Lead Molecular Technologist

NeoGenomics; Durham (NC); On-site; USD 85,000 - 110,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Tuition reimbursement

401k match

Employee Stock Purchase Program

16 days paid time off + holidays

Job summary

NeoGenomics is looking for a Lead Laboratory Technologist to supervise complex molecular testing and guide a skilled team in a fast-paced, on-site Durham, NC lab. You will oversee workflows, ensure quality results, and support production with strong safety practices.

The role requires a solid background in medical laboratory science, 6+ years of experience in high-complexity molecular testing, and ASCP MB preferred. You will train staff and drive improvements in the lab environment.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in medical technology or related scientific field.
• Six or more years of high-complexity molecular testing experience preferred.
• ASCP MB License preferred.
• Experience with molecular diagnostic testing/NGS preferred.

Responsibilities

• Perform complex laboratory tests proficiently and exercise independent judgment.
• Supervise technical personnel, monitor workflow, schedule, training staff.
• Lead department improvements and assist with documentation of performance verification.
• Review QA/QC records and address equipment and testing issues.
• Collaborate with Supervisor/Manager to maintain equipment and procedures; report results.
• Review, release results and communicate critical values to physicians per SOP.

Skills

Strong organizational skills

Effective communication

Independent and team work

Adaptability in fast-paced environment

Education

Bachelor’s degree in medical technology or related scientific field

Bachelor’s degree in chemical/physical/biological sciences with lab experience

Job description

Are you motivated to participate in a dynamic, multi-tasking environment? Do you want to join a company that invests in its employees? Are you seeking a position where you can use your skills while continuing to be challenged and learn? Then we encourage you to dive deeper into this opportunity.

We believe in career development and empowering our employees. Not only do we provide career coaches internally, but we offer many training opportunities to expand your knowledge base! We have highly competitive benefits with a variety HMO and PPO options. We have company 401k match along with an Employee Stock Purchase Program. We have tuition reimbursement, leadership development, and even start employees off with 16 days of paid time off plus holidays. We offer wellness courses and have highly engaged employee resource groups. Come join the Neo team and be part of our amazing World Class Culture!

NeoGenomics is looking for a Lead Laboratory Technologist who wants to learn to continue to learn in order to allow our company to grow. This is an onsite position with a Tuesday - Saturday, 3:00pm - 11:30pm shift, starting as a 12:00pm - 8:30pm shift for an undetermined period of time.

Now that you know what we're looking for in talent, let us tell you why you'd want to work at NeoGenomics:

As an employer, we promise to provide you with a purpose driven mission in which you have the opportunity to save lives by improving patient care through the exceptional work you perform. Together, we will become the world's leading cancer reference laboratory.

Position Summary:

As the Lead Technologist you will be responsible for complex laboratory procedures and handling all types of specimens submitted to the department for processing tasks assigned. You will also be assisting the department supervisor, participating in training all laboratory personnel, and coordinating and reviewing the work of assigned staff in addition to performing the full range of clinical testing procedures

Responsibilities

• Performs clinical laboratory tests proficiently in the department and exercises independent judgment in the specialty assigned
• Assists in supervising technical personnel by monitoring workflow to meet testing schedules; distributing and reviewing work assignments; scheduling; training employees on company and laboratory policies, procedures, techniques, and on equipment; resolving work-related problems of staff; and providing input for performance appraisals and disciplinary actions
• Leads and implements project improvements within the department
• Assists the Laboratory Supervisor/Manager with the documentation and daily completion of performance verification criteria of tests, reagents and equipment as requested
• Reviews QA and QC records in accordance with departmental procedures and reports all problems to the Laboratory Supervisor/Manager
• Works closely with Supervisor in the monitoring and correction of trends and problems in equipment operation, reagent usage and test procedures performance
• Performs advanced troubleshooting skills and works closely with the Laboratory Supervisor/Manager to maintain a proper working environment and resolving trends and problems associated with equipment operation, reagent usage and test procedure performance
• Generates incident reports when appropriate and enters corrective action taken to achieve resolution on appropriate QC sheets
• Reviews, releases test results and follows department’s procedure in reporting STATS or Critical results to the interpreting physician per department SOP

Education, Experience & Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in medical technology from an accredited college or university preferred. Bachelor’s Degree from an accredited college or university in one of the chemical, physical, or biological sciences with the addition of at least 1 year of laboratory experience/training/training course
• Six or more years of equivalent experience (high complexity molecular testing) preferred
• ASCP MB License preferred
• Previous applied experience with molecular diagnostic testing required, NGS strongly preferred
• Advanced understanding of general laboratory techniques with emphasis on department specific techniques
• Possesses appropriate computer skills to accomplish tasks
• Ability to communicate effectively
• Strong organizational skills and attention to detail
• Ability to work independently and within a team environment
• Must be able to work in a fast paced, multi-tasking environment and maintain production and quality standards
• Must be able to work in a biohazard environment and comply with safety policies and standards outlined in the Safety Manual
• Good visual acuity, including color perception required for certain departments
• Must be able to lift up to 50 pounds