Job Overview: The Molecular Medical Technologist is responsible for analyzing samples, maintaining laboratory equipment, and ensuring accurate and timely reporting of results. This role requires a deep understanding of medical laboratory procedures, excellent analytical skills, and a commitment to delivering high-quality patient care.
Responsibilities:
- Perform a variety of laboratory tests on patient samples using automated and manual methods, including nucleic acid isolation, microarrays, PCR, qPCR, and NGS.
- Perform laboratory tasks such as extractions, library and control preparation, reagent preparation, plating to 96 or 384 well plates, data analysis, inventory management, proficiency testing, and quality control measures.
- Operate and maintain laboratory equipment, troubleshoot issues, and perform routine maintenance on instruments such as KingFisher, Hamilton MicroLab Star, MiSeq, Agilent Bravo, and others.
- Adherence and understanding of laboratory SOPs and processes surrounding specimen processing, results generation, laboratory safety, and all other policies and procedures to safeguard integrity of laboratory results.
- Maintain accurate record keeping utilizing Good Documentation Practices for daily quality control and corrective action for any laboratory protocol deviations.
- Participate in quality control and quality assurance activities to ensure the accuracy and reliability of test results.
- Identify and recommend process improvements to enhance efficiency and productivity.
- Assist in the training and supervision of laboratory assistants and other staff members.
Qualifications:
- Bachelor of Science degree in Biology, Biochemistry, or a related field.
- Proficient laboratory skills include micropipettes, multichannel pipettes, performing dilutions, microarrays, next-gen sequencing, and appropriate safety measures when handling samples and reagents.
- Familiarity with laboratory information systems and proficiency in computer skills.
- Current knowledge of relevant regulations and compliance standards including CAP, CLIA, FDA, OSHA.
The Ideal Candidate Possesses:
- Competent to work independently and cooperatively as part of a team in a fast-paced environment.
- Excellent analytical and problem-solving skills.
- Effective interpersonal skills, including written and verbal communication.
- Strong attention to detail and accuracy in performing laboratory tests and documentation.
- Commitment to maintaining confidentiality of patient information.
Preferred Experience
- Previous experience as a Medical Technologist is preferred but not mandatory for highly qualified candidates.
- ASCP, AMT, AAB, or equivalent certification.
- Experience with molecular, molecular microbiology, and/or genetics in a clinical laboratory setting.
- Experience with Thermo KingFisher and QuantStudio, Hamilton MicroLab STAR, Illumina MiSeq and iSCAN, Agilent Bravo, Tecan Freedom EVO.
Position is full-time Sunday -Thursday, Tuesday -Saturday, 1st shift and 2nd shift, with overtime as needed. Candidates currently living within a commutable distance of Louisville, KY are encouraged to apply.
Excellent full time benefits including comprehensive medical coverage, dental, and vision options
- Life and disability insurance
- 401(k) with company match
- Paid vacation and holidays
Eurofins is a M/F, Disabled, and Veteran Equal Employment Opportunity and Affirmative Action employer.
