Cytogenetics Technologist: Chromosome Analysis & Mentorship

University of Texas Southwestern Medical Center; Dallas (TX); On-site; USD 65,000 - 90,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

PPO medical plan

Paid Time Off

Tuition Reimbursement

Public Service Loan Forgiveness

Retirement Programs through TRS

Parental Leave

Wellness programs

Job summary

UT Southwestern Medical Center in Dallas seeks a Cytogenetic Technologist to prepare and analyze specimens, perform culture techniques, and generate karyotypes using ISCN standards.

You will mentor staff, help train students, and ensure compliance with regulatory requirements while contributing to education and research activities.

This full-time position offers comprehensive benefits including medical coverage from day one and opportunities for professional growth.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Biology, Medical Technology or related field.
• One year of training or experience in clinical cytogenetic field.
• ASCP Certification in Cytogenetics.

Responsibilities

• Collects and prepares biological specimens for cytogenetic analyses.
• Record patient demographics and history accurately.
• Cultures cells and selects appropriate media for specimens.
• Harvests cell cultures and prepares slides using standard techniques.
• Analyzes chromosome preparations and prepares ISCN-compliant reports.
• Operate and maintain microscopes and capture systems for imaging.
• Organizes workload and ensures quality control of data.
• Mentors Cytogenetic Technologists and assists in training.

Skills

Cytogenetics

Cell culture techniques

Karyotype analysis

ISCN guidelines

Education

Bachelor's degree in Biology / Medical Technology or related field

ASCP Certification in Cytogenetics

Tools

Inverted microscope

Photomicroscope

Biological safety procedures

Job description

UT Southwestern Medical Center in Dallas seeks a Cytogenetic Technologist to prepare and analyze specimens, perform culture techniques, and generate karyotypes using ISCN standards.

You will mentor staff, help train students, and ensure compliance with regulatory requirements while contributing to education and research activities.

This full-time position offers comprehensive benefits including medical coverage from day one and opportunities for professional growth.