FISH Coordinator, Cytogenetics Laboratory

Thisiscny; City of Syracuse (NY); On-site; USD 65,000 - 95,000; Full time

Job summary

Thisiscny in New York is seeking a Cytogenetic Technologist to perform routine and specialized cytogenetic procedures and microscope analysis, and to coordinate FISH activities.

Required qualifications include a Master’s degree in the chemical, physical, or biological sciences, and 2 years of clinical laboratory experience, or NYS licensure with 4 years' experience. Cytogenetics and FISH experience are essential; strong color vision is required.

Qualifications

• Must have Cytogenetics experience with FISH testing.
• Strong lab troubleshooting and data analysis skills.
• Excellent visual acuity and color discrimination required.

Responsibilities

• Performs routine and specialized cytogenetic procedures and microscope analysis.
• Serves as FISH Coordinator and coordinates related workflows.

Skills

Cytogenetics

FISH

Clinical lab exp

Education

Master's degree in chemical, physical or biological sciences

NYS Licensed Clinical Laboratory Technologist

Job description

Job Summary:

Performs routine and specialized Cytogenetic procedures and microscope analysis. Serves as FISH Coordinator.

Minimum Qualifications:

Clinical Laboratory Technologist, Masters degree in one of the chemical, physical or biological sciences, and two years of Clinical laboratory experience OR NYS Licensed/eligible to practice as a Clinical Laboratory Technologist and a minimum of four years of Clinical Laboratory experience. Experience in Cytogenetics required; specifically, fluorescence in situ hybridization (FISH) . Specific visual requirements include use of both eyes, depth perception, ability to distinguish colors and shades of colors

Preferred Qualifications:

BS in Molecular Sciences (Cytogenetics or Molecular Diagnostics. ASCP certification as Clinical specialist in Cytogenetics.

Work Days:

M-F 8:00-4:30

Message to Applicants:

Recruitment Office: Human Resources