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Molecular Technologist I/II (High Complexity)
Chicago · Full-time · Posted Oct 23, 2026
- Experience
- At least 3 to 6 months of NGS workflow and/or molecular biology testing experience is required. 1–2+ years of relevant post-baccalaureate clinical experience is preferred.
- Education
- MS or BS in medical technology, clinical laboratory science, chemical science, or biological science, plus the stated minimum coursework (24 semester hours of medical laboratory technology courses, or the specified science-course combination).
About the job
Performs clinical oncology molecular testing and next-generation sequencing (NGS) in a high-complexity laboratory, maintaining quality, equipment, documentation, and training standards.
What you'll do
- Perform diagnostic molecular testing and NGS workflows, including sample quantification, library preparation, hybridization/capture, cleanup, and sequencing.
- Carry out quality control, proficiency testing, equipment maintenance, and laboratory cleaning in accordance with SOPs.
- Enter patient results into LIMS and support procedure documentation, training, and workflow optimization.
What they ask for
- MS or BS in a stated relevant science or medical laboratory field, with the specified coursework from an accredited institution.
- At least 3 to 6 months of experience in NGS workflows and/or molecular biology testing techniques.
- Excellent communication, attention to detail, and ability to work collaboratively in an interdisciplinary team.
Nice to have
- 1–2+ years of relevant post-baccalaureate clinical experience; human-sample testing experience in a CAP/CLIA high-complexity laboratory.
- Experience with robotics or automated liquid handling, LIMS, Illumina sequencing, oncology/genomics testing, or CLIA/CAP high-complexity laboratories.
Pay
$23.25-$25.50 USD hourly rate
Tools
next-generation sequencing, Illumina Novaseq6000, NovaX, LIMS, robotics, automated liquid handling systems
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