Molecular Genetics Technologist III

JOB SUMMARY

KEY RESPONSIBILITIES

• General PCR Set-up 
• Performs testing and troubleshoots assay performance 
• Performs data analysis 
• Operates and maintains the laboratory equipment 
• Performs QC and takes appropriate actions if systems deviate from the laboratory’s established specification 
• Performs other duties as required

QUALIFICATIONS

Required

• Education:
• Bachelor’s degree in a scientific discipline or medical technology 
• Experience:
• 4-6 years

Preferred:

COMPETENCIES

• Technical Skills--Assesses own strengths and weaknesses; Pursues training and development opportunities; Strives to continuously build knowledge and skills; Shares expertise with others.
• Oral Communication--Speaks clearly and persuasively in positive or negative situations; Listens and gets clarification; Responds well to questions; Demonstrates group presentation skills; Participates in meetings.
• Written Communication--Writes clearly and informatively; Edits work for spelling and grammar; Varies writing style to meet needs; Presents numerical data effectively; Able to read and interpret written information.
• Teamwork--Balances team and individual responsibilities; Exhibits objectivity and openness to others' views; Gives and welcomes feedback; Contributes to building a positive team spirit; Puts success of team above own interests; Able to build morale and group commitments to goals and objectives; Supports everyone's efforts to succeed.
• Organizational Support--Follows policies and procedures; Completes administrative tasks correctly and on time; Supports organization's goals and values; Benefits organization through outside activities; Supports affirmative action and respects diversity. 
• Quality--Demonstrates accuracy and thoroughness; Looks for ways to improve and promote quality; Applies feedback to improve performance; Monitors own work to ensure quality. 
• Quantity--Meets productivity standards; Completes work in timely manner; Strives to increase productivity; Works quickly. 
• Safety and Security--Observes safety and security procedures; Determines appropriate action beyond guidelines; Reports potentially unsafe conditions; Uses equipment and materials properly. 
• Adaptability--Adapts to changes in the work environment; Manages competing demands; Changes approach or method to best fit the situation; Able to deal with frequent change, delays, or unexpected events. 
• Attendance/Punctuality--Is consistently at work and on time; Ensures work responsibilities are covered when absent; Arrives at meetings and appointments on time. 
• Dependability--Follows instructions, responds to management direction; Takes responsibility for own actions; Keeps commitments; Commits to long hours of work when necessary to reach goals; Completes tasks on time or notifies appropriate person with an alternate plan. 

PHYSICAL DEMANDS AND WORK ENVIRONMENT

• Frequently required to sit 
• Frequently required to stand 
• Frequently required to utilize hand and finger dexterity 
• Frequently required to talk or hear 
• Frequently required utilize visual acuity to operate equipment, read technical information, and/or use keyboard 
• Occasional exposure to blood-borne and airborne pathogens or infectious materials 

EEO STATEMENT