We're reviewing our safety protocols, and I'm wondering what others use to
> remove OCT blocks from the chuck in cryosectioning.  Are there any new
> tools out there?
>
> Thanks!
> Beth Villarreal
> _______________________________________________
> Histonet mailing list
> Histonet at lists.utsouthwestern.edu
> http://lists.utsouthwestern.edu/mailman/listinfo/histonet
>
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From eddessa at emory.edu  Fri May 22 08:37:11 2026
From: eddessa at emory.edu (Dessasau, Evan D.)
Date: Fri, 22 May 2026 13:37:11 +0000
Subject: [Histonet] [External] safe tools for removal of specimens from
 cryostat chuck
In-Reply-To: <BL1P171MB0099292FBD71D84765A8BB8C9C0F2@BL1P171MB0099.NAMP171.PROD.OUTLOOK.COM>
References: <BL1P171MB0099292FBD71D84765A8BB8C9C0F2@BL1P171MB0099.NAMP171.PROD.OUTLOOK.COM>
Message-ID: <DS0PR05MB9519C2E2E4A75376A73282CFAD0F2@DS0PR05MB9519.namprd05.prod.outlook.com>

Hi Beth, I saw an image of someone holding their chuck/sample against a heat sink.  I tried it and wrote the following.
If you have the "disk type " chucks like with the Epredia cryostats

  1.
keep a heat sink at room temp(This is not the same heat sink you use to chill your blocks)
  2.
protect the cut surface of the OCT block with a thin layer of OCT, allow to harden
  3.
place the heat sink on the back of the chuck and hold for a few seconds
  4.
apply pressure on your block as if to slide it off the chuck, as soon as you feel the give, the block should slide off the chuck.
  5.
immediately return the sample/OCT block to your cryostat chamber
  6.
Keep heat sink at room temp
A little water works great also if you have chucks with stems.



Thank you,

E-van

////////

Emory Univ.

EPC

Histology 2122A

954 Gatewood Rd.,

Atlanta,Ga. 30329

404-727-7744(on campus 7-7744) Lab



________________________________
From: Villarreal, Beth via Histonet <histonet at lists.utsouthwestern.edu>
Sent: Friday, May 22, 2026 8:09 AM
To: histonet at lists.utsouthwestern.edu <histonet at lists.utsouthwestern.edu>
Subject: [External] [Histonet] safe tools for removal of specimens from cryostat chuck

Hello Histonetters,
We're reviewing our safety protocols, and I'm wondering what others use to remove OCT blocks from the chuck in cryosectioning.  Are there any new tools out there?

Thanks!
Beth Villarreal
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From amosbrooks at gmail.com  Fri May 22 16:18:46 2026
From: amosbrooks at gmail.com (Amos Brooks)
Date: Fri, 22 May 2026 17:18:46 -0400
Subject: [Histonet] safe tools for removal of specimens from cryostat
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References: <mailman.1.1779469202.12497.histonet@lists.utsouthwestern.edu>
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Hi,
     Just hold the chuck in your hand. The chuck will warm the back of the
oct without warming the rest of the block significantly. The block will
separate from the chuck and you can store it however you want.
     I'm not a fan of running water on it if you intend to store it frozen.
The water will leave tons of ice crystals. The same is true to a lesser
extent in just leaving it out in room temperature. If you want to keep it
frozen then don't let the whole block warm up...just the chuck.

> Cheers,
Amos Brooks

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To: "histonet at lists.utsouthwestern.edu"
        <histonet at lists.utsouthwestern.edu>
Subject: [Histonet] safe tools for removal of specimens from cryostat
        chuck
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Hello Histonetters,
We're reviewing our safety protocols, and I'm wondering what others use to
remove OCT blocks from the chuck in cryosectioning.  Are there any new
tools out there?

Thanks!
Beth Villarreal

