Cytogenetics Technologist 3 (UHealth Labs Transition)

University of Miami; United States; On-site; USD 60,000 - 90,000; Full time

Job summary

The University of Miami is seeking a Cytogenetics Technologist 3 in Miami, FL. This senior role performs advanced cytogenetic testing and interpretation while serving as a senior technical expert within the laboratory, supporting assay development, complex troubleshooting, and quality initiatives.

As a mentor and technical resource, you will troubleshoot complex issues, review others’ results, and help prepare for inspections. Requires Florida license and 3+ years of experience.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in a relevant field required.
• Minimum 3 years of relevant cytogenetics experience required.
• Florida Molecular Pathology Technologist license required.
• Ability to learn new procedures and adapt to changing priorities.
• Strong written and verbal communication skills.

Responsibilities

• Performs advanced and complex cytogenetic and molecular cytogenetic testing independently.
• Interprets cytogenetic results for accuracy and clinical relevance.
• Develops and validates new cytogenetic testing procedures.
• Provides advanced troubleshooting support to technologists.
• Monitors equipment performance and laboratory readiness.
• Mentors less experienced staff and participates in competency activities.
• Assists with inspections, audits, and regulatory surveys.

Skills

Learning agility

Teamwork

Technical proficiency

Communication

Education

Bachelor’s degree in relevant field

Job description

The UHealth Laboratories Department has an exciting opportunity for a full time Cytogenetics Technologist 3 to work in Miami, FL. The Cytogenetics Technologist 3 performs advanced and complex cytogenetic testing and interpretation while serving as a senior technical expert within the laboratory. This role supports assay development, complex troubleshooting, and laboratory quality initiatives.

CORE JOB FUNCTIONS

1. Performs advanced and complex cytogenetic and molecular cytogenetic testing independently.
2. Interprets cytogenetic results and evaluates findings for accuracy and clinical relevance.
3. Develops, validates, and implements new cytogenetic testing procedures and methodologies.
4. Provides advanced technical expertise and troubleshooting support to technologists.
5. Reviews testing results generated by other technologists, as assigned.
6. Identifies and resolves complex technical, analytical, and workflow issues.
7. Monitors equipment performance and ensures optimal laboratory functionality.
8. Participates in the review and revision of laboratory manuals and SOPs.
9. Assists with preparation for inspections, audits, and regulatory surveys.
10. Escalates unusual events, technical concerns, or unexpected results to leadership.
11. Serves as a mentor and technical resource for less experienced staff.
12. Participates in continuing education and advanced competency activities.
13. Adheres to University and unit-level policies and procedures and safeguards University assets.

This list of duties and responsibilities is not intended to be all-inclusive and may be expanded to include other duties or responsibilities as necessary.

CORE QUALIFICATIONS

• Bachelor’s degree in relevant field required
• Minimum 3 years of relevant experience required
• Valid State of Florida Molecular Pathology Technologist license required
• Knowledge, Skills and Abilities:
  1. Learning Agility: Ability to learn new procedures, technologies, and protocols, and adapt to changing priorities and work demands.
  2. Teamwork: Ability to work collaboratively with others and contribute to a team environment.
  3. Technical Proficiency: Skilled in using office software, technology, and relevant computer applications.
  4. Communication: Strong and clear written and verbal communication skills for interacting with colleagues and stakeholders.

This is a core job profile description and is not reflective of all duties that may be assigned to a specific position in each individual department. The above statements are intended to describe the general nature and primary responsibilities of this core job profile. Specific duties and tasks may vary based upon departmental needs. Other duties may be assigned to the above consistent with the knowledge, skills, and abilities required for the job.

The University of Miami offers competitive salaries and a comprehensive benefits package including medical, dental, tuition remission and more.

UHealth-University of Miami Health System, South Florida's only university-based health system, provides leading-edge patient care powered by the ground breaking research and medical education at the Miller School of Medicine. As an academic medical center, we are proud to serve South Florida, Latin America and the Caribbean. Our physicians represent more than 100 specialties and sub-specialties, and have more than one million patient encounters each year. Our tradition of excellence has earned worldwide recognition for outstanding teaching, research and patient care. We're the challenge you've been looking for.

The University of Miami is an Equal Opportunity Employer. Applicants and employees are protected from discrimination based on certain categories protected by Federal law.

Job Status: Full time Employee Type: Staff

The mission of the University of Miami is to transform lives through education, research, innovation, and service. A vibrant and diverse academic and healthcare community, the University of Miami and the University of Miami Health System (UHealth) have rapidly progressed to become one of the nation’s top research universities and academic medical centers in the nation. The University comprises 12 schools and colleges serving undergraduate and graduate students in more than 350 majors and programs.

Visit welcome.miami.edu/about-um to learn more about our points of pride. The University ranks No. 55 on U.S. News & World Report’s 2022 Best Colleges list and ranked No. 49 in the 2022 Wall Street Journal/Times Higher Education College Rankings.

Bascom Palmer Eye Institute is ranked the #1 eye hospital in the USA and offers some of the nation's premiere eye doctors to treat every eye condition for adults. Sylvester Comprehensive Cancer, part of the Miller School of Medicine, received the prestigious National Cancer Institute designation in 2019. The University of Miami and UHealth have also ranked among the Forbes Best Employers and Best Employers for Women on several occasions, most recently in 2022.

With more than 17,000 faculty and staff, the University strives for excellence, and is driven by a powerful mission to transform and impact the lives of its students, patients, members of the community, and people across the globe.

The University of Miami is an Equal Opportunity Employer. Applicants and employees are protected from discrimination based on certain categories protected by Federal law.