Cytogenetics Lab Technologist - Chromosome & FISH Analysis

Medical University of South Carolina; Charleston (SC); Hybrid; USD 52,000 - 83,000; Full time

Job summary

Medical University of South Carolina seeks a Laboratory Technologist specialized in cytogenetics to analyze chromosomes and FISH data from bone marrow, blood, amniotic fluid and tissues. This role ensures accuracy in high‑complexity testing and maintains specimen integrity across all workflow stages.

You will perform cell culture preparation, banding, and FISH setup, with data entry into EPIC and strict adherence to professional standards and MUSC conduct policies.

Qualifications

• Bachelor of Science degree in Medical Technology or relevant medical/scientific discipline.
• Certification as a Medical Laboratory Scientist by ASCP BOC or equivalent preferred at hire; if not certified, certification must be obtained within the first year.

Responsibilities

• Independently perform chromosome analysis for genetic disease (hematologic and constitutional).
• Perform cell culture work – set‑up, harvest, slide preparation, slide banding, FISH setup and reagent preparation for various specimen types.
• Enter results and data into EPIC and perform checks to minimize clerical errors while reporting abnormal results.
• Maintain documentation for QC/QA logs and ensure specimen integrity throughout workflow.

Job description

Medical University of South Carolina seeks a Laboratory Technologist specialized in cytogenetics to analyze chromosomes and FISH data from bone marrow, blood, amniotic fluid and tissues. This role ensures accuracy in high‑complexity testing and maintains specimen integrity across all workflow stages.

You will perform cell culture preparation, banding, and FISH setup, with data entry into EPIC and strict adherence to professional standards and MUSC conduct policies.