Where does a cytologist work?

There are many places a cytologist can seek employment. Cytologists usually work in a laboratory in a hospital, working with a pathologist to help diagnose diseases for patients. You may also work for a commercial laboratory, helping to develop medical treatments. Research laboratories with non-profit organizations or government agencies hire cytotechnologists to investigate known diseases and examine samples to identify potential new illnesses. Experienced cytotechnologists you may move into a supervisory and administrative role and oversee other cytologists. After working in the industry for several years, you may choose to enter academia and teach courses in an accredited cytotechnology program.