Molecular Genomic Specialist I

UPMC Presbyterian is hiring a Molecular Genomic Specialist I to support the Molecular and Genomic Pathology Laboratory (MGP)!  This is a daylight position working Monday through Friday – no weekends or holidays are required!

The Molecular and Genomic Pathology Laboratory (MGP) is a dynamic state-of-the-art clinical laboratory that prides itself on providing the highest quality of patient care in the fields of inherited diseases, hematological malignancies, and solid tumors utilizing cutting-edge molecular testing platforms and informatics approaches exemplified by next-generation sequencing. MGP offers its staff a challenging and rewarding career by offering a wide variety of job responsibilities as well as opportunities to identify and build upon individual strengths. MGP promotes lab-wide collaboration and teamwork where each staff member is valued for the unique skill set they can offer the team!

We are currently offering a generous sign-on bonus for those who qualify!

Responsibilities:

• Independently perform clinical testing in accordance with established SOPs. 
• Process all clinical, QC and PT specimens through clinical workflow.
• Demonstrate high-level problem-solving skills and analytical abilities to successfully perform laboratory testing.
• Accurately record relevant data and values in case folders and internal databases.
• Process samples meticulously to avoid cross-contamination.
• Meet established turn-around-time deadlines for clinical testing.
• Maintain expertise in or knowledge of molecular biology techniques, including but not limited to: nucleic acid isolation, nucleic acid quantitation, PCR/RT-PCR/qPCR, Sanger sequencing, LOH, methylation analysis, MassARRAY MALDI-TOF, next-generation sequencing, etc.
• 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.
• 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.
• 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.
• Maintain proficiency in appropriate Laboratory Information Management Systems (LIMS).
• Appropriately use automated and/or liquid handling machines for clinical testing.
• Accurately and precisely analyze molecular assay results for final interpretation by medical staff.