Molecular Technologist: PCR, NGS & Diagnostics

Thornton Tomasetti; Phoenix (AZ); On-site; USD 29,000 - 56,000; Full time

Job summary

Abbott in Phoenix, AZ is seeking a Molecular Technologist I to isolate and quantify nucleic acids, perform PCR and next generation sequencing (NGS), library construction, and other NGS‑related procedures in the Oncology Diagnostics unit.

Schedule: Wednesday–Saturday 2:00pm–12:30am. You will process patient samples, extract nucleic acids, build libraries, operate robotic systems, troubleshoot instruments, and uphold quality and safety standards.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in chemical, physical, biological or clinical laboratory science or medical technology.
• Authorization to work in the United States without sponsorship.
• Proficient in Microsoft Office programs (Word, Excel, PowerPoint).

Responsibilities

• Perform processing of patient samples using molecular biology protocols governed by SOPs.
• Extract nucleic acids from sample types including tissue, blood and saliva.
• Construct DNA/RNA libraries and perform NGS workflows.
• Operate liquid handling robots and maintain associated equipment.
• Analyze data, troubleshoot issues and maintain documentation in LIMS and other systems.

Skills

Microsoft Office

Education

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

Tools

NGS instruments

Liquid handling robots

Job description

Abbott in Phoenix, AZ is seeking a Molecular Technologist I to isolate and quantify nucleic acids, perform PCR and next generation sequencing (NGS), library construction, and other NGS‑related procedures in the Oncology Diagnostics unit.

Schedule: Wednesday–Saturday 2:00pm–12:30am. You will process patient samples, extract nucleic acids, build libraries, operate robotic systems, troubleshoot instruments, and uphold quality and safety standards.