Responsible for performing all assays done in
Clinical Genomics and Advanced Technology labs including Molecular Pathology
and Cytogenetics with accuracy and efficiency.
This is a full-time, 40-hour per week, day
shift position.
Responsibilities:
a listing of the key responsibilities:
For
Molecular Pathology: can perform and train on a variety of genomics testing
including but not limited to nucleic acid isolation, PCR (end point, real-time,
droplet digital), chromosome microarray, molecular infectious disease testing,
Sanger sequencing, Next Generation Sequencing, RFLP, and familiarity with
molecular automated platforms.
For
Cytogenetics: can perform and train on a variety of genomics testing including,
but not limited to cell culture, cell harvest, karyotype analysis, Fluorescence
in situ Hybridization (FISH),
epifluorescence microscopy analysis, and chromosome microarray (CMA).
Participates
in validation of clinical testing and development of new clinical assays to be
run in the Clinical Genomics and Advanced Technology Lab.
Maintains
quality control/quality assurance as designated by the genomics Lead.
Analyzes,
reports, and troubleshoots data generated from clinical genomics technologies
and assays such as but not limited to NGS, PCR, FISH, karyotyping, RFLP
analysis.
Has
proficiency in both LIS and EMR.
Communicates
well in oral and written fashion.
Writes
and reviews all applicable laboratory SOPs.
Responsible
for analysis of clinical testing proficiency samples to be reported to
regulatory agencies (i.e., CAP Surveys).
Performs
other duties as required or assigned.
Minimum
Qualifications:
Bachelors in a genomic related science,
with a strong academic record. A minimum
of 2 years of experience in clinical genomics or a related field required.
Minimum of 2 years of experience with
multiple clinical genomics platforms (as outlined above).
Moderate proficiency in Microsoft Excel,
Microsoft PowerPoint, and Microsoft Word.
Minimum of 2 years of experience with
various QC principles and analysis in a clinical laboratory (ex. CLSI
Standards).
Minimum of 2 years of experience with
routine and preventative maintenance, operation, and troubleshooting for
technical and software related issues.