Research Teaching Specialist II - Cytogenetics
Rutgers, The State University of New Jersey is seeking a Research Teaching Specialist II – Cytogenetics for the department of Pathology within the Rutgers New Jersey Medical School. The Research Teaching Specialist II – Cytogenetics role is to conduct specialized clinical cytogenetic testing, including but not limited to chromosome karyotyping and Fluorescence in Situ Hybridization (FISH).
Among the key duties of this position are the following:
- Assist the laboratory with maintaining laboratory, accessioning and technical responsibilities.
- Carry out various technical and clinical operations relating to the activities of the laboratory.
- Assist in the establishment of performance standards, proficiency testing, quality control and procedures associated to the maintenance of the clinical laboratory licenses.
- Perform various assays independently with responsibilities for accurate methodology and proper instrumentation usage.
- Assist with the instructing and training of students in various techniques and procedures specifically related to Clinical Testing protocols.
- Performs other related duties as assigned.
Minimum Requirements:
Bachelor’s Degree in a relevant Science plus ten (10) years of human chromosome karyotyping experience and familiarity with tumor karyotypes.
Required Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities:
- The individual must be reliable, and dedicated to performing at their best to maintain excellent patient care.
- Capable of working independently within laboratory standards.
- Must be able to differentiate colors.
Preferred Qualifications:
- Previous experience working in a Clinical Cytogenetic lab.
- Familiarity with CytoVision is preferred but not required.
- ASCP certified preferred but not required.
Physical Demands and Work Environment:
- Exposure to harmful chemicals.
- Exposure to human blood, bone marrow, body fluids, or tissues.
- Work in dark rooms as well as standing for long periods of time doing bench top work.
All offers of employment are contingent upon successful completion of all pre-employment screenings.
Rutgers University is an equal access/equal opportunity institution.
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