Precision Oncology Molecular Training Specialist

Caris MPI, Inc.; Phoenix (AZ); On-site; USD 70,000 - 90,000; Full time

Job summary

Caris Life Sciences is seeking a Molecular Training Specialist to perform a broad range of molecular techniques and provide technical expertise across workflows. This role ensures data quality, maintains regulatory compliance, and contributes to training initiatives under supervision.

The successful candidate will handle competency samples, training progress, and ongoing QC activities while supporting new assay implementations.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in a relevant lab science; 4+ years clinical lab experience.
• At least 1 year in high-complexity molecular testing and proficiency in molecular workflows.
• Strong data quality control and ability to train others.

Responsibilities

• Maintain regulatory compliance (FDA, CLIA, ISO, CAP, etc.) and ensure quality standards.
• Initiate and document competency samples and training progress for staff.
• Support validation efforts and new assay implementation; deliver training to molecular technologists.
• Track continuing education hours and meet department deliverables.
• Participate in QA/QC process improvements and monthly quality data trend analysis.

Skills

Molecular workflows

Troubleshooting

Quality control

Microsoft Office

Data analysis

Education

Bachelor's degree in chemical/biological/clinical or medical laboratory science

Master's degree in chemical/biological/clinical or medical laboratory science

Tools

PCR

Next-Generation Sequencing

Job description

Caris Life Sciences is seeking a Molecular Training Specialist to perform a broad range of molecular techniques and provide technical expertise across workflows. This role ensures data quality, maintains regulatory compliance, and contributes to training initiatives under supervision.

The successful candidate will handle competency samples, training progress, and ongoing QC activities while supporting new assay implementations.