Lab Technician- Part Time

Streamline Scientific, LLC; Austin (TX); On-site; USD 30,307 - 41,328; Part time

Job summary

Streamline Scientific, LLC is seeking a Part-Time Molecular Lab Technician (MLT) for our day-shift in Austin, TX. The role requires a 4-year degree or equivalent in biology-related fields and up to 6 months of CLIA-lab experience. The MLT will support day-to-day molecular screening procedures in our new laboratory.

The ideal candidate is highly driven, patient, and professional with teams and patients alike, and will have a clear understanding of PCR processes and lab workflow.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree or higher in Biology, Chemistry, Biochemistry or an equivalent Clinical Laboratory Technology degree.
• At least 6 months of work experience in a CLIA-accredited clinical laboratory preferred.

Responsibilities

• Evaluate specimens and organize workflow to optimize testing and turnaround time.
• Extract, denature, and purify DNA/RNA from specimens.
• Perform PCR sequencing methods.
• Evaluate results for interference, inhibition, or other issues during extraction/amplification/sequencing.
• Perform quality control and other quality activities to verify assay performance.
• Maintain and troubleshoot laboratory equipment.
• Record data to monitor incubation temperatures.
• Operate complex equipment and related software.
• Keep the work environment clean and organized.
• Assist in writing and maintaining SOPs for clinical assays.
• Follow laboratory policies and time reporting procedures.

Education

Bachelor’s degree in Biology, Chemistry, Biochemistry, OR Associate’s in Applied Science Degree in Clinical Laboratory Technology

6 months CLIA-certified clinical lab experience

Job description

Job Details

Level: Entry
Job Location: Streamline Scientific, TX - Austin, TX 78738
Position Type: Full Time
Education Level: 4 Year Degree
Travel Percentage: None
Job Shift: Day

We’re looking for a Part Time Molecular Lab Technician (MLT) to help with day-to-day screening procedures for our new molecular testing laboratory!

We’re looking for 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 and Requirements

• 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, stand/walk for extended periods of time without resting, and to carry up to 20lbs in weight

This is a Day Shift position-Thursday - Saturday (9:00am-5:30pm)