Clinical Molecular Lab Technician - PCR & NGS

Rocky Mountain Laboratories; Austin (TX); On-site; USD 30,307 - 37,195; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health, Dental, and Vision Insurance

Paid Time Off (21 days annually)

401(k) with Company Match

Job summary

A clinical laboratory in Austin is seeking a Molecular Laboratory Technician to join their team. Ideal candidates should have recent hands-on molecular experience in a CLIA-regulated laboratory, performing tasks such as PCR setup and manual nucleic acid extraction. Responsibilities include conducting tests on human clinical specimens, managing workflows, and ensuring compliance with quality standards. The role offers a pay range of $22–$27 per hour and full-time benefits after 60 days of employment.

Qualifications

• Candidates must have CLIA requirements for high-complexity testing personnel.
• Minimum 1 year of hands-on experience in molecular testing in a CLIA-regulated lab.
• 6 months of independent manual nucleic acid extraction experience.

Responsibilities

• Perform PCR and testing on clinical specimens.
• Independently execute full molecular workflows.
• Document and report test results as needed.

Skills

Molecular testing

Data analysis

PCR setup

Nucleic acid extraction

Attention to detail

Education

Bachelor’s degree in laboratory science

Associate degree in laboratory science

Tools

QuantStudio real-time PCR systems

KingFisher Flex extraction systems

Job description

A clinical laboratory in Austin is seeking a Molecular Laboratory Technician to join their team. Ideal candidates should have recent hands-on molecular experience in a CLIA-regulated laboratory, performing tasks such as PCR setup and manual nucleic acid extraction. Responsibilities include conducting tests on human clinical specimens, managing workflows, and ensuring compliance with quality standards. The role offers a pay range of $22–$27 per hour and full-time benefits after 60 days of employment.