Molecular Software & Equipment Specialist - Automation & QC

Jobvite, Inc.; Durham (NC); On-site; USD 85,000 - 110,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive benefits (HMO/PPO)

401k match

Employee Stock Purchase Program

Tuition reimbursement

PTO 16 days + holidays

Wellness programs

Job summary

NeoGenomics in Durham, NC is seeking a Molecular Software and Equipment Specialist to manage the life cycle of molecular software and equipment across clinical, technical, and quality domains. The role emphasizes maintenance, validation, and integration of new technologies to ensure high reliability.

You will collaborate with molecular operations, biomed, and external vendors, train staff, and support audits while supporting automation initiatives and regulatory adherence.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in Scientific or Technical Discipline or equivalent work experience required; Master’s degree preferred.
• 3 or more years of experience in a molecular laboratory, IT, or technical support role required.
• Automation System Certified preferred
• Certification in Coding Language preferred
• Demonstrate familiarity with molecular laboratory software, equipment, and automation systems, especially Hamilton Robotics, qPCR instruments, and sequencing instruments
• Maintain a basic understanding of molecular laboratory and/or analytical techniques
• Understand CAP/CLIA and FDA (GCP or GLP as appropriate) requirements

Responsibilities

• Lead maintenance, troubleshooting, and performance optimization of molecular software and equipment.
• Manage the Molecular Equipment Log and cold storage systems to support equipment life-cycle management
• Collaborate with the molecular operations team, biomedical team, and external vendors to minimize downtime
• Train operators on proper utilization and maintenance of molecular software and equipment
• Support validation, IQOQPQ, and integration of new software and equipment and advanced technologies
• Assist Technical Writer in creating and maintaining procedures and documentation
• Evaluate feasibility of new instruments and software and provide adoption recommendations
• Assist with automation system troubleshooting and optimization
• Ensure compliance with safety standards and conduct audits/quality checks
• Maintain records of equipment QC and collaborate with Molecular Quality Team for audits
• Act as primary contact for software/equipment activities with GDP verifications and MasterControl routing
• Up to 10% travel

Skills

Molecular lab experience

Automation systems

Regulatory compliance

Vendor coordination

Education

Bachelor's degree in Scientific or Technical Discipline

Master's degree

Tools

Hamilton Robotics

qPCR instruments

Sequencing instruments

Job description

NeoGenomics in Durham, NC is seeking a Molecular Software and Equipment Specialist to manage the life cycle of molecular software and equipment across clinical, technical, and quality domains. The role emphasizes maintenance, validation, and integration of new technologies to ensure high reliability.

You will collaborate with molecular operations, biomed, and external vendors, train staff, and support audits while supporting automation initiatives and regulatory adherence.