Molecular Diagnostics Technician-Assistant Quality Manager
University of Pennsylvania•Kennett Square, PA
•$50,875 - $60,000•Onsite
About The Position
This position will perform diagnostic testing on avian and mammalian samples, including molecular assays (PCR) and virus isolation. A computer-based laboratory management system is used to accession, result, and finalize case results. In addition, this position will also assist with laboratory-wide Quality Assurance Activities. Strong communication and computer skills are necessary. This position is located in Kennett Square, Pennsylvania.
Requirements
- Bachelor's degree in Biology or a related field and 1 to 2 years of experience or equivalent combination of education and experience is required.
- Strong communication and computer skills are necessary.
Nice To Haves
- Experience performing PCR testing is preferred.
Responsibilities
- Assist with laboratory-wide QA activities including: SOP review process, archival of records, logbook verification, internal and PADLS interlaboratory audit, and preparation.
- Escalate and report any identified errors and deviations to ensure investigations are initiated and progressing in a timely manner.
- Perform molecular diagnostics for various avian and mammalian pathogens, including RT PCR and sequencing.
- Oversee and maintain QA related tasks in the Molecular Diagnostics Laboratory including: timer and thermometer calibrations, documentation updates, and new method development and validation.
- Attend Quality Assurance Committee meetings and designated PADLS Scientific Discipline meetings.
- Accession, result, and finalize cases in the computer-based laboratory information management system.
- Prepare samples for diagnostic testing
- Participate in required trainings (onsite and offsite) and proficiency testing
- Perform basic housekeeping duties in BSL2 plus facility
- Perform additional duties as assigned
Benefits
- excellent healthcare
- tuition benefits for employees and their families
- generous retirement benefits
- a wide variety of professional development opportunities
- supportive work and family benefits
- a wealth of health and wellness programs and resources
- Health, Life, and Flexible Spending Accounts
- comprehensive medical, prescription, behavioral health, dental, vision, and life insurance benefits
- flexible spending accounts to pay for eligible health care and dependent care expenses with pre-tax dollars
- Tuition assistance here at Penn for employee, spouse, and dependent children
- Tuition assistance at other institutions for dependent children
- generous retirement plans
- Basic, Matching, and Supplemental retirement plans
- save for retirement on a pre-tax or Roth basis
- wide variety of investment options through TIAA and Vanguard
- substantial amount of time away from work
- Long-Term Care Insurance
- Wellness and Work-life Resources
- Professional and Personal Development
- access to a wide range of University resources as well as cultural and recreational activities
- Discounts and Special Services
- Flexible Work Hours
- Penn Home Ownership Services
- Adoption Assistance
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What This Job Offers
Job Type
Full-time
Career Level
Mid Level
