Job Description
Molecular Technologist
Port Jefferson, NY
Mon-Fri 7am start time; Tues-Sat 6pm-2am overnight shift
**Open to Generalists and New Grads!!!**
In this role, you will:
- Perform high-complexity molecular testing, including OpenArray and PCR methodologies, ensuring precision and adherence to established protocols.
- Conduct routine quality control (QC), calibration, proficiency testing, and instrument maintenance in accordance with laboratory procedures.
- Troubleshoot instrumentation, assays, and workflow inefficiencies, escalating issues and documenting corrective actions as needed.
- Monitor, manage, and maintain inventory of reagents, consumables, and laboratory supplies to prevent workflow interruptions.
- Assist in the validation and implementation of new molecular techniques and automation strategies to enhance lab efficiency.
- Ensure proper sample preparation, nucleic acid extraction, and amplification procedures are followed for accurate molecular analysis.
- Participate in process improvement initiatives, enhancing laboratory efficiency, data integrity, and regulatory compliance.
- Support training and supervision of junior staff, trainees, and non-technical personnel as needed.
- Maintain accurate laboratory documentation and compliance with CLIA, CAP, and other regulatory standards.
- Perform other duties as assigned by laboratory leadership
- Adhere to all biosafety and molecular laboratory best practices to minimize contamination risks.
- Participate in all required safety training and maintain compliance with federal, state, and local laboratory safety regulations.
- Properly use personal protective equipment (PPE) and follow safety protocols for handling hazardous materials.
- Maintain a clean and organized laboratory workspace, ensuring proper disposal of biohazardous waste.
We require:
- BS in Biology, Medical Technology, Molecular Science, or a related field.
- NYS License Restricted to Molecular Diagnosis is required.
- Will accept a generalist NYS Medical Technologist/Technician license.
- ASCP certification (MB or MLT) or equivalent preferred.
- 1-3 years of clinical molecular laboratory experience, with hands-on experience in PCR-based and OpenArray testing preferred.
- Experience with automated molecular platforms, assay validation, and troubleshooting complex molecular workflows.
- Knowledge of CLIA, CAP, and other regulatory requirements for molecular diagnostics.
- Strong analytical and problem-solving skills, with the ability to work in a fast-paced, high-throughput environment.
- Ability to train and mentor junior staff while maintaining excellent documentation and compliance standards.
- Open schedule flexibility required.