Molecular Technologist II
City of Hope
Phoenix, AZ
Job posting number: #7302571 (Ref:3066880)
Posted: March 4, 2025
Application Deadline: Open Until Filled
Job Description
Translational Genomics Research Institute (TGen), a part of City of Hope, an Arizona-based, nonprofit medical research institute dedicated to conducting groundbreaking research with life-changing results. TGen Clinical Laboratory (TCL) is a CAP-accredited clinical laboratory developing and performing cutting-edge sequencing-based testing to assist in the diagnosis and classification of cancers. TCL was developed by TGen to move groundbreaking research into the clinical space. By bridging the gap between research findings and clinical application, we believe medicine becomes more rational, more precise and, well, more personal. We are currently looking for an experienced Molecular Technologist to help us develop, implement, and perform testing in our CAP and CLIA accredited clinical laboratory.
Job Description
Under the supervision of the Laboratory Manager, the Molecular Technologist II will perform technical work involving molecular analysis of various human biological materials. Job duties include complex steps requiring manual manipulation and pipetting, close monitoring and control of processes, evaluation of data, and careful and accurate documentation in a high-complexity laboratory environment.
- Perform all laboratory procedures for specimen handling and processing according to standard operating procedures
- Enter and verify data within the laboratory information management system
- Perform routine tests for use in the treatment and diagnosis of disease using standard techniques and equipment
- Maintain detailed records of tests performed and report laboratory test results to appropriate personnel
- Perform quality control procedures; review and report resulting data and maintain result records according to standard operating procedures
- Calibrate and perform routine maintenance on equipment to ensure proper functioning according to standard operating procedures.
- Participate in lab meetings and generate ideas for improving efficiency and productivity in the lab’s operations
- Ensure safe handling and biosafety compliance for all biological samples
- Perform other miscellaneous job-related duties as delegated
We are a human-centric organization that translates to our employees. Some of the perks in working for us:
- BC/BS of Arizona health coverage.
- Dental, Vision, Life, Short- and Long-Term Disability
- Top notch EAP with a full scope of concierge type services
- 401k with 6% match
- Generous time off
- Commuter benefits
- Much, much more!
The estimated pay scale represents the typical [salary/hourly] range City of Hope reasonably expects to pay for this position, with offers determined based on several factors which may include, but not be limited to, the candidate’s experience, expertise, skills, education, job scope, training, internal equity, geography/market, etc. This pay scale is subject to change from time to time.
City of Hope is a community of people characterized by our diversity of thought, background and approach, but tied together by our commitment to care for and cure those with cancer and other life-threatening diseases. The innovation that our diversity produces in the areas of research, treatment, philanthropy and education has made us national leaders in this fight. Our unique and diverse workforce provides us the ability to understand our patients' needs, deliver compassionate care and continue the quest for a cure for life-threatening diseases. At City of Hope, diversity and inclusion is a core value at the heart of our mission. We strive to create an inclusive workplace environment that engages all of our employees and provides them with opportunities to develop and grow, both personally and professionally. Each day brings an opportunity to strengthen our work, leverage our different perspectives and improve our patients’ experiences by learning from others. Diversity and inclusion is about much more than policies and campaigns. It is an integral part of who we are as an institution, how we operate and how we see our future.
