Highmark Health
Genomics Technologist Senior - Full Time - Day Shift - Pittsburgh
Pittsburgh PA, 15212, 1307 Federal St · Senior · Full-time
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About the role
- This role involves performing complex molecular and genomic testing using advanced technologies such as next-generation sequencing (NGS), PCR, and other molecular diagnostic platforms while ensuring compliance with regulatory and quality standards
- The senior technologist is responsible for overseeing specimen processing, extraction, library preparation, sequencing, quality control assessment, data review, and troubleshooting of laboratory instrumentation and assays.
- They work closely with laboratory staff, pathologists, and healthcare providers to ensure accurate and timely test results.
Responsibilities
- Performs and oversees the performance high complexity molecular testing including tissue preparation, DNA/RNA extraction, qPCR, NGS library prep, sequencing, and result analysis.
- Manages the operation, maintains, calibration, and troubleshooting molecular and genomics laboratory instrumentation.
- Manage specimen processing, reagent preparation, inventory tracking, and detailed laboratory documentation.
- This job independently performs and oversees specialized testing and analysis of patient DNA, RNA, and other genetic materials to support the diagnosis, prognosis, and treatment of inherited and acquired diseases.
- Additionally, senior technologists maintain laboratory documentation, participate in assay validation and quality improvement initiatives, and adhere to CLIA, CAP, and other accreditation requirements.
Requirements
- Bachelor's degree in biology, chemical, physical or clinical laboratory science.
- 5 years of Experience in a Molecular Diagnostic Laboratory
- 5 years of Experience in a clinical Molecular Diagnostics Laboratory
Skills
- Experience with Molecular Techniques
- Statistical Analysis
- Leadership Skills
- It may not contain a comprehensive inventory of all duties, responsibilities, and qualifications required of employees to do this job.
- Furthermore, it is every employee's responsibility to comply with the company's Code of Business Conduct.
- For accommodation requests, please contact HR Services Online at HRServices@highmarkhealth.org
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Benefits
- Serves as a consultant to laboratory personnel and other health care providers, as needed.
- Participates in continuing education to ensure growth and development of the laboratory.
Company info
- Allegheny Health Network
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