Cytogenetics Technician II: Elevate Cancer Diagnostics

UT MD Anderson; Houston (TX); On-site; USD 44,000 - 66,000; Full time

Job summary

The University of Texas MD Anderson Cancer Center is hiring a Medical Technician 2 in the Cytogenetics department in Houston. You will process patient specimens, perform tissue culture, harvest, slide staining and scanning, and ensure testing follows established procedures to deliver reliable results for cancer care teams.

You'll manage workflow, assist with inventory, maintain instruments, and mentor new personnel while upholding quality control and customer service.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's Degree in basic sciences required.

Responsibilities

• Perform tissue culture, harvest, slide staining and scanning for cytogenetic analysis.
• Evaluate specimen integrity and report unacceptable specimens.
• Maintain inventory, instruments and quality control per procedures.
• Instruct new staff on cytogenetic theories and processes.
• Prioritize workflow to meet productivity goals and ensure proper documentation.

Education

Bachelor's Degree in basic sciences

Job description

The University of Texas MD Anderson Cancer Center is hiring a Medical Technician 2 in the Cytogenetics department in Houston. You will process patient specimens, perform tissue culture, harvest, slide staining and scanning, and ensure testing follows established procedures to deliver reliable results for cancer care teams.

You'll manage workflow, assist with inventory, maintain instruments, and mentor new personnel while upholding quality control and customer service.