Lab, Molecular Technologist
About The Position
Castle Biosciences Inc. is growing, and we are looking to hire Molecular Technologists working from our laboratory in Phoenix, AZ. with a start date of May 1, 2026. Why Castle Biosciences? Exceptional Benefits Package: A typical day for a molecular technologist involves extraction and analyzing RNA samples using various molecular laboratory techniques. This includes RNA quantification, PCR, quality control of reagents, and instrument maintenance, all while interpreting data, and ensuring the accuracy and reliability of results. Collaborating with team members is also integral, ensuring optimal workflow and overall efficiency in the lab. The role of the molecular technologist entails proficiency in molecular techniques, maintaining optimal working conditions, and ensuring stringent quality control measures.
Requirements
- Bachelor of Science Degree in Chemistry, Biology, Clinical Laboratory Science, or Medical Technology from an accredited institution, plus 1-2 years of experience in a molecular biology testing environment, clinical, or equivalent laboratory environment. And/or have completion of military training for laboratory technicians as high complexity testing personnel.
- Completion of a 50-week U.S. military medical laboratory training program
- 24 semester hours of medical laboratory technology courses or 24 semester hours of science courses, including 6 semester hours of both Chemistry & Biology & an additional 12 semester hours in any combination of Chemistry, Biology, or Medical Laboratory Science.
- Completion of a clinical laboratory training program, OR at least 3 months of documented laboratory training in each specialty area where the individual will perform high-complexity testing.
- The Molecular Technologists in the clinical laboratory are placed on a track towards obtaining American Society of Clinical Pathology (ASCP) Technologist in Molecular Biology (MB) board certification if not already credentialed upon hire and expected to obtain such a certification within 2 years of employment. (Only applicable to PHX)
- All candidates must be legally authorized to work in the United States.
Responsibilities
- extraction and analyzing RNA samples using various molecular laboratory techniques
- RNA quantification
- PCR
- quality control of reagents
- instrument maintenance
- interpreting data
- ensuring the accuracy and reliability of results
- Collaborating with team members
- ensuring optimal workflow and overall efficiency in the lab
- maintaining optimal working conditions
- ensuring stringent quality control measures
Benefits
- Excellent Annual Salary + 20% Bonus Potential
- 20 Accrued PTO Days Annually
- 10 Paid Holidays
- 401K with 100% Company Match up to 6%
- 3 Health Care Plan Options + Company HSA Contribution
- Company Stock Grant Upon Hire
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What This Job Offers
Job Type
Full-time
Career Level
Entry Level
