Location: Waltham MA
Type: Contract To Hire
Job #34674

Position: Lab Tech
Location: Waltham, MA
Pay: $25-35/hour
This is an onsite full time position!

POSITION SUMMARY
This position is responsible for performing high-complexity CLIA testing in day-to-day operations of the laboratory. (Must know PCR techniques)

ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS

Responsible for specimen processing, test performance, and for reporting test results.
Follow the laboratory’s procedure for specimen handling and processing, test analyses, reporting and maintain records of patient test results
Adhere to the laboratory’s quality control policies, document all quality control activities, instrument and procedural calibrations and maintenance performed.
Perform molecular techniques, such as DNA/RNA extraction, qPCR, and operate automated liquid handling platforms.
Perform daily, weekly, monthly and as needed equipment maintenance checks.
Maintain organization and cleanliness in the labs.
Perform workflow that maintains quality, thoroughness, and optimum efficiency for Turn Around Time (TAT).
Follow the laboratory’s established policies and procedures whenever test systems are not within the laboratory’s established acceptable levels of performance.
Document all corrective actions taken when test systems deviate from the laboratory’s established performance specifications
Except as specified in the qualifications, perform high complexity testing only under the onsite direct supervision of a General Supervisor qualified.

JOB SPECIFICATIONS

BS or MS in Biology, Biochemistry, Molecular Biology or related scientific field
2-4 years of experience within laboratory setting
Proficient experience with PCR and molecular techniques required

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