Lab Technician I: DNA & PCR Techniques

Genesis Global Group; Pennsylvania; On-site; USD 45,000 - 65,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive Salary

Medical, Dental & Vision Insurance

401(k) Plan

Paid Vacation & Holiday

Job summary

MDL, a member of Genesis Biotechnology Group, is a CLIA-certified clinical laboratory in Pennsylvania, specializing in PCR-based infectious disease testing. We are seeking a Laboratory Technician to support specimen handling, labeling, accessioning, and molecular workflows in a fast-paced lab.

The role covers manual and robotic extractions, PCR setup, gel electrophoresis, sequencing prep, and data documentation while ensuring safety and patient privacy. Competitive benefits are offered.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in biology, chemistry, or a related science field.
• 9-month clinical laboratory technician training.
• Able to work in a CLIA-certified laboratory environment.

Responsibilities

• Print labels and attach requisitions to specimens.
• Accession multiple specimen types and photograph all specimens.
• Identify any discrepant information and file paperwork.
• Operate and set up thermocyclers for PCR and analyze results.
• Perform manual and robotic extraction (phenol/chloroform, RNA, and DNA).
• Handle gel electrophoresis and sequencing preparatory steps.
• Maintain safety and privacy standards in the lab.

Skills

Laboratory techniques

Education

Bachelor Degree in Biology, Chemistry, or related science field

Tools

Thermocycler

Pipette set

SYNGENE UV gel reader

Pippin Prep

Rotor-gene thermocycler

Bio-Rad CFX thermocycler

Job description

MDL, a member of Genesis Biotechnology Group, is a CLIA-certified clinical laboratory in Pennsylvania, specializing in PCR-based infectious disease testing. We are seeking a Laboratory Technician to support specimen handling, labeling, accessioning, and molecular workflows in a fast-paced lab.

The role covers manual and robotic extractions, PCR setup, gel electrophoresis, sequencing prep, and data documentation while ensuring safety and patient privacy. Competitive benefits are offered.