MOLECULAR GENOMIC ANALYST I- WDL - (FULL-TIME 1ST SHIFT)

Wisconsin Diagnostic Laboratories; Milwaukee (WI); On-site; USD 60,000 - 75,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Paid Time Off

Growth opportunities: Career Pathways

Career Tuition Assistance, CEU

Academic Partnership with MCW

Referral bonuses

Retirement plan - 401K

Medical, Dental, Vision, LifeInsurance

Short & Long Term Disability

Free Workplace Clinics

Job summary

Wisconsin Diagnostic Laboratories is seeking a Molecular Genomic Analyst I for our Milwaukee facility. You will perform high complexity molecular techniques, including NGS and Sanger sequencing, and provide data analysis, variant interpretation, and results reporting in a clinical context.

The role supports testing, validation of new applications, and timely communication of results. Expect collaboration across teams, SOP revisions, training of staff, and contribution to quality programs.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's Degree in a scientific discipline or medical laboratory science is required.
• ASCP or AMT certification within 18 months of hire or promotion into certification eligible position.
• Strong foundations in molecular genetic technology principles.

Responsibilities

• Acts as the subject matter expert in clinical diagnostic laboratory providing molecular diagnosis of genetic disease.
• Performs and interprets genetic sequences (NGS, Sanger sequencing, qPCR, fragment analysis).
• Assembles sequencing results and interpretations of variants to determine clinical significance.
• Leads research and explores new molecular tests or methodologies for future implementation.

Skills

Molecular genetics

Communication

Education

Bachelor's degree in science

Job description

MOLECULAR GENOMIC ANALYST I- WDL - (FULL-TIME 1ST SHIFT) - 178031

US:WI:MILWAUKEE | ALLIED HEALTH | FULL TIME 1.0

Posted 5 days ago

Description

Come join our team of innovative and unparalleled lab and support staff!

Wisconsin Diagnostic Laboratories (WDL) is a wholly owned subsidiary of The Froedtert & the Medical College of Wisconsin regional health network, which is a partnership between Froedtert Health and the Medical College of Wisconsin supporting a shared mission of patient care, innovation, medical research and education. Patient care is our top priority, from test orders to transportation of specimens to reporting of test results. We perform over five million tests annually with test capabilities that match the largest labs in the world, providing expert academic care in every community. We combine our robust test directory and expert faculty and staff with compassionate patient care and unparalleled logistical support. WDL specializes in delivering comprehensive, clinical laboratory services to clients ranging from large tertiary care centers to small community practices.

Wisconsin Diagnostic Laboratories (WDL) is an equal employment opportunity employer. Qualified applicants will be considered for vacancies without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, age, national origin, disability, veteran status or other category protected under appliable law. WDL will reasonably accommodate the disabilities of qualified applicants to permit them to perform the essential functions of the subject position.

Thank you for considering a career with Wisconsin Diagnostic Laboratories!

Location: US: WI:MILWAUKEE at our WI DIAGNOSTIC LABORATORIES facility.

FTE: 1.0

*1.0 FTE is Full-Time, any position less than 1.0 FTE is Part-Time, and .001 FTE is Casual*

Standard Hours: 40.00

• Positions with an "FTE" (full time equivalency) of .8 - 1.0 are eligible for full-time medical, dental and vision benefits. Positions with an "FTE" of .5 - .799 are eligible for part-time pro-rated medical, dental and vision benefits

Shift: 1st Shift

(9:00 am - 5:30 pm; Monday - Friday with Saturday rotations every 6 weeks)

Summary

The Molecular Genomic Analyst I performs high complexity molecular techniques such as NGS/Sanger sequencing and supports clinical testing by performing essential data analysis variant interpretation and results reporting. Performs validation of new applications while recognizing the clinical significance of each test. The Analyst maintains the confidential and sensitive nature of patient information results.

Responsibilities

• Acts as the subject matter expert in clinical diagnostic laboratory providing molecular diagnosis of genetic disease.
• Performs and interprets genetic sequences in the context of patient history and physician order (but not limited to Next Generation Sequencing (NGS), Sanger sequencing, qPCR, and fragment analysis by capillary electrophoresis).
• Assembles sequencing results and interpretations of germline and somatic sequence variants from patient samples within the context of inherited and acquired conditions to determine their clinical significance, by evaluating variant function, and genotype-phenotype relationships using scientific literature, current classification guidelines, and available genomic tools.
• Leads research and explores the possibilities of new molecular tests or methodologies for future implementation within the clinical laboratory. Assists with the validation of new applications in the clinical laboratory.
• Writes clear, communicable reports based on test results. Consistently follows established protocols for interpreting and verifying test results. Recognizes abnormal or inconsistent results and investigates appropriately and timely. Notifies leadership of potential problems immediately to avoid compromising patient care.
• Drafts, reviews and revises standard operating procedures as needed.
• Actively participates in teaching and training students, new employees, residents, fellows and medical students. Covers training materials thoroughly and provides information regarding the principles and theories of the technical procedures.
• Effectively performs problem resolution, equipment maintenance, reagent preparation, and test result data entry.
• Perform quality control of variant and c+A1linical analysis, interpretations and completed reports.
• Communicates with peers regarding instrument and equipment problems and notifies leadership in a timely manner. Documents instrument problems, providing details of the situation and results of the corrective action taken.
• Effectively communicates both verbally and in writing; addresses customer inquiries, requests, and concerns thoroughly, following through positively and appropriately; timely informs leadership of issues or concerns.
• Performs ordering of supplies and general lab housekeeping.
• Assists in competency assessments of employees. Assists in the design of the competency assessment program (e.g. quizzes, practical exams, etc.). Assists with proficiency testing.
• Participates in the maintenance of the departmental Total Quality Management (TQM) program.
• Assists in the preparation of monthly QC/QA reports.
• Performs audits as requested by leadership and suggests process improvement opportunities.
• Other duties as assigned.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's Degree in a scientific discipline or medical laboratory science is required.
• Prior experience in a regulated laboratory environment (e.g. CLIA, CAP lab) and one year of experience in genomic variant interpretation or other molecular techniques is preferred.
• Strong foundations in molecular genetic technology principles. Excellent written and verbal communication skills.
• ASCP or AMT certification within 18 months of date of hire or date of promotion into certification eligible position.

Perks & Benefits At Wisconsin Diagnostic Labs

Wisconsin Diagnostics Labs Offers a variety of perks & benefits to staff, depending on your role you may be eligible for the following:

• Paid Time Off
• Growth opportunity- Career Pathways & Career Tuition Assistance, CEU opportunities
• Academic Partnership with the Medical College of Wisconsin
• Referral bonuses
• Retirement plan - 401K
• Medical, Dental, Vision, Life Insurance, Short & Long Term Disability, Free Workplace Clinics
• Employee Assistance Programs, Adoption Assistance, Healthy Contributions, Care@Work, Moving Assistance, Discounts on gym memberships, travel and other work life benefits available