Molecular Technologist

The Molecular Technologist shall perform routine molecular laboratory procedures and techniques used for the preparation, processing, and analysis of nucleic acid samples. All high-complexity testing and tasks shall be performed in accordance with established departmental and quality control procedures and laboratory approved protocols.

Essential Responsibilities:

• Performs high-complexity tests as authorized by the technical supervisors.
• Prepare human samples for analysis using genomic nucleic acid preparation techniques.
• Perform PCR (polymerase chain reaction), reverse transcription PCR, and Real time PCR techniques on nucleic acid samples.
• Perform Sequencing Techniques (eg. Sanger sequencing, NGS, OpenArray, etc.).
• Analyze results and data produced from the nucleic acid procedures (as above).
• Be proficient in using various software analysis programs and databases.
• Be proficient in computer software platforms .
• Develop, draft, and assist in creating and updating protocols.
• Maintain complete and accurate documentation and records.
• Perform quality control and quality assurance documentation in accordance with lab protocols and regulations.
• Test newly developed lab procedures and techniques, as directed and report on results.
• Perform case review prior to final report.
• Train other staff as assigned.
• Perform other related duties as qualified, trained and assigned.
• Position requires interaction with the receiving laboratory staff on a regular basis regarding specimens, cultures and other related matters.
• Position requires to accession specimens into LIS system.
• Laboratory tests, techniques and procedures will require periodic change. Therefore duties and responsibilities will be subject to change.
• Prepares reports, maintains records, administrative information, Prepares and presents work-related information to supervisor.
• Researches qualitative and quantitative methods in the appropriate laboratory specialty area. Performs statistical analysis on quality control and quality assurance monitors.
• Performs all assigned duties in a timely and efficient manner.
• Coordinates quality control activities with the supervisor. Coordinates proficiency program for the appropriate laboratory specialty.
• The technologist independently plans and carries out the procedures necessary to complete the work assignment and handles problems and corrects errors in accordance with established protocols or accepted laboratory practices.

Basic Qualifications:

Experience

• Minimum two (2) years of experience in a clinical or research molecular biology laboratory performing clinical molecular diagnostic testing procedures and techniques
• Education: Bachelor's Degree in biological or clinical laboratory science or a field related to genetics from an US-accredited college or university or equivalent.
• License, Certification, Registration: Technologist in Molecular Biology by the ASCP (American Society for Clinical Pathology or equivalent certifying body approved by the state) preferred.

Additional Requirements:

• Must have the demonstrated ability to perform clinical molecular diagnostic testing procedures and techniques as defined by the Employer.
• Must be able to analyze results and data produced from the testing and perform case review prior to final report.
• Ability to read and comprehend protocols, instructions, correspondence, and memos, and to communicate as the job requires.

Primary Location : Houston, TX
Hours Per Week : 40
Shift : Evening
Workdays : Tue, Wed, Thu, Fri, Sat
Job Schedule : Full-time
Job Level : Entry Level
Job Category : Laboratory
Travel : Yes

Work Schedule: Must be flexible on schedule

Job Types: Full-time, Part-time

Pay: $25.00 - $40.00 per hour

Benefits:

• Paid time off

Schedule:

• 8 hour shift
• Evening shift
• Monday to Friday
• Night shift
• Weekends as needed

Education:

• Bachelor's (Required)

Experience:

• Molecular biology: 1 year (Preferred)

Shift availability:

• Night Shift (Preferred)
• Overnight Shift (Preferred)
• Day Shift (Preferred)

Work Location: In person