Genomic Technologist I - Lab-CGAT Research

Dartmouth-Hitchcock Health•Lebanon, NH

About The Position

Dartmouth-Hitchcock is home to the largest laboratory in NH, providing Pathology and Clinical Laboratory services to D-H physician practices, D-H system members, as well as to independent practices and hospitals throughout NH and VT. The department is a leader in process improvement (LEAN/Six Sigma), which has led to a renovated space that improves workflow efficiency. With a slogan of ‘Investigate, innovate and validate,’ our lab is: A high-volume lab with cutting-edge technology and automation A culture that encourages collaboration and teamwork for future innovation. A place to learn and grow, and we encourage new graduates to apply for our open positions. This Genomic Technologist is responsible for accurately and efficiently performing specimen management workflows in the Office of Research Operations (ORO) Lab and the DH Institutional Biorepository. There is potential for this role to become involved in assays done in Clinical Genomics and Advanced Technology labs, including Molecular Pathology and Cytogenetics. Based at our Lebanon, NH campus, this role will require coverage at our Manchester, NH site on Mondays and other weekdays as needed. Mileage will be reimbursed for travel to the Manchester Clinic. This is a full-time, 40-hour/week day-shift position working Monday through Friday, 8:00 am - 4:30 pm. Weekend and off-hour coverage may be required as needed. We are offering a $7500 sign-on/retention bonus for this position. The bonus is available for external hires only, and certain conditions apply.

Requirements

Bachelors in genomic related science, with a strong academic record and one year of experience in clinical genomics or a related field preferred or the equivalent in education and experience required.
Moderate proficiency in Microsoft EXCEL, Microsoft PowerPoint, and Microsoft Word
Detail-oriented, well-organized.
Advanced written and verbal communication.
ASCP (MB) required within first 2 years of employment in Molecular Pathology
ASCP (CG) required within first 2 years of employment in Cytogenetics
ASCP (QBRS) Certified Biorepository Science required within first 2 years of employment in Biorepository

Responsibilities

For Biorepository/ORO Lab: performs specimen processing for a variety of clinical trial and research studies, prepares shipments, and stores biospecimens.
For Molecular Pathology: can perform a variety of genomics testing, including but not limited to nucleic acid isolation, PCR (end point, real-time, droplet digital), chromosome microarray, molecular infectious disease testing, Sanger sequencing, Next Generation Sequencing, RFLP, and familiarity with molecular automated platforms
For Cytogenetics: can perform a variety of genomics testing, including but not limited to cell culture, cell harvest, karyotype analysis, Fluorescence in situ Hybridization(FISH), and chromosome microarray (CMA).
Completes training on new clinical assays, if no experience upon hire, within the first year of employment at the discretion of the lab supervisor and director.
Analyzes and reports data generated from clinical genomics technologies and assays, such as but not limited to targeted panels, PCR, and FISH.
Communicates results in oral and written fashion as presentations at national meetings, local seminars, and published abstracts and manuscripts.
Writes and reviews all bioinformatics and other lab-specific SOPs as designated by the laboratory director.
Develops and maintains standard operating procedures and documentation for required activities.
Responsible for analysis of Clinical testing proficiency samples to be reported to regulatory agencies (i.e., CAP Surveys for sequencing and IBBL for Biorepository).
Performs all other duties as required or assigned.