Full Job Description
Independently operate automated and/or liquid handling machines for clinical testing, including high-throughput sample preparation and assay setup. Accurately and precisely analyze molecular assay results for final interpretation by medical staff. Process samples meticulously to avoid cross-contamination. Meet established turn-around-time deadlines for clinical testing. Operate, perform routine maintenance on, and calibrate all laboratory equipment as required. Identify problems with instrumentation, methodology, specimens, and/or supplies and follow-up according to established protocols. Identify critical, abnormal and/or unacceptable results and follow-up according to established protocol. Document all corrective action and follow-up with lead and/or supervisor. Effectively communicate with other laboratory members including lab leadership. Maintain track of technical and professional development, including but not limited to attendance at seminars/webinars and participation in educational programs and activities. Adhere to established laboratory and hospital policies and good clinical laboratory practice in areas of procedures, quality control, quality assurance and safety and compliance. Assist in research projects, new assay development and/or document control review as requested. Train new lab members. Maintain supply inventory and order new supplies when needed. Help with instrument maintenance / PM. Demonstrate excellent organizational skills and time management to process large batches of samples efficiently while maintaining accuracy and compliance under strict turnaround-time requirements. Contribute to cross-platform QA/QC efforts, ensuring harmonization of standards across genomics, proteomics, and metabolomics workflows.