Clinical Laboratory Technologist I

101 Avenue of the Americas, 7th Floor
New York , NY 10013
United States

We are looking for a highly motivated, independent but team-oriented Clinical Laboratory Technologist I to join our team. Our clinical laboratory incorporates many processes, applications, and specialized techniques along with the use of various types of instrumentation to perform cutting-edge tests in the areas of genetics and oncology; all of which aids in patient care. This position will allow the Clinical Laboratory Technologist to perform advanced, molecular-based skillsets, interpret complex data, and effectively troubleshoot while adhering to Clinical Laboratory Improvement Amendments (CLIA) guidelines.

The requirements listed below are representative of the knowledge, skill, and/or ability required. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform essential functions.

Key Responsibilities include (but are not limited to):

• Perform a variety of clinical laboratory procedures including nucleic acid extraction and quantification, PCR, Sanger sequencing, and next-generation sequencing pursuant to established protocols;

• Perform cell culture on a variety of prenatal specimens;

• Perform both manual and automated techniques to accomplish high volume sample processing;

• Participate in equipment maintenance, QC/QA, and proficiency testing procedures;

• Provide detailed, accurate and legible documentation associated with test results, maintenance records, and quality control;

• Troubleshoot assays as needed, with assistance from laboratory management;

• Assist with the validation of new assays;

• Complete other laboratory tasks as assigned.

Please note this job description is not designed to cover or contain a comprehensive listing of activities, duties or responsibilities that are required of the employee for this job. Duties, responsibilities, and activities may change.

Work Flexibility

NYGC has established a flexible work policy to give employees and other staff more ability to balance their work, personal commitments, and commuting challenges. The incumbent in this position is eligible for a flexible work schedule or hybrid remote work arrangement. We require a candidate who can work onsite fulltime, but we are open to a flexible work arrangement for this position, with supervisory approval.

Salary & Benefits

The pay range for this position is $ 72,500-$83,000 per year; the base pay offered may vary depending on job-related knowledge, skills, and experience.
In addition, NYGC offers a full range of medical, financial, and other benefits as well as generous time off. This includes Medical/Dental/Vision for employees & dependent(s);
Vacation, Holidays, Sick, and Other Leave, including a paid winter break; a 401(k) match;
Life Insurance;
Flexible Spending Accounts; employee Tuition Reimbursement; flexible schedules and telework options for some positions; an Employee Assistance Program; and much more.

Requirements & Qualifications

• Bachelor of Science degree in biology preferred, other related majors will also be considered.

• NYS Clinical Laboratory Technologist License (full or restricted to Molecular Diagnosis) required.

• Hands on experience in prenatal cell culture highly preferred.

• At least one year of experience in a clinical genetics laboratory strongly preferred.

• Familiarity with next generation sequencing on Illumina and Pac Bio platforms highly preferred.

• Detail oriented and able to exercise independent judgment.

• Excellent written and oral communication skills.

• Must be available to work 5 days per week, including Saturdays as needed. However, we do not anticipate that Saturday work will be required every week.

Don’t meet every single requirement? At NYGC we are dedicated to building a diverse, inclusive and authentic workplace, so if you’re excited about this role but your experience doesn’t align perfectly with every qualification in the job description, we encourage you to apply anyway. You may be just the right candidate for this or other roles.

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