Tempus
Molecular Technologist I (Extractions)
Chicago · Full-time · Posted Oct 23, 2026
- Experience
- 0–1+ years of clinical laboratory experience.
- Education
- BS in medical technology, clinical laboratory science, chemical, or biological science.
About the job
Performs clinical molecular laboratory testing, especially nucleic acid extraction and DNA/RNA analysis, to produce high-quality data with rapid turnaround.
What you'll do
- Perform routine testing, quality control, calibration, maintenance, proficiency testing, and complex molecular procedures according to protocols.
- Extract nucleic acids and quantify and qualify DNA/RNA using robotics and automated liquid handlers.
- Enter clinical patient data in the Laboratory Information Management system and maintain competency under CAP, CLIA, and NYSDOH regulations.
What they ask for
- BS in medical technology, clinical laboratory science, chemical science, or biological science.
- 0–1+ years of clinical laboratory experience.
- Excellent communication skills and attention to detail.
- Ability to work collaboratively in an interdisciplinary team and carry out scientific programs.
Nice to have
- Experience in a CLIA/CAP high-complexity laboratory.
- Experience with robotics and automated liquid handling systems; knowledge of LIMS platforms and computer systems.
Pay
USD 23.25 hourly rate (CHI); USD 3,000 sign-on bonus (Molecular Technologist I, 2nd Shift); USD 5,000 sign-on bonus (Molecular Technologist I, 3rd Shift)
Tools
robotics, automated liquid handlers, Laboratory Information Management system, LIMS, CAP, CLIA, NYSDOH
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