Senior Molecular Technologist - Solid Tumor (1st Shift)

Caris Life Sciences•Phoenix, AZ

12d•Onsite

About The Position

At Caris, we are dedicated to transforming cancer care and improving lives through precision medicine. We leverage cutting-edge molecular science and AI to provide unique answers for each patient. Our mission extends beyond cancer, pushing the frontiers of medicine and leading a healthcare revolution driven by innovation, compassion, and purpose. We are looking for passionate individuals to join us in our mission to improve the human condition across multiple diseases.

Requirements

Bachelor's degree in chemical, biological, clinical or medical laboratory science, or medical technology from an accredited institution.
10 years relevant molecular laboratory experience.
Demonstrates mastery of molecular assay operations and QC systems.
Proven ability to lead others and influence lab culture and technical standards.
Proficient in Microsoft Office programs, such as Word, Excel, and Outlook.
General working knowledge of internet for business use, and skilled in operating office equipment.

Nice To Haves

Master's degree in chemical, biological, clinical or medical laboratory science, or medical technology from an accredited institution.
Clinical laboratory experience preferred.
Operates with high autonomy and professionalism.
Technical authority with strong analytical judgement.
Proactive, solution-oriented and collaborative.
Mastery of laboratory safety procedures for biohazards and chemicals, as well as quality control procedures and regulations.

Responsibilities

Performs molecular techniques with proficiency: nucleic acid extraction; quantification and normalization; PCR; DNA methylation analysis; and next generation sequencing (NGS) with consistency and precision.
Operates and maintains liquid handling robots.
Performs and oversees complex molecular testing and advanced troubleshooting.
Maintains laboratory equipment, accessories and instruments used in clinical processing by performing routine maintenance.
Leads training and mentorship of new and existing technologists.
Prepares Corrective and Preventive Action (CAPA) documents for nonconformance events observed during the pre-analytical, analytical, and post-analytical clinical laboratory testing.
Performs Proficiency Testing in a timely manner and submits results to supervisors.
Collaborate with Quality and R&D teams to validate or implement new technologies, methods and equipment.
Proficiency in the Laboratory Information Management (LIMS) tracking system to accurately perform and record day-to-day tasks.
Represents the department in audits, investigations and cross-functional initiatives.
Identifies and implements opportunities for continuous improvement, innovation and efficiency.
Performs only those high complexity tests that are authorized by the laboratory director and require a degree of skill commensurate with the individual’s education, training, technical abilities and experience.
Follow the laboratory’s procedures for specimen handling and processing.
Adhere to and document all the laboratory’s quality control policies and activities as governed by FDA, CAP, CLIA, NYS and ISO regulatory standards.
Perform instrument maintenance and procedural calibrations.
Follow the laboratory’s established policies and procedures whenever test systems are not within the laboratory’s established acceptable levels of performance.
Be capable of identifying problems that may adversely affect test performance or reporting of test results and either must correct the problems or immediately notify the supervisor, manager or director.
Document all corrective actions taken when test systems deviate from the laboratory’s established performance specifications.
Perform high complexity testing under the onsite, direct supervision of a general supervisor as defined in the CLIA regulations.
Accepts other duties as assigned.