Molecular Technologist I/II (High Complexity)

Tempus AI; Chicago (IL); On-site; USD 32,000 - 34,000; Full time

Job summary

Tempus AI in Chicago is seeking a laboratory professional to join our clinical genomics team. You will perform NGS data generation, QC, and routine molecular biology procedures in a CLIA-certified facility, ensuring rapid turnaround and high-quality results.

The ideal candidate has 1–2+ years in CAP/CLIA high-complexity labs, strong communication, teamwork, and a drive to advance precision medicine. Shift options include PM, AM, or overnight, with hourly compensation in the Chicago area.

Qualifications

• 1–2+ years of post-BS clinical experience in a CAP/CLIA high-complexity lab with NGS familiarity.
• Excellent communication and ability to work in an interdisciplinary team.
• Strong attention to detail and motivation to advance molecular oncology testing.

Responsibilities

• Perform routine quality control and laboratory procedures for NGS workflows in a clinical lab.
• Read and understand NGS SOPs; assist in editing/creating procedures and documentation.
• Maintain competency in molecular biology protocols and meet CEU requirements annually.
• Support training of other technologists and optimize training documents.
• Conduct routine diagnostic oncology testing with high quality in line with SOPs.

Skills

Excellent communication

Thrives in a fast-paced environment

Self-driven

Interdisciplinary teamwork

Attention to detail

Tools

LIMS platforms

Illumina sequencing

NovaSeq 6000

Job description

Passionate about precision medicine and advancing the healthcare industry?

Recent advancements in underlying technology have finally made it possible for AI to impact clinical care in a meaningful way. Tempus' proprietary platform connects an entire ecosystem of real-world evidence to deliver real-time, actionable insights to physicians, providing critical information about the right treatments for the right patients, at the right time.

What you'll do:

• Work with a cutting-edge genomics workflow to provide high-quality next-generation sequencing data with rapid turnaround times in a clinical laboratory.

• Perform routine quality control and laboratory maintenance procedures and proficiency testing in accordance with current laboratory SOPs:

• Read and understand NGS SOPs required to perform routine clinical workflow procedures. Participate in the review, editing, and/or creation of NGS procedures and documentation.

• Demonstrate mastery of NGS workflows, which are performed under direction of more senior and/or lead technologists and NGS supervisors, monitor and coordinate the training of other technologists, along with assisting in optimization of training documents.

• Perform routine diagnostic oncology testing using complex molecular-based procedures with a high degree of quality and in accordance with established SOPs.

• Maintain competency to perform all assigned molecular biology protocols and satisfy continuing education requirements of 12 CEUs in the field of oncology or molecular biology on a yearly basis in accordance with CAP, CLIA, NYSDOH regulations.

Qualifications:

Must have:

• The following educational requirements:

• Experience: 1 to 2+ years of post-baccalaureate (post-BS degree) clinical experience in a CAP/CLIA high-complexity laboratory (such as CORE, molecular pathology, molecular diagnostics, microbiology, or forensics/drug testing labs, etc), with at least 6 months to 1 year experience in NGS workflows and molecular biology testing techniques, such as nucleic acid extraction, library preparation, hybridization/capture and sequencing.

• Excellent communication skills.

• Thrives in a fast-paced environment.

• Ability to work with others to plan and carry out scientific programs.

• Self-driven and works well in an interdisciplinary team with minimal direction.

• Strong desire to build products that will save lives and change the course of cancer.

• Impeccable attention to detail.

Highly Desirable:

• Experience with robotics and automated liquid handling systems.

• Knowledge of LIMS platforms and various computer systems.

• Experience with Illumina (NovaSeq 6000) and next-generation sequencing.

• Work in an oncology or comprehensive genomics testing lab.

• Work in a CLIA/CAP high-complexity laboratory.

Please note that shift assignment is based on technical level, experience, and current business needs. Hiring Team will go through current open shifts during Interview Process.

Shift Options:

• Sun-Wed or Wed-Sat (+ skip shifts); PM
• Sun-Wed or Wed-Sat (+ skip shifts); AM
• 3rd Shift/ON: Sun-Thurs, 11p-730a or Tues-Sat, 11p-730a

CHI Hourly Rate: $23.25-$25.50

The expected salary range above is applicable if the role is performed from Illinois and may vary for other locations (California, Colorado, New York). Actual salary may vary based on qualifications and experience. Tempus offers a full range of benefits, which may include incentive compensation, restricted stock units, medical and other benefits depending on the position.

We are an equal opportunity employer. We do not discriminate on the basis of race, religion, color, national origin, gender, sexual orientation, age, marital status, veteran status, or disability status.