Clinical Laboratory Technologist
About The Position
This Healthcare Professional will be employed by the Colorado Center for Personalized Medicine (CCPM) Biobank Laboratory at the University of Colorado Denver Anschutz Medical Campus. The laboratory strives to provide personalized medicine to all the Biobank’s consented participants. Care that promotes treatments based on unique genetic structure is one of our goals. We play an important role in moving medical research forward. Daily duties will include a variety of laboratory functions, including but not limited to: Laboratory procedures including analysis of clinical and research samples by molecular biology methods, Genetic testing of human samples in a clinical laboratory environment, Specimen management, including accessioning and sample tracking, DNA extraction, quantification, and quality control assays, Various molecular genetic and genomic assays including microarray, Sanger sequencing, genotyping, data analysis, assay result interpretation, and proper maintenance and management of laboratory records, General laboratory duties to include reagent lot validation, inventory management, laboratory maintenance projects, quality control, and quality assurance activities, Knowledge and ability to work in a CLIA (Clinical Laboratory Improvement Act) Accredited laboratory as well as compliance with the CAP (College of American Pathologists) in all laboratory duties, Maintaining compliance with HIPAA and other mandated OIT (Office of Information Technology) regulations.
Requirements
- A bachelor’s degree in biological science, nutrition, nursing, health, human services, psychology, counseling, social work, or a directly related field from an accredited institution
- Applicants must meet minimum qualifications at the time of hire.
- Reliable, punctual, motivated, pays attention to details, diligence in data recording/documentation, strict adherence to established assay protocols and laboratory policies/procedures, and strong organizational skills
- Ability to communicate effectively, both in writing and orally.
- Ability to establish and maintain effective working relationships with employees at all levels throughout the institution.
- Outstanding customer service skills.
- Demonstrated commitment and leadership ability to advance diversity and inclusion
Nice To Haves
- Professional level experience in a clinical laboratory setting
- Training in biochemistry, Molecular Biology, and/or genetics with a theoretical understanding and experience in interpretation of molecular assay results
- Previous biobank or high-throughput laboratory experience a plus
Responsibilities
- Analysis of clinical and research samples by molecular biology methods
- Genetic testing of human samples in a clinical laboratory environment
- Specimen management, including accessioning and sample tracking
- DNA extraction, quantification, and quality control assays
- Various molecular genetic and genomic assays including microarray, Sanger sequencing, genotyping, data analysis, assay result interpretation, and proper maintenance and management of laboratory records
- Reagent lot validation, inventory management, laboratory maintenance projects, quality control, and quality assurance activities
- Work in a CLIA (Clinical Laboratory Improvement Act) Accredited laboratory
- Compliance with the CAP (College of American Pathologists) in all laboratory duties
- Maintaining compliance with HIPAA and other mandated OIT (Office of Information Technology) regulations
Benefits
- Medical: Multiple plan options
- Dental: Multiple plan options
- Additional Insurance: Disability, Life, Vision
- Retirement 401(a) Plan: Employer contributes 10%25 of your gross pay
- Paid Time Off: Accruals over the year
- Vacation Days: 22/year (maximum accrual 352 hours)
- Sick Days: 15/year (unlimited maximum accrual)
- Holiday Days: 15/year
- Tuition Benefit: Employees have access to this benefit on all CU campuses
- ECO Pass: Reduced rate RTD Bus and light rail service
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What This Job Offers
Job Type
Full-time
Career Level
Mid Level
