LAB TECHNOLOGY SPECIALIST - GENETICS.

Johns Hopkins Aramco Healthcare; Saudi Arabia; On-site; SAR 180,000 - 300,000; Full time

Job summary

Johns Hopkins Aramco Healthcare is seeking a Genetic Lab Specialist in Saudi Arabia to perform and supervise diagnostic genetic testing, ensure QA, support lab development, and assist in interpreting and reporting results in line with hospital policies and international standards.

The role requires strong molecular testing skills (PCR, NGS, FISH, RT-PCR, and more), adherence to regulatory requirements, and effective documentation. A senior-level background and English proficiency are essential.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Medical Laboratory Technology, genetics, molecular biology or equivalent required.
• Minimum 9 years in a licensed Medical facility with 5 years in PCR, qPCR, Sanger, NGS, or molecular pathology.
• English: Fully Proficient.

Responsibilities

• Perform various molecular testing procedures including PCR, NGS, FISH, RT-PCR, Karyotyping etc.
• Identify problems that may affect test performance or reporting; correct or notify supervisor.
• Document corrective actions when test systems deviate from specifications.
• Maintain confidentiality of patient files and logs.
• Identify complex problems and develop options and implement solutions.
• Document quality assurance and controls, maintenance logs, and results in LIMS.
• Maintain equipment and data integrity via calibration, cleaning, parts replacement, and running controls.
• Comply with safety, quality control, and accreditation requirements (CAP, CBAHI, JCI).

Skills

English proficiency

Regulatory compliance

Documentation

Integrity

Cybersecurity

Education

Bachelor's degree in Medical Laboratory Technology, genetics, molecular biology or equivalent medical laboratory sciences

Job description

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As Genetic Lab Specialist, he/she will be responsible for performing and supervising diagnostic genetic testing, ensuring quality assurance, supporting laboratory development, and assisting in the interpretation and reporting of genetic results in accordance with hospital policies and national/international standards.

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Operational Roles & Responsibilities

• Perform various molecular testing procedures include but not limited to PCR, NGS, FISH, RT-PCR, Karyotyping etc.
• Be capable of identifying problems that may adversely affect test performance, or reporting of test results and either must correct the problems or immediately notify the Molecular Genetics Consultant and/or Chief Technologist.
• Document all corrective actions taken when test systems deviate from JHAH laboratory's established performance specifications.
• Maintain confidentiality of patient's files and individual logs.
• Identifying complex problems and reviewing related information to develop and evaluate options and implement solutions.
• Documentation of quality assurance and controls, maintenance logs, results entered into a Laboratory Information Management System (LIMS).
• Maintains equipment and assures integrity of data by calibrating and cleaning equipment, changing parts, and running control samples through equipment for quality control.
• Complying with safety, quality control, and accreditation agencies requirements (CAP, CBAHI, JCI).

Education

Bachelor's degree in Medical Laboratory Technology, genetics, molecular biology or equivalent medical laboratory sciences.

Certifications

• SCFHS Classification and Saudi MOH Licensed
• American Pathologist Board of Certification (BOC) ASCP or equivalent is preferred

Years of Experience

• Completion of a structured internship or clinical training program
• Minimum 9 years' experience in a licensed Medical facility/Clinical laboratory as Lab Medical Technologist including minimum 5 years of experience in PCR, qPCR Sanger, NGS, and/or Microarray, or molecular pathology

Languages

• English: Fully Proficient
• Clinical Expertise
• Regulatory Compliance and Risk Management
• Documentation

Core Competencies

• Integrity
• Accountability
• Cybersecurity
• Person-Centered Care

Acknowledgement

Please note this job description is not designed to cover or contain a comprehensive listing of activities, duties or responsibilities that are required of the employee for this job. Duties, responsibilities and activities may change at any time with or without notice.