Clinical Laboratory Technologist

Clinical Laboratory TechnologistSchedule: M-F, 2:30 pm-11 pm (fully onsite)Comp: $30 - $55/hrAbout the roleJoin 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 responsibilitiesExecute DNA extraction, PCR, and high-throughput sequencing protocols within a compliant QMSOperate liquid-handling robotics and next-generation sequencers; perform routine maintenance and troubleshootingComplete assigned runs "” clinical specimens, reagent QC batches, validation studies, and special projects "” accurately and on scheduleLog non-conformances, enter run data into the LIMS, and maintain documentation to Good Documentation Practice standardsUphold GxP, GMP, GCP, and GLP requirements; fulfill high-complexity testing personnel obligations under 42 CFR 493.1495Maintain continuing education credits required by applicable regulatory bodiesHandle human biological specimens and biohazardous materials according to established safety protocolsSeniority levelsWe hire at three levels based on experience and demonstrated competency:(Level I)Performs protocols with some supervisory guidance; escalates issues to lead or supervisorResolves routine and occasional novel process variations using up-to-date informationCommunicates clearly during shift handoffs; keeps detailed recordsMay provide informal guidance to newer colleagues(Level II)Works with minimal direction; exercises considerable clinical initiativeConducts training and competency evaluations for technician-level staff on high-complexity methodsProposes procedural improvements to enhance team efficiency; understands when to escalate quality or timeline concerns(Level III)Operates independently; regularly applies educated discretion in decision-makingDrives process change recommendations backed by cross-functional knowledgeProficient in laboratory automation and recognized for best-practice leadershipQualifications(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

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