Molecular Lab Technician — PCR & DNA/RNA Analysis

Molecular Designs, LLC; Austin (TX); On-site; USD 42,000 - 60,000; Full time

Job summary

Molecular Designs, LLC is seeking a Molecular Lab Technician to support day-to-day screening procedures in a new molecular testing laboratory. The ideal candidate understands PCR processes and will contribute with patience, empathy, time management, and professionalism with patients, co-workers, and providers.

The role requires a 4-year degree or equivalent in biology-related fields, with a Day Shift schedule (Tuesday-Saturday 9:00am-5:30pm) and CLIA-lab experience preferred.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in Biology, Chemistry, Biochemistry, or AS in Clinical Laboratory Technology.
• 6 months work experience in a CLIA-accredited clinical laboratory preferred.
• Ability to stand/walk for extended periods and to lift up to 20 lbs.

Responsibilities

• Evaluate specimens received and organize workflow to provide optimum efficiency of testing and turnaround time of results.
• Extract, denature, and purify DNA/RNA from assorted specimen types.
• Perform PCR sequencing methods.
• Evaluate results to determine interference, inhibition, or other problems that arise during extraction, amplification, or sequencing of DNA.
• Perform quality control, validation, and other quality activities to verify performance of clinical assays.
• Maintain equipment by performing assigned maintenance activities and troubleshoot unexpected problems with equipment.
• Record data to monitor temperatures of incubation equipment.
• Operate complex equipment and computer programs related to equipment.
• Maintain a neat and clean work environment.
• Perform proficiency testing to maintain compliance with regulatory agencies.
• Assist in writing and maintaining standard operating procedures for clinical assays.
• Follow laboratory policies and procedures such as attendance and time reporting policies.

Skills

Time management

Patience

Empathy

Professionalism

Education

Bachelor’s degree in Biology/Chemistry/Biochemistry

AS in Clinical Laboratory Technology

Job description

Molecular Designs, LLC is seeking a Molecular Lab Technician to support day-to-day screening procedures in a new molecular testing laboratory. The ideal candidate understands PCR processes and will contribute with patience, empathy, time management, and professionalism with patients, co-workers, and providers.

The role requires a 4-year degree or equivalent in biology-related fields, with a Day Shift schedule (Tuesday-Saturday 9:00am-5:30pm) and CLIA-lab experience preferred.