Genetics Technologist II

Genetics Technologist II

CSI Site - Alpharetta, GA 30004

Overview

Level Experienced Position Type Full Time Education Level 4 Year Degree Category Biotech

Description

About Us

CSI Laboratories, a Fulgent Genetics Company, is a nationally recognized cancer testing and diagnostics laboratory experienced in helping pathologists and oncologists diagnose and treat cancer patients.

Founded in 2011, our parent entity, Fulgent Genetics, has evolved into a premier full-service genomic testing company built around a foundational technology platform.

Through our diverse testing menu, Fulgent is focused on transforming patient care in oncology, anatomic pathology, infectious and rare diseases, and reproductive health. We believe that by providing a wide range of effective, flexible testing options in conjunction with best-in-class service and support, we can redefine the way medicine is managed for patients and clinicians alike.

Since integrating with our therapeutic development business, Fulgent is also developing drug candidates for treating a broad range of cancers using a novel nanoencapsulation and targeted therapy platform. By merging our fields of expertise, we aim to become a fully integrated precision medicine company.

Summary of Position

Under minimal supervision, coordinates, oversees, and performs routine and specialized activities related to the operation of the cytogenetics laboratory. Develops protocols, coordinates work flow and oversees quality control in specialized areas of the laboratory.

Key Job Elements

• Sample/Cell Culture preparation: Initiates, maintains, and harvests cell cultures of human tissue for genetic testing. Prepares samples for hematological FISH by creating smears, and/or preparing slides from harvested cultures. Prepares samples from FFPE for analyzing Her2/neu and other paraffin embedded FISH.
• Washing and Handling of FISH slides: Has knowledge of and follows the appropriate protocols for the washing and handling of FISH slides.
• Charts/Records: Records pertinent laboratory data on the appropriate form or chart to ensure accurate and complete documentation of laboratory findings.
• Meetings: Participates in regularly scheduled lab meetings to present pertinent information and to remain abreast of changes and activities in the laboratory area.
• Microscopy/Analysis: Analyzes selected banded metaphase spreads and/or interphase nuclei under the microscope or on the monitor for genetic abnormalities with 98% accuracy.
• Productivity: Keeps a daily work log and surpasses the industry standard of 4 full cases for karyotyping and/or 60 probes for FISH analyzed per day.
• Imaging: Uses specialized equipment to capture and enhance images at optimum resolution for karyotyping.
• Professional Development: Attends in-services, reads professional literature, and participates in educational programs and activities to remain abreast of developments in the field of cytogenetics. Participates in proficiency testing.
• Protocol (Revision): Designs and assists in the development of new protocols. Identifies ways in which laboratory procedures and activities can be modified to improve upon current methodologies.
• Reagents/Media/Solutions: Prepares reagents, stains, media, and solutions for FISH in accordance with laboratory protocol.
• Equipment: Has knowledge of and can program the RapidFISH ovens, Thermobrites, and VP2000s. Has knowledge of the fume hoods, the centrifuges, the biological safety cabinets, pipette aids, the pH meter, and any other equipment that is essential for job performance.
• Quality Assurance: Ensure compliance with quality control policies and procedures to ensure that all aspects of laboratory operation are performed in accordance with accepted standards and applicable laws for clinical laboratories.
• Resource: Acts as a technical resource for less experienced personnel regarding laboratory procedures.
• Safety: Practices universal precautions measures necessary for the handling of body fluids.
• Leadership: Assists in overseeing work in one or more areas of specialized laboratory activity.
• Miscellaneous: Performs other duties as specified by supervisor.

Qualifications

Knowledge/Experience

• Bachelor's degree in biology or related field.
• Three (3+) or more years of experience in a cytogenetics laboratory.
• Certified as a Cytogenetic Technologist by ASCP.
• Laboratory personnel participating in licensure or certification maintenance programs must complete the number of continuing education hours prescribed by their licensing or certifying agency.
• Technical laboratory personnel whose certification has been grandfathered and does not require participation in a certification maintenance program must complete at least twelve hours of continuing education annually.

Environment

Fulgent Therapeutics LLC/CSI is an Equal Employment Opportunity Employer.

The work environment characteristics described here are representative of those an employee encounters while performing the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable qualified individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions. The term "qualified individual with a disability" means an individual with a disability who, with or without reasonable accommodation, can perform the essential functions of the position.

• Potential Exposure to toxic chemicals and the bio-hazards associated with handling blood, solid tissue, and body fluids.