Clinical Laboratory Technologist
Schedule:
Mon–Tues & Fri–Sat 12:30pm–11:00pmORSat–Sun 8:00am–6:30pm & Mon–Tues 12:30pm–11:00pmComp: $30 - $44/hrAbout the role Join a high-volume clinical genomics team processing patient and research specimens through next-generation sequencing workflows. You'll run DNA extraction, PCR amplification, and library prep on liquid-handling automation platforms, with results flowing directly to oncologists, clinicians, and research partners. Our laboratories operate under CLIA, CAP, NYS, and FDA frameworks — regulatory precision is built into everything we do.
Day-to-day responsibilities:- Execute DNA extraction, PCR, and high-throughput sequencing protocols within a compliant QMSOperate liquid-handling robotics and next-generation sequencers; perform routine maintenance and troubleshooting
- Complete assigned runs — clinical specimens, reagent QC batches, validation studies, and special projects — accurately and on schedule
- Log non-conformances, enter run data into the LIMS, and maintain documentation to Good Documentation Practice standards
- Uphold GxP, GMP, GCP, and GLP requirements; fulfill high-complexity testing personnel obligations under 42 CFR 493.1495 Maintain continuing education credits required by applicable regulatory bodies
- Handle human biological specimens and biohazardous materials according to established safety protocols
- Seniority levels
- We hire at three levels based on experience and demonstrated competency:(Level I)
- Performs protocols with some supervisory guidance; escalates issues to lead or supervisor
- Resolves routine and occasional novel process variations using up-to-date information
- Communicates clearly during shift handoffs; keeps detailed records
- May provide informal guidance to newer colleagues(Level II)
- Works with minimal direction; exercises considerable clinical initiative
- Conducts training and competency evaluations for technician-level staff on high-complexity methods
- Proposes procedural improvements to enhance team efficiency; understands when to escalate quality or timeline concerns(Level III)
- Operates independently; regularly applies educated discretion in decision-making
- Drives process change recommendations backed by cross-functional knowledge
- Proficient in laboratory automation and recognized for best-practice leadership
Qualifications:
(Level I) — must meet one of the followingBachelor's degree or higher in medical technology or laboratory science, orBachelor's degree or higher in a chemical or biological science plus at least 6 months of high-complexity molecular experience in a CLIA-certified laboratory(Level II) — must meet all of the followingBachelor's degree or higher in a relevant science or laboratory science fieldMinimum 1 year of clinical lab experience in a high-complexity CLIA setting (or 2 years with a Master's degree or higher) Minimum 3 years of hands-on molecular laboratory experience (or 2 years with a Master's or higher)(Level III) — must meet all of the followingBachelor's degree or higher in a relevant science or laboratory science fieldMinimum 3 years of clinical lab experience in a high-complexity CLIA setting (or 2 years with a Master's degree or higher) Minimum 5 years of molecular laboratory experience (or 3 years with a Master's or higher) Demonstrated proficiency in laboratory automation and best practices
