Molecular Technologist II

FULGENT THERAPEUTICS LLC•Alpharetta, GA

1d•Onsite

About The Position

CSI Laboratories, a Fulgent Genetics Company, is a nationally recognized cancer testing and diagnostics laboratory experienced in helping pathologists and oncologists diagnose and treat cancer patients. Founded in 2011, our parent entity, Fulgent Genetics, has evolved into a premier full-service genomic testing company built around a foundational technology platform. Through our diverse testing menu, Fulgent is focused on transforming patient care in oncology, anatomic pathology, infectious and rare diseases, and reproductive health. We believe that by providing a wide range of effective, flexible testing options in conjunction with best-in-class service and support, we can redefine the way medicine is managed for patients and clinicians alike. Since integrating with our therapeutic development business, Fulgent is also developing drug candidates for treating a broad range of cancers using a novel nanoencapsulation and targeted therapy platform. By merging our fields of expertise, we aim to become a fully integrated precision medicine company. Summary of Position Under general supervision, responsible for performing and reporting high-throughput, clinical genotyping assays using molecular platforms, operate and maintain laboratory equipment needed to perform daily duties; increase productivity and maintain proficiency in the wet lab and analysis sections; adhere to laboratory policies for safety, conduct, and performance.

Requirements

BS in biological science or equivalent with three (3) or more years of training/experience in a clinical molecular laboratory.
MB (ASCP) Certification – Current.
Laboratory personnel participating in licensure or certification maintenance programs must complete the number of continuing education prescribed by the licensing or certifying agency.
Technical laboratory personnel whose certification has been grandfathered and does not require participation in a certification maintenance program must complete at least twelve hours of continuing education annually.
Lab experience and/or training in a clinical laboratory setting.
Must satisfy requirements for high complexity testing under CLIA regulations (42 CFR, part 493).
Superior communication (written and verbal), time management and organizational skills.

Nice To Haves

Preferred experience in molecular pathology.

Responsibilities

Extract and quantify DNA and RNA from blood and tissue samples.
Perform PCR reactions.
Perform specified assays for genotyping services in accordance with the SOP.
Prepare and evaluate test results for completeness, accuracy, and quality.
Report test results in LIS.
Receives, unpacks, logs customer samples according to SOPs.
Perform troubleshooting, maintenance, and calibration of instrumentation and equipment used to conduct testing in compliance with quality control/assessment standards.
Participate in the development and/or maintenance of SOPs as required.
Identifies ways in which laboratory procedures and activities can be modified to improve upon current methodologies.
Optimize diagnostic tests and update existing standard operating protocols with significant guidance.
Work with laboratory supervisor for troubleshooting and determine solution.
Participate in lab meetings and generate ideas for improving efficiency and productivity in the daily operation of the lab.
Comply with all aspects of laboratory safety, safety stations, safety manuals, safety SOP, and MSDS sheets.
Assists with assigned additional duties in a specialized area of the laboratory.