NGS Lab Technician — Sequencing & QC Specialist

The US Oncology Network; Silver Spring (MD); On-site; USD 54,000 - 83,000; Full time

Job summary

Maryland Oncology Hematology is seeking a Laboratory Scientist to perform high complexity genomic testing, including DNA/RNA extraction, sequencing library prep, and data analysis on patient samples. The role involves operating Illumina sequencing platforms, maintaining instrumentation, and ensuring adherence to QA/QC procedures.

The ideal candidate has a background in medical technology or molecular biology, hands-on NGS experience, and strong communication skills for collaborating with

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in Medical Technology, Clinical Laboratory Science, or related health care field.

Responsibilities

• Participates in development, optimization, validation and troubleshooting of sequencing and other clinical assay protocols.
• Performs CLIA classified moderate and high complexity testing.
• Performs routine sample processing including DNA/RNA extraction and QC, sequencing library preparation, sequencing, and data analysis on patient samples.
• Maintains and operates instrumentation including Next Generation sequencers and performs regular maintenance.
• Ensures compliance with quality control policies and documents QC activities.

Skills

Strong communication skills

Team collaboration

Excellent computer skills

Education

MB(ASCP) Technologist in Molecular Biology

Tools

Illumina NextSeq 500DX

NovaSeq 6000

Microsoft Word

Excel

Outlook

Job description

Maryland Oncology Hematology is seeking a Laboratory Scientist to perform high complexity genomic testing, including DNA/RNA extraction, sequencing library prep, and data analysis on patient samples. The role involves operating Illumina sequencing platforms, maintaining instrumentation, and ensuring adherence to QA/QC procedures.

The ideal candidate has a background in medical technology or molecular biology, hands-on NGS experience, and strong communication skills for collaborating with