Molecular Technologist I (Extractions)

About the role

Tempus seeks a highly skilled individual passionate about precision medicine and advancing the healthcare industry. This role leverages AI to provide real-time, actionable insights to physicians, enhancing treatment decisions.

Responsibilities

• Perform routine testing, quality control, calibration, maintenance and proficiency testing in accordance with current laboratory procedures.
• Execute complex molecular-based procedures with a high degree of quality and adherence to established protocols.
• Extract and quantify nucleic acids (DNA/RNA) using robotics and automated liquid handlers.
• Sterilize laboratory equipment and workspaces as assigned.
• Enter clinical patient data into the Laboratory Information Management System (LIMS).
• Obtain 12 continuing education hours in the field of oncology or molecular biology.
• Maintain competency to perform all assigned molecular biology protocols in accordance with CAP, CLIA, NYSDOH regulations.

Qualifications

• One of the following educational requirements: BS in medical technology, clinical laboratory science, chemical, physical or biological science.
• 0-1 + years clinical laboratory experience.
• Excellent communication skills.
• Thrives in a fast-paced environment.
• Works well in an interdisciplinary team with minimal direction.
• Strong desire to build products that will save lives and change the course of cancer.
• Impeccable attention to detail.

Desirable Qualifications

• Experience with robotics and automated liquid handling systems.
• Knowledge of LIMS platforms and various computer systems.

Requirements

• Must be able to work the assigned shift.

Benefits

Tempus offers a full range of benefits, including incentive compensation, restricted stock units, medical and other benefits, depending on the position. We are an equal opportunity employer.