Molecular Lab Technician I

DiaSorin; Austin (TX); On-site; USD 42,000 - 64,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive rewards package

Health benefits

Retirement plan

Time off programs

Wellbeing support

Job summary

Diasorin is seeking a Laboratory Technician I in Austin, TX to support sample testing within Clinical Affairs. The role involves routine and non-routine testing, nucleic acid extraction, and molecular assays in a BSL-2 setting, with strong emphasis on documentation and adherence to SOPs.

The ideal candidate has an Associate’s degree in a related field and at least 1 year of molecular biology experience, including PCR and data recording.

Qualifications

• Associate's degree in Molecular Biology, Biotechnology, Biochemistry, Biology, Microbiology, Medical Laboratory Technology, or related scientific discipline.
• Minimum 1 year of hands-on laboratory experience in molecular biology or related field.
• Experience with specimen handling, sample processing, and documentation.
• Familiarity with molecular biology techniques including PCR and nucleic acid extraction.

Responsibilities

• Perform routine and non-routine laboratory testing according to established protocols and procedures.
• Conduct specimen receipt, handling, processing, nucleic acid extraction, and molecular testing activities.
• Accurately record, analyze, and document experimental and testing data per quality standards.
• Maintain complete, accurate laboratory records and documentation.
• Troubleshoot assay, instrument, and workflow issues, escalating concerns when appropriate.
• Adapt to changing testing priorities while maintaining quality and productivity.
• Follow all laboratory safety practices, SOPs and quality systems.
• Assist with inventory management, equipment maintenance, and workspace organization.
• Participate in continuous improvement initiatives to enhance efficiency and data quality.
• Perform other duties as assigned.

Skills

Molecular biology

PCR

Nucleic acid extraction

Documentation

Laboratory safety

Education

Associate's degree in Molecular Biology/Biotechnology/Related

Tools

Excel

Word

PowerPoint

PCR instruments

Job description

Diasorin is seeking a Laboratory Technician I in Austin, TX to support sample testing within Clinical Affairs. The role involves routine and non-routine testing, nucleic acid extraction, and molecular assays in a BSL-2 setting, with strong emphasis on documentation and adherence to SOPs.

The ideal candidate has an Associate’s degree in a related field and at least 1 year of molecular biology experience, including PCR and data recording.