POSITION SUMMARY:

This position reports to the Clinical Laboratory Manager and will perform clinical genetic testing of client samples. This position is instrumental in ensuring rapid turn-around of high quality genetic testing while meeting CLIA (and other regulatory) standards.

RESPONSIBILITIES:

Specific duties may include:

• Sample receiving and initial processing
• Laboratory sample processing
• Data analysis and processing
• Report generation
• Laboratory maintenance procedures
• Other duties as assigned
• Review, understanding, and compliance with ArcherDX HIPAA Security policies and procedures.
• Safeguarding the privacy and security of protected health information and European Union personal data.
• Processing and handling of European Union personal data only as directed by ArcherDX for purposes of personalized molecular pathology.

EDUCTATION:

• Bachelor’s Degree (B.A./B.S.) from a four-year College or University in biology or life science

EXPEREINCE:

• Must meet Clinical Lab Improvement Act (CLIA) minimum standards for testing personnel
• One (1) year clinical laboratory experience (minimum)
• Two (2) or more years of clinical laboratory experience (preferred)

SPECIAL SKILLS/KNOWLEDGE

• Knowledge of good clinical laboratory practices
• Knowledge of Next Generation Sequencing (NGS)
• Experience with molecular genetics bench work or similar laboratory work
• Experience with laboratory and safety equipment as it relates to client testing and low volume-liquid handling techniques
• Experience with laboratory data entry (LIMS) and data processing (Excel, Unix/Linux Command Line Interface)
• Experience with DNA extraction processes, library preparation, PCR, real-time qPCR and genetic sequencing preferred
• Must be authorized to work in the United States

OTHER REQUIREMENTS:

• Must be able to sit, stand and walk for long periods of time
• Must be available for odd hours (second/third shift) and occasional Saturdays

KEY ATTRIBUTES:

• Drive and determination
• Ability to work in a fast paced and dynamic environment
• Ability to participate with others as a member of the team to ensure that demanding and difficult projects are handled smoothly and cooperatively to enhance the success of the projects and maintain strong relationships within all parts of the company.
• Strong communication and presentation skills
• Self-starter
  
  • Driven to perform
  • Self-directed: needs little explicit direction
  • Able to organize, prioritize, and delegate tasks to efficiently move projects forward.
• On-Job-Training – As required