Molecular Pathology Technologist — Genomics & Oncology Lab

Mclaren-Health-Care; Flint (MI); On-site; USD 52,000 - 76,000; Full time

Job summary

McLaren Health Care, headquartered in Grand Blanc, Michigan, seeks a qualified professional to process specimens and perform molecular assays for cancer-related targets. The role covers FISH, PCR and NGS techniques, with emphasis on accurate nucleic acid analysis and quality control in a clinical oncology setting.

The candidate will work with leadership to develop and validate new molecular tests, ensure equipment reliability, and maintain rigorous QC procedures.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in medical technology or related field.
• Experience in a clinical oncology laboratory specializing in FISH, targeted amplification/PCR and/or sequencing (including NGS) techniques.

Responsibilities

• Processes blood, bone marrow and tissue samples for molecular detection of genetic markers associated with human diseases.
• Extracts, purifies, quantitates and analyzes nucleic acids from clinical specimens.
• Understands, performs and evaluates molecular techniques including FISH, endpoint, real-time and multiplexed PCR, traditional Sanger and massively parallel sequencing techniques.
• Perform automated and manual antigen and molecular-based tests for infectious diseases when required.
• In conjunction with lab and medical leadership, plan, perform, evaluate and implement new molecular assays as requested by clinical leadership.
• Ensures proper operation of laboratory equipment by calibrating; completing preventive maintenance requirements; following manufacturer’s instructions; troubleshooting malfunctions; calling for repairs; maintaining equipment; documenting QC, evaluating new equipment and techniques.

Skills

Molecular techniques

FISH

PCR

NGS

Clinical oncology lab

Quality control

Equipment calibration

Education

Bachelor’s degree in medical technology or related field

Tools

PCR machines

NGS platforms

Sanger sequencing

Job description

McLaren Health Care, headquartered in Grand Blanc, Michigan, seeks a qualified professional to process specimens and perform molecular assays for cancer-related targets. The role covers FISH, PCR and NGS techniques, with emphasis on accurate nucleic acid analysis and quality control in a clinical oncology setting.

The candidate will work with leadership to develop and validate new molecular tests, ensure equipment reliability, and maintain rigorous QC procedures.