Molecular Oncology Lab Scientist: DNA/RNA Testing Expert

Socket.dev; Houston (TX); On-site; USD 68,000 - 88,000; Full time

Job summary

Texas Children's Hospital is seeking a Medical Laboratory Scientist to perform routine and special procedures to obtain data for diagnosis and patient care. You will verify specimens, prioritize workload, perform testing, troubleshoot abnormal results, and maintain quality control documentation.

The role requires a Bachelor's degree in a lab science and experience with DNA/RNA testing; various ASCP credentials are accepted to meet requirements.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in lab science or medical technology required.
• Experience with DNA/RNA testing and related techniques preferred.

Responsibilities

• Verify patient information and orders and resolve discrepancies.
• Organize workload to meet medical staff needs and avoid repetition.
• Perform routine and special testing, evaluate results and troubleshoot findings.
• Respond to STAT requests promptly and provide timely services.
• Maintain documentation and ensure quality control procedures.
• Train new staff and act as in-charge technologist when needed.
• Maintain inventory, QC, and instrument maintenance.

Skills

DNA testing

RNA testing

Molecular Oncology

PCR testing

Sanger sequencing

Microarray testing

Education

Bachelor's Degree in a chemical, biological, clinical or medical laboratory science, or medical technology

Job description

Texas Children's Hospital is seeking a Medical Laboratory Scientist to perform routine and special procedures to obtain data for diagnosis and patient care. You will verify specimens, prioritize workload, perform testing, troubleshoot abnormal results, and maintain quality control documentation.

The role requires a Bachelor's degree in a lab science and experience with DNA/RNA testing; various ASCP credentials are accepted to meet requirements.