Cytogenetics Technologist — Genomics Lab Pro

Northwestern Memorial Healthcare; Chicago (IL); On-site; USD 60,000 - 80,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Tuition reimbursement

Loan forgiveness

401(k) matching

Lifecycle benefits

Job summary

Northwestern Medicine is seeking a Cytogenetics Technologist to join our Lab team. You will perform comprehensive cytogenetic analysis, involving tissue culture, cell harvesting, slide preparation, banding, and chromosome analysis, with FISH and DNA/microarray as needed.

You will ensure proper pre- and post-analytic workflow, verify orders, and manage specimen labeling and handling while maintaining quality and safety standards. Strong attention to detail is required.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Medical Technology or closely related field.
• One year of work experience in a cytogenetics laboratory or CG (ASCP) eligible or CG (ASCP) certified.

Responsibilities

• Performs cytogenetic analysis including tissue culture, cell harvesting, slide preparation, banding, and chromosome analysis.
• Conducts FISH and DNA/microarray analyses as required and drafts reports.
• Manages pre-analytic and post-analytic workflow, verification of orders, specimens labeling, and sample handling.

Education

Bachelor's degree in Medical Technology

Job description

Northwestern Medicine is seeking a Cytogenetics Technologist to join our Lab team. You will perform comprehensive cytogenetic analysis, involving tissue culture, cell harvesting, slide preparation, banding, and chromosome analysis, with FISH and DNA/microarray as needed.

You will ensure proper pre- and post-analytic workflow, verify orders, and manage specimen labeling and handling while maintaining quality and safety standards. Strong attention to detail is required.