Onsite Molecular Genomics Technologist - Sign-On Bonus

UChicago Medicine; Illinois; On-site; USD 70,000 - 95,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Sign-on bonus

Job summary

UChicago Medicine in Chicago, IL, seeks a Molecular Genomics Technologist for its Molecular Diagnostics Laboratory to perform clinical analyses and support cancer testing programs. The role emphasizes non-automated, high-complexity molecular assays and rapid infectious disease testing to aid treatment decisions and clinical trial eligibility.

The position is 100% onsite at the Hyde Park campus, with responsibilities spanning specimen handling, assay performance, quality controls, and reporting

Qualifications

• Must satisfy CLIA ’88 qualification requirements for testing personnel performing high complexity testing.
• Bachelor’s degree in clinical laboratory science or related field from an accredited college or university.
• Knowledge and ability to use automated and conventional laboratory equipment and laboratory testing methodologies.
• Knowledge and ability to use laboratory/hospitals information systems.
• Exceptional organizational ability, with attention to detail mandatory.
• Ability to work in high volume, stressful situations.

Responsibilities

• Receives specimens submitted to laboratory.
• Performs all procedures designated under CLIA’88 rules as moderate or highly complex testing; follows laboratory procedures to ensure quality and turnaround times.
• Prepares and maintains adequate stock of reagents, standards, and control materials.
• Reports results in the laboratory information system within stated turnaround times.
• Analyses test and quality control results and initiates troubleshooting to resolve issues.

Skills

CLIA high complexity testing

Molecular Genomics experience

Laboratory information systems

Attention to detail

High-volume testing

Education

Bachelor's degree in clinical laboratory science or related field

Tools

Laboratory equipment

Job description

UChicago Medicine in Chicago, IL, seeks a Molecular Genomics Technologist for its Molecular Diagnostics Laboratory to perform clinical analyses and support cancer testing programs. The role emphasizes non-automated, high-complexity molecular assays and rapid infectious disease testing to aid treatment decisions and clinical trial eligibility.

The position is 100% onsite at the Hyde Park campus, with responsibilities spanning specimen handling, assay performance, quality controls, and reporting