Senior Cytogenetics Technologist (Remote, FISH)

MedicalVirtual; Shelton (CT); Remote; USD 80,000 - 110,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical, Dental, Vision

401(k)

PTO/FTO

Tuition Reimbursement

Employee Stock Purchase Plan

Job summary

Labcorp is seeking a Senior Cytogenetics Technologist to join our remote US team. The role focuses on FISH-based cytogenetics testing with responsibility for specimen acceptance, complex procedures, instrument monitoring, and maintaining QC.

A pathology-focused analyst with strong teamwork is preferred. The position requires a Bachelor's degree in a chemical/biological science or medical technology and 4+ years in cytogenetics, with color vision testing and CLIA compliance knowledge.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Chemical or Biological science, Clinical Laboratory Science or Medical Technology.
• 4+ years of cytogenetics testing experience.
• Able to pass a standardized color blindness test.
• Understanding of laboratory operations and CLIA standards.
• Experience in a high-volume laboratory environment.
• Ability to work independently and in a team environment.

Responsibilities

• Determine the acceptability of specimens for testing according to established criteria.
• Perform routine and complex cytogenetics procedures according to SOPs.
• Monitor, operate and troubleshoot instrumentation to ensure proper functionality.
• Demonstrate the ability to make technical decisions regarding testing and problem solving.
• Prepare, test and evaluate new reagents or controls.
• Report accurate and timely test results to support quality patient care.
• Perform and document preventive maintenance and quality control procedures.

Skills

Cytogenetics

FISH analysis

Laboratory procedures

Education

Bachelor's degree in Chemical or Biological science, Clinical Laboratory Science or Medical Technology

Tools

Laboratory information systems

Job description

Labcorp is seeking a Senior Cytogenetics Technologist to join our remote US team. The role focuses on FISH-based cytogenetics testing with responsibility for specimen acceptance, complex procedures, instrument monitoring, and maintaining QC.

A pathology-focused analyst with strong teamwork is preferred. The position requires a Bachelor's degree in a chemical/biological science or medical technology and 4+ years in cytogenetics, with color vision testing and CLIA compliance knowledge.