Molecular Technologist I-III

Tempus AI • Atlanta, GA

3d • Onsite

About The Position

Tempus is seeking passionate individuals to join their cutting-edge clinical laboratory. This role is crucial in advancing precision medicine and the healthcare industry by providing high-quality molecular test data with rapid turnaround times. The company utilizes a proprietary platform that connects real-world evidence to deliver actionable insights for physicians, aiming to personalize diagnostics and treatments for patients. Tempus has expanded its platform beyond oncology to include neuropsychiatry, cardiology, infectious disease, and radiology, with a mission to help patients receive the right treatment at the right time for longer, healthier lives. They are looking for driven individuals who are curious, question the status quo, and are eager to tackle challenging problems.

Requirements

• MS in medical technology, clinical laboratory science, chemical, physical or biological science and at least 0-6 years pertinent clinical laboratory experience with molecular biology OR BS in medical technology, clinical laboratory science, chemical, physical or biological science and at least 0-6 years of pertinent clinical lab experience in molecular biology
• Excellent communication skills
• Thrives in a fast-paced environment
• Ability to work with others to plan and carry out scientific programs
• Self-driven and works well in an interdisciplinary team with minimal direction
• Strong desire to build products that will save lives and change the course of cancer
• Impeccable attention to detail

Nice To Haves

• Experience with next-generation sequencing
• Work in a CLIA/CAP high-complexity laboratory
• Experience with robotics and automated liquid handling systems
• Knowledge of LIMS platforms and various computer systems

Responsibilities

• Perform complex molecular-based procedures with a high degree of quality and in accordance with established protocols.
• Identify deviations from established SOPS and apply routine fixes for known and common issues with standard solutions.
• Provide input when troubleshooting and implement solutions under direction and authorization.
• Perform molecular techniques, which might include quantitative PCR, next-generation sequencing, nucleic acid extraction, DNA/RNA quantification and qualification or genotyping.
• Perform quality control, calibration, maintenance and proficiency testing in accordance with current laboratory procedures.
• Sterilize laboratory equipment and workspaces as assigned.
• Enter clinical patient data into the Laboratory Information Management system.
• Maintain competency to perform all assigned molecular biology protocols in accordance with CAP, CLIA, NYSDOH regulations.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Entry Level