Molecular Diagnostics Technologist - Genomics & NGS

EGL Esoterix Genetic Labs LLC; Westborough (MA); On-site; USD 30,000 - 50,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical

Dental

Vision

Life Insurance

STD/LTD

401(k)

PTO/FTO

Tuition Reimbursement

Employee Stock Purchase Plan

Job summary

Labcorp in Westborough, MA is seeking a Molecular Technologist to perform complex molecular testing, including NGS and PCR, and to analyze patient results per SOPs. The role emphasizes accurate documentation, reagent preparation, and contributing to process improvements within a high-volume lab.

Minimum qualifications include a bachelor’s in a chemical/biological science or MLS, with 1+ year of clinical lab testing experience; ASCP or AMT certification is preferred.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in a Chemical or Biological science, Clinical Laboratory Science or Medical Technology
• 1 year or more of clinical laboratory testing experience OR an MLS degree
• ASCP or AMT certification preferred
• Prior molecular techniques experience, such as DNA extraction, PCR, sequencing, NGS, genotyping, is highly desired

Responsibilities

• Perform complex molecular-based procedures, including NGS, with a high degree of quality and in accordance to established protocols
• Maintain complete documentation for all steps of the processes per the SOPs
• Prepare the appropriate reagents for all required testing
• Analyze and interpret patient test results in a timely manner
• Participate in the training of other technologists when requested
• Troubleshoot assays and reagent qualification issues
• Participate in verification and validation studies for process improvements, new equipment and technology transfers in the laboratory
• Take on independent projects and tasks beyond routine work
• Contribute to ongoing process improvement efforts

Skills

Molecular testing

Documentation

Team training

Education

Bachelor’s degree in Chemical or Biological science

MLS degree

Tools

ASCP/AMT certification

Job description

Labcorp in Westborough, MA is seeking a Molecular Technologist to perform complex molecular testing, including NGS and PCR, and to analyze patient results per SOPs. The role emphasizes accurate documentation, reagent preparation, and contributing to process improvements within a high-volume lab.

Minimum qualifications include a bachelor’s in a chemical/biological science or MLS, with 1+ year of clinical lab testing experience; ASCP or AMT certification is preferred.