Molecular Technician (Contract)

About the role

The Molecular Technician primary responsibility is to assist with molecular laboratory processes associated with routine specimen processing and test performance under the direct supervision and control of licensed individuals. This may include assisting with the processing and testing of clinical specimens, maintaining lab organization and cleanliness, and adhering to quality control and quality assurance procedures.

Essential Duties and Responsibilities

• Afford efficient multitasking, maintain flexibility, and work as a team player to support sample processing according to multiple workflows and maintain established turnaround times
• Prepare and store reagents
• Able to follow instructions and strictly follow SOPs
• Immediately notify the supervisor of any specimen processing problems that may adversely affect the reporting of test results
• Assist with maintaining inventory materials and laboratory supplies
• Aid in preventative maintenance, troubleshooting, and quality control activities in accordance with the laboratory’s policies and procedures
• Complete other related administrative duties, including copying, filing, data entry, faxing, and quality control of spreadsheets
• Provide the highest quality of internal/external customer service
• Understand compliance regulations related to test ordering
• Perform all duties according to guidelines outlined within the quality systems
• Compliant with company policies, procedures, safety requirements and regulations
• May assist in research and validation activities
• Perform any other site/lab specific duties as assigned

Who You Are

To perform this job successfully, an individual must be able to perform each essential duty satisfactorily. The requirements listed below are representative of the knowledge, skills and/or abilities required. Reasonable accommodation may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

Education and/or Experience

• Associate’s, or higher, degree in one of the chemical, physical, biological sciences, or medical technology from an accredited institution required
• 1+ year of relevant experience in a laboratory setting
• Enthusiastic and demonstrated self-starter
• Excellent verbal and written communication skills
• The ability to navigate efficiently through, or have familiarity with, various laboratory information systems (LIS) and have proficiency in Microsoft Office products (Excel, Word, Access and PowerPoint)

Physical Requirements

• Repetitive movement of hands, arms and legs
• Repetitive movement of fingers (typing and/or writing)
• Sitting, with occasional walking, standing, stooping and moving about
• Exposure to general office environment conditions
• Occasionally required to lift up to 25 pounds

Pay

The final salary offered to a successful candidate will be dependent on several factors that may include but are not limited to years of experience, skillset, geographic location, industry, education, etc. Base pay is one part of the Total Package that is provided to compensate and recognize employees for their work, and this role may be eligible for additional discretionary bonuses/incentives, and restricted stock units.