NGS Molecular Laboratory Scientist
6 days ago
Indianapolis
Job Description Job ID: 779662 Position: NGS Specialist Department: IDOH Location: 550 W 16th St Ste B, Marion County, Indianapolis, IN 46202 Duration:8 + Months • This position is part of the Indiana Department of Health Laboratory, Advanced Molecular Detection Division Purpose of Position/Summary: • Incumbent is responsible for coordinating and performing the full range of molecular biological examinations and analyses, recording, interpreting, and result reporting of tests on specimens which may include human body fluids, tissues (human and animal), isolates from clinical specimens, and environmental samples to the submitting physician, clinic, hospital, or public health agency., • Incumbent is also responsible for the development, validation, and implementation of new molecular tests, preparation of validation documents and SOPs, and troubleshooting of the existing molecular tests., • Special emphasis for this position will be around genomic sequencing, maintenance of instrumentation for sequencing, and troubleshooting sequencing assays. Essential Duties/Responsibilities: • Incumbent will have in-depth knowledge and ability in the areas of molecular biology and is able to perform laboratory associated assays or the ability to learn these techniques upon successful completion of proficiency testing. Representative duties include:, • Extraction of nucleic acids from specimens, isolates, and samples via a variety of manual and automated methods; Job Requirements: * Extensive knowledge of the principles, theories and practices of molecular biology, and related sub- specialties; • Experience with Next Generation Sequencing platforms, technologies, and procedures., • Specialized knowledge of current scientific methods and testing procedures and the ability to apply them when seeking solutions to public health laboratory problems;, • Specialized knowledge of and ability to use a full range of standard technical equipment, complex scientific apparatus, and automated techniques of analysis;, • Extensive knowledge of laboratory safety practices and principles;, • Aware of state and federal laws, rules, regulations, and policies concerning the program area (i.e. CLIA);, • Ability to meet requirements for personnel certification as a technologist pursuant to the Clinical Laboratory Improvement Act (CLIA), • Ability to effectively communicate technical information both verbally and in writing and maintain productive working relationships;, • Ability to satisfactorily participate in proficiency testing programs and recognize QA problems; Department: IDOH Location: 550 W 16th St Ste B, Marion County, Indianapolis, IN 46202 Duration:8 + Months • This position is part of the Indiana Department of Health Laboratory, Advanced Molecular Detection Division Purpose of Position/Summary: • Incumbent is responsible for coordinating and performing the full range of molecular biological examinations and analyses, recording, interpreting, and result reporting of tests on specimens which may include human body fluids, tissues (human and animal), isolates from clinical specimens, and environmental samples to the submitting physician, clinic, hospital, or public health agency., • Incumbent is also responsible for the development, validation, and implementation of new molecular tests, preparation of validation documents and SOPs, and troubleshooting of the existing molecular tests., • Special emphasis for this position will be around genomic sequencing, maintenance of instrumentation for sequencing, and troubleshooting sequencing assays. Essential Duties/Responsibilities: • Incumbent will have in-depth knowledge and ability in the areas of molecular biology and is able to perform laboratory associated assays or the ability to learn these techniques upon successful completion of proficiency testing. Representative duties include:, • Extraction of nucleic acids from specimens, isolates, and samples via a variety of manual and automated methods; Job Requirements: * Extensive knowledge of the principles, theories and practices of molecular biology, and related sub- specialties; • Experience with Next Generation Sequencing platforms, technologies, and procedures., • Specialized knowledge of current scientific methods and testing procedures and the ability to apply them when seeking solutions to public health laboratory problems;, • Specialized knowledge of and ability to use a full range of standard technical equipment, complex scientific apparatus, and automated techniques of analysis;, • Extensive knowledge of laboratory safety practices and principles;, • Aware of state and federal laws, rules, regulations, and policies concerning the program area (i.e. CLIA);, • Ability to meet requirements for personnel certification as a technologist pursuant to the Clinical Laboratory Improvement Act (CLIA), • Ability to effectively communicate technical information both verbally and in writing and maintain productive working relationships;, • Ability to satisfactorily participate in proficiency testing programs and recognize QA problems;, • Ability to compile, analyze, evaluate, and prepare laboratory reports.Company DescriptionnLeague provides one of the most advanced and professional staffing solutions in the United states for temporary, regular staffing. Our access to a large database of staffing resources is backed by time-tested HR management system that makes your deployment of staffing a pleasure. With over 2,500+ staff already deployed across various industries, nleague is working hard to increase its presence across the country. With offices covering USA and India, we can offer the perfect staffing solutions for you with workers that are sourced locally and trained for your requirements.nLeague provides one of the most advanced and professional staffing solutions in the United states for temporary, regular staffing. Our access to a large database of staffing resources is backed by time-tested HR management system that makes your deployment of staffing a pleasure.\r\n\r\nWith over 2,500+ staff already deployed across various industries, nleague is working hard to increase its presence across the country. With offices covering USA and India, we can offer the perfect staffing solutions for you with workers that are sourced locally and trained for your requirements.