:Perform complex technical work involving molecular analysis of human biological materials. Job duties include a combination of the following responsibilities: extensive and complex steps requiring manual manipulation and pipetting, close monitoring and control, evaluation of data, and careful and accurate work. Training periods are typically long and require some reading of pertinent literature related to the specialty to maintain current knowledge in this dynamic, rapidly evolving, field.Responsibilities:
Evaluate specimens received by the department and organize workflow to provide optimum efficiency of testing and turnaround time of results
Extract, denature and purify DNA from assorted specimen types
Perform PCR, hybridization, and genetic sequencing methods
Evaluate results to determine interference, inhibition, or other problems that arise during extraction, amplification, or sequencing of DNA
Perform quality control, validation, and other quality activities to verify performance of clinical assays
Maintain equipment by performing assigned maintenance activities and troubleshoot unexpected problems with equipment
Record data to monitor temperatures of incubation equipment
Evaluate inventory of supplies and reagents and communicate order needs
Operate complex equipment and computer programs related to equipment and LIS system
Maintain records of test results and archives of data
Maintain a neat and clean work environment
Perform proficiency testing to maintain compliance with regulatory agencies
Assist department in writing and maintaining standard operating procedures for clinical assays. Document knowledge by reviewing and signing SOPs annually
Follow laboratory policies and procedures such as attendance and time reporting policies
Qualifications:
Bachelor of Science in Biotechnology or Master of Science in Biotechnology Preferably.