Lab Technician- Night Shift

Molecular Designs, LLC; Birmingham (AL); On-site; USD 25,000 - 35,000; Full time

Job summary

Streamline Scientific in Birmingham, AL is seeking a Molecular Lab Technician (MLT) to support day-to-day screening in our molecular testing laboratory. The role emphasizes PCR, DNA/RNA extraction, and sequencing work, along with quality control, SOP upkeep, and safety compliance.

Candidates should have a four-year degree or an applied science associate degree and demonstrate reliability for night shifts. The position offers hands-on lab experience in a regulated setting with potential for

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in Biology, Chemistry, Biochemistry, OR Associate’s in Applied Science Degree in Clinical Laboratory Technology.
• 6 months work experience in a CLIA-accredited clinical laboratory preferred.
• Ability to manage change and stand/walk for extended periods of time; lift up to 20 lbs.

Responsibilities

• Evaluate specimens and organize workflow to optimize testing turnaround time.
• Extract, denature, and purify DNA/RNA from diverse specimen types.
• Perform PCR sequencing methods.
• Evaluate results for interference, inhibition, or other issues during extraction, amplification or sequencing.
• Perform quality control, validation, and other quality activities for clinical assays.
• Maintain equipment with routine maintenance and troubleshoot issues.
• Record temperature data for incubation equipment.
• Operate complex equipment and related computer programs.
• Maintain a clean and organized work environment.
• Assist in writing and maintaining SOPs for clinical assays.
• Follow laboratory policies such as attendance and time reporting.

Skills

PCR process

DNA/RNA extraction

Quality control

Education

Bachelor’s degree in Biology, Chemistry, Biochemistry

Associate’s in Applied Science Degree in Clinical Laboratory Technology

Job description

Streamline Scientific - Birmingham, AL 35243

Overview

Position Type

Full Time

Job Shift

NIght

4 Year Degree

Category

Biotech

Description

We're looking for a Molecular Lab Technician (MLT) to help with day-to-day screening procedures for our molecular testing laboratory.

We’re seeking a highly driven, motivated, and experienced Lab Technician that understands the PCR process, its importance, and work through each complex step with the upmost efficiency. The ideal Lab Technician will have patience, empathy, time management, and professionalism with patients, co-workers, and providers.

Job Responsibilities

• Evaluate specimens received and organize workflow to provide optimum efficiency of testing and turnaround time of results
• Extract, denature, and purify DNA/RNA from assorted specimen types
• Perform PCR sequencing methods
• Evaluate results to determine interference, inhibition, or other problems that arise during extraction, amplification, or sequencing of DNA
• Perform quality control, validation, and other quality activities to verify performance of clinical assays
• Maintain equipment by performing assigned maintenance activities and troubleshoot unexpected problems with equipment
• Record data to monitor temperatures of incubation equipment
• Operate complex equipment and computer programs related to equipment
• Maintain a neat and clean work environment
• Perform proficiency testing to maintain compliance with regulatory agencies
• Assist in writing and maintaining standard operating procedures for clinical assays
• Follow laboratory policies and procedures such as attendance and time reporting policies

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in Biology, Chemistry, Biochemistry,ORAssociate’s in Applied Science Degree in Clinical Laboratory Technology
• 6 months work experience in a CLIA-accredited clinical laboratory preferred
• Ability to manage change, stand/walk for extended periods of time without resting, and to carry up to 20lbs in weight

Schedule:

Four 10-hour shifts Monday - Friday 9:00pm-7:30am. Either Tuesday or Wednesday Off.