Molecular Medical Technologist

About the role

Eurofins Scientific is an international life sciences company, providing a unique range of analytical testing services to clients across multiple industries, to make life and our environment safer, healthier and more sustainable. The Medical Technologist-Molecular is responsible for analyzing samples, maintaining laboratory equipment, and ensuring accurate and timely reporting of results.

Responsibilities

• Perform a variety of laboratory tests on patient samples using automated and manual methods, including nucleic acid isolation, microarrays, PCR, qPCR, and NGS.
• Perform laboratory tasks such as extractions, library and control preparation, reagent preparation, plating to 96 or 384 well plates, data analysis, inventory management, proficiency testing, and quality control measures.
• Operate and maintain laboratory equipment, troubleshoot issues, and perform routine maintenance on instruments such as KingFisher, Hamilton MicroLab Star, MiSeq, Agilent Bravo, and others.
• Adherence and understanding of laboratory SOPs and processes surrounding specimen processing, results generation, laboratory safety, and all other policies and procedures to safeguard integrity of laboratory results.
• Maintain accurate record keeping utilizing Good Documentation Practices for daily quality control and corrective action for any laboratory protocol deviations.
• Participate in quality control and quality assurance activities to ensure the accuracy and reliability of test results.
• Identify and recommend process improvements to enhance efficiency and productivity.
• Assist in the training and supervision of laboratory assistants and other staff members.

Qualifications

Basic Minimum Education Qualifications: Bachelor of science degree in Biology, Biochemistry, or a related field. ASCP, AMT, AAB, or equivalent certification ideal.

Basic Minimum Work Requirements: Minimum of 1 year laboratory experience, Minimum of 1 year clinical laboratory experience preferred. Proficient laboratory skills such as use of micropipettes, multichannel pipettes, performing dilutions, and appropriate safety measures when handling samples and reagents.

Current knowledge of relevant regulations and compliance standards including CAP, CLIA, FDA, OSHA. Experience with molecular, molecular microbiology, and/or genetics in a clinical laboratory setting, preferred. Experience with Thermo KingFisher and QuantStudio, Hamilton MicroLab STAR, Illumina MiSeq and iSCAN, Agilent Bravo, Tecan Freedom EVO, preferred.

Skills

The Ideal Candidate Possesses the Following: Competent to work independently and cooperatively as part of a team in a fast-paced environment. Excellent analytical and problem-solving skills. Effective interpersonal skills, including written and verbal communication. Strong attention to detail and accuracy in performing laboratory tests and documentation. Commitment to maintaining confidentiality of patient information. Familiarity with laboratory information systems and proficiency in computer skills.

Benefits

• Excellent full-time benefits including comprehensive medical coverage, dental, and vision options
• Life and disability insurance
• 401(k) with company match
• Paid vacation and holidays

Schedule

Position is full-time working Monday - Friday, 8:00am - 5:00pm, additional hours as needed.