Clin Molecular Technologist

Baylor Scott & White Health•Temple, TX

About The Position

JOB SUMMARY Perform high complexity clinical molecular assays in a fast-paced laboratory setting utilizing molecular knowledge/skills gained through clinical molecular experience, training and formal education. Develop / Validate/ Implement high complexity molecular assays to improve transplant outcomes and further the advancement of personalized medicine. Adhere to/ Promote and Maintain regulatory compliance through all phases of validation, testing, QA, QC. ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS OF THE ROLE Molecular Assay Development / Validation/ Implementation. Perform high complexity molecular testing of clinical samples utilizing multiple NGS platforms and applications. Perform high complexity molecular testing utilizing PCR, RT-PCR, nucleic acid purification. Perform high complexity molecular testing in compliance with departmental procedures, protocols and regulatory standards. Quality Assurance / Quality Control as related to all molecular procedures implemented / performed by the laboratory. Instrument evaluation, maintenance and calibration. Troubleshooting of nonconforming data, assay performance, instrument function. Critical analysis/ interpretation and accurate reporting of results. Education and training of laboratory staff in molecular techniques / assays. Performs other position appropriate duties as required in a competent, professional and courteous manner. KEY SUCCESS FACTORS Extensive knowledge of molecular biology principles and molecular biology techniques: DNA sequencing over multiple platforms, PCR, RT-PCR, nucleic acid purification. Extensive knowledge of / experience in primer design, sequencing applications, RNA extraction, cfDNA extraction, and human lymphocyte subpopulation isolation. Molecular bench skills that adhere to all applicable clinical laboratory standards/ regulations, protocols and procedures. Knowledge of / experience with liquid handling systems and flow cytometry basics. Knowledge of / experience with Bioinformatics pipelines and tools. Self-motivated, analytical and critical thinking abilities. Skilled in documentation/ writing of procedures, protocols. Effective communication skills to collaborate/ train and educate.

Requirements

Extensive knowledge of molecular biology principles and molecular biology techniques: DNA sequencing over multiple platforms, PCR, RT-PCR, nucleic acid purification.
Extensive knowledge of / experience in primer design, sequencing applications, RNA extraction, cfDNA extraction, and human lymphocyte subpopulation isolation.
Molecular bench skills that adhere to all applicable clinical laboratory standards/ regulations, protocols and procedures.
Knowledge of / experience with liquid handling systems and flow cytometry basics.
Knowledge of / experience with Bioinformatics pipelines and tools.
Self-motivated, analytical and critical thinking abilities.
Skilled in documentation/ writing of procedures, protocols.
Effective communication skills to collaborate/ train and educate.
Bachelor's or 4 years of work experience above the minimum qualification
2 Years of Experience
ASCP-BloodBanking Technologist (ASCP-BB)
ASCP-Chemistry Technologist (ASCP-C)
ASCP-Cytogenetics Technologist (ASCP-CG)
ASCP-Cytologist (ASCP-CT)
ASCP-Hematology Technologist (ASCP-H)
ASCP-Microbiology Technologist (ASCP-M)
Molecular Biology Technologist (ASCP-MB)
ASCP-Blood Banking Specialist (ASCP-SBB)
ASCP-Chemistry Specialist (ASCP-SC)
ASCP-Hematology Specialist (ASCP-SH)
ASCP-Microbiology Specialist (ASCP-SM)
Cert Histocompatibility Spec (CHS-ABHI)
Cert Histocompatibility Techno (CHT-ABHI)
Clinical Laboratory Scientist (CLS)
Medical Laboratory Scientist (MLS)
Medical Technologist (MT)
Specialist in Cytology-ASCP (SCT)
Specialist in Cytometry-ASCP (SCYM)
Molecular Biology Spec-ASCP (SMB)

Responsibilities

Molecular Assay Development / Validation/ Implementation.
Perform high complexity molecular testing of clinical samples utilizing multiple NGS platforms and applications.
Perform high complexity molecular testing utilizing PCR, RT-PCR, nucleic acid purification.
Perform high complexity molecular testing in compliance with departmental procedures, protocols and regulatory standards.
Quality Assurance / Quality Control as related to all molecular procedures implemented / performed by the laboratory.
Instrument evaluation, maintenance and calibration.
Troubleshooting of nonconforming data, assay performance, instrument function.
Critical analysis/ interpretation and accurate reporting of results.
Education and training of laboratory staff in molecular techniques / assays.
Performs other position appropriate duties as required in a competent, professional and courteous manner.