Lab Technologist II - MRD

Myriad Genetics•Salt Lake City, UT

About The Position

The Lab Technologist II conducts laboratory processes that support specimen processing and testing. The position works with department management and quality team members to ensure laboratory activities are defined, documented, and completed in support of inspection readiness, and that compliance is maintained through procedures, training, documentation, and continuous improvement projects. The position is scheduled Thursday through Sunday, 8:00 a.m. to 6:30 p.m. Starting pay is $23–$25 per hour, plus $3 per hour on Saturday and Sunday.

Requirements

Doctoral, bachelor’s, or master’s degree in medical technology or a chemical, physical, biological, or clinical laboratory science.
At least 6 months of clinical laboratory experience or equivalent.
For California positions: CLS trainee license, or a CLS or CGMBS license issued by California.
Familiarity with molecular biology techniques, including qPCR, DNA extraction, and DNA sequencing.
Proficiency with molecular biology calculations, including dilutions, DNA and protein concentration measurements, and enzyme activity measurements.
Ability to adapt to changes in a fast-paced and evolving work environment.
Basic computer proficiency, including Excel and other Office tools, and basic statistics.
Strong verbal and written communication skills.
Extensive documentation skills and attention to detail, including the ability to develop and follow written procedures, organize information, and ensure data is recorded correctly and is understandable to others.
Ability to work occasional overtime hours as needed.

Responsibilities

Comply with the laboratory’s technical, administrative, and safety policies and procedures.
Operate high-complexity testing.
Participate in the laboratory’s quality assurance plan, follow quality control and preventive maintenance policies, and document these activities appropriately.
Work as part of a team to produce repeatable, quality results.
Maintain a clean and organized laboratory space.
Participate in proficiency testing in the same manner as routine samples.
Participate in continuing education according to accepted laboratory standards.
Complete training and competency assessments successfully and on time, as outlined in laboratory and departmental training programs.
Follow laboratory policies and procedures when test systems are outside acceptable limits, and document problems and corrective actions.
Troubleshoot and identify problems that may adversely affect test performance or reporting of results, initiate corrective action, and use the defined electronic system to notify management as required.
Work with the departmental team to resolve problems or implement projects.
Serve as a trainer on technical processes within the group.