Molecular Lab Technologist II: ctDNA Assays

MUSC Health; Charleston (SC); On-site; USD 52,000 - 89,000; Full time

Job summary

Medical University of South Carolina (MUSC - Univ) seeks a Laboratory Technologist II to carry out research under PI supervision, providing technical support for ctDNA-based assays development and validation. The role emphasizes safety and regulatory compliance within a high-complexity molecular lab.

The candidate will perform ddPCR analyses, document findings in ELN notebooks, assist with inventory and purchasing, and generate progress reports for project oversight.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in a related medical or scientific discipline or an associate degree/technical training with two years journey-level work experience.
• Physical requirements include ability to lift up to 30 lbs and work in various shifts and conditions as described.

Responsibilities

• Conduct experiments for research projects and perform molecular lab work focusing on ctDNA-based assays.
• Perform specialized molecular examinations for development, optimization, and validation of advanced assays for low-frequency variant detection.
• Document all research activities in approved laboratory notebooks and update data analyses.
• Generate reports for evaluation of project progress and performance.
• Assist supervisor with purchasing and inventory management of supplies and reagents.

Skills

Molecular biology

ddPCR analysis

Data analysis

Laboratory documentation

Education

Bachelor's degree in related medical or scientific discipline

Associates degree or technical training

Tools

ELN

PCR equipment

Job description

Medical University of South Carolina (MUSC - Univ) seeks a Laboratory Technologist II to carry out research under PI supervision, providing technical support for ctDNA-based assays development and validation. The role emphasizes safety and regulatory compliance within a high-complexity molecular lab.

The candidate will perform ddPCR analyses, document findings in ELN notebooks, assist with inventory and purchasing, and generate progress reports for project oversight.