Molecular Lab Analyst II - Newborn Screening & PCR

UMass Chan Medical School; Worcester (MA); On-site; USD 65,000 - 90,000; Full time

Job summary

UMass Chan Medical School is seeking a Lab Analyst II NENSP Molecular to perform laboratory assays for newborn disorder screening under Lab Management. The role requires competency in high-complexity molecular testing per CLIA and involves preparing reagents, validating protocols, and documenting quality control data.

Prior lab experience and the ability to work under moderate supervision are essential. Responsibilities include bench work for assay development, validation, troubleshooting

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in chemical, life or clinical sciences.
• Solid understanding of molecular biology theory from college coursework.

Responsibilities

• Perform laboratory assays with proper documentation as part of the section's analysts, following validated protocols.
• Adhere to established safety and privacy protocols.
• Support technical development, validation, performance and troubleshooting of laboratory assays.
• Assist in validation and troubleshooting of instrumentation used in screening procedures.
• Contribute to QC, QA, and competency data documentation in accordance with CLIA requirements.

Education

Bachelor's degree in chemical, life or clinical sciences

College-level coursework in molecular biology

Job description

UMass Chan Medical School is seeking a Lab Analyst II NENSP Molecular to perform laboratory assays for newborn disorder screening under Lab Management. The role requires competency in high-complexity molecular testing per CLIA and involves preparing reagents, validating protocols, and documenting quality control data.

Prior lab experience and the ability to work under moderate supervision are essential. Responsibilities include bench work for assay development, validation, troubleshooting