CYTOGENETICS TECHNOLOGIST

COOPER PEDIATRICS; Camden (NJ); On-site; USD 65,000 - 90,000; Full time

Job summary

Cooper University Health Care in South Jersey is seeking a Cytogenetics Technologist to perform routine and specialized laboratory tasks including microscope analysis, tissue culture, cell harvesting, and karyotyping on bone marrow, blood, and tumor tissues.

Candidates should have 2–3 years of FISH/cytogenetics experience, a high school diploma with a bachelor's in cytogenetics or related sciences, and ASCP CG certification preferred. Strong communication and problem-solving skills are essential.

Qualifications

• 2-3 years' experience in FISH and Cytogenetics preferred.
• High School/GED required; Bachelor's Degree in Cytogenetics or related sciences preferred.
• CG (ASCP) certification preferred; must maintain certification.
• Excellent communication and problem-solving skills; ability to work in a collaborative team.

Responsibilities

• Perform microscope analysis in the Cytogenetics laboratory.
• Conduct tissue culture, cell harvesting, and karyotyping.
• Handle diverse tissue specimens (bone marrow, blood, tumor tissues).

Skills

FISH techniques

Cytogenetics experience

Communication skills

Problem-solving

Education

Bachelor's Degree in Cytogenetics

Bachelor's in chemical/physical/biological sciences

Job description

About us

At Cooper University Health Care, our commitment to providing extraordinary health care begins with our team. Our extraordinary professionals are continuously discovering clinical innovations and enhanced access to the most up-to-date facilities, equipment, technologies and research protocols. We have a commitment to our employees to provide competitive rates and compensation programs. Cooper offers full and part-time employees a comprehensive benefits program, including health, dental, vision, life, disability, and retirement. We also provide attractive working conditions and opportunities for career growth through professional development.

Discover why Cooper University Health Care is the employer of choice in South Jersey.

Short Description

The Cytogenetics Technologist performs routine and specialized activities related to the operation of the Cytogenetics laboratory including microscope analysis, tissue culture, cell harvesting, karyotyping on a variety of tissue specimens (bone marrow, blood, tumor tissues).

Experience Required

2-3 years' experience in FISH and Cytogenetics preferred

Education Requirements

• High School/GED required.
• Bachelor's Degree in Cytogenetics from an accredited college or university preferred OR Bachelor's Degree from an accredited college or university in one of the chemicals, physical, or biological sciences.

License/Certification Requirements

CG (ASCP) certification preferred; must maintain certification preferred.

Special Requirements

• Appropriate experience in lieu of certification may be considered.
• Excellent communication skills; ability to interact with internal and external
• Excellent problem-solving skills: ability to identify problems and offer solutions
• Ability to work in a collaborative team environment and respect opinions of others.