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Clinical Lab Technologist – QC/Reagent Prep
Laboratory Corporation of America Holdings (Covance)
Westborough, United States of America
Are you an experienced Clinical Lab Professional?Are you looking to looking to embark on a new challenge in your career, or start your career in Clinical Lab Science? If so, the Integrated Genetics Division of LabCorp wants to speak with you about exciting opportunities join their team as a Technologist in Westborough, MA. In this position you will work in a fast paced, customer focused, and challenging environment, and will be a part of our overall mission at LabCorp: “Improving Health, Improving Lives”.
As a QC Technologist you will be responsible for reagent preparation and testing for use in a high throughput clinical testing laboratory. The Integrated Genetics-Westborough site processes extracted DNA from peripheral blood and prenatal samples (amniotic fluid and chorionic villi) for genetic testing. A variety of molecular genetics techniques are used to include Next Generation Sequencing, real time PCR, Sanger Sequencing and Southern Blot analysis to test for specific genetic diseases such as cystic fibrosis, spinal muscular atrophy and Fragile X syndrome to name just a few.
Work Schedule: Monday – Friday, 8:00am - 4:30pm.
Benefits:All job offers will be based on a candidate’s skills and prior relevant experience, applicable degrees/certifications, as well as internal equity and market data. Regular, full-time or part-time employees working 20 or more hours per week are eligible for comprehensive benefits including: Medical, Dental, Vision, Life, STD/LTD, 401(K), ESPP, Paid time off (PTO) or Flexible time off (FTO), Commissions, and Company bonus where applicable. For more detailed information, pleaseclick here.
Responsibilities:
Preparation and timely delivery of reagents for use in molecular assays
Follow QC procedures to inventory, order, prepare, and test new reagents
Under general supervision, perform complex and diverse molecular assays
Maintain internal documentation for all steps of the processes as outlined in SOPs
Coordinate work assignments and be able to prioritize independently
Troubleshoot assays and reagent qualification issues
Participate in a team approach to workflow management of the lab
Contribute to ongoing process improvement efforts
Update and create new SOPs and other controlled documents
Requirements:
Bachelor's degree in a Chemical or Biological science, Clinical Laboratory Science, Medical Technology or meet local regulatory (CLIA & State) requirements
Minimum 1 year of clinical laboratory testing experience is required
ASCP or AMT certification is preferred
Ability to work independently and within a team environment
Proficient with computers; Familiarity with laboratory information systems is a plus
High level of attention detail along with strong communication and organizational skills
Must be able to pass a standardized color vision screen
Flexibility to work overtime or other shifts depending on business needs
If you're looking for a career that offers opportunities for growth, continual development, professional challenge and the chance to make a real difference, apply today!
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Job posted: 2024-03-29