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USD 20-41/yr

Molecular Technologist I

United States - Arizona - Phoenixmid

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Abbott is a global healthcare leader that helps people live more fully at all stages of life. Our portfolio of life-changing technologies spans the spectrum of healthcare,

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Abbott is a global healthcare leader that helps people live more fully at all stages of life. Our portfolio of life-changing technologies spans the spectrum of healthcare, with leading businesses and products in diagnostics, medical devices, nutritionals and branded generic medicines. Our 122,000 colleagues serve people in more than 160 countries.

What We Offer

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Include but are not limited to the following:

✓Perform processing of patient samples using molecular biology protocols governed by standard operating procedures (SOPs).

✓Extract nucleic acids from sample types; including, but not limited to, human tissue, blood, and saliva.

✓Construct DNA/RNA libraries and NGS.

✓Operate liquid handling robots.

✓Analyze and problem solve basic sample and/or plate issues.

✓Review patient and control data, and document according to laboratory quality procedures; identify and communicate shifts, trends, or abnormal data; provide resolution options and recommendation with supportive information, as needed.

✓Maintain sufficient inventory of laboratory supplies for daily operations; work closely with the supply chain group to support point of use (POU) supplies.

✓Assist with the training of new laboratory personnel.

✓Perform daily maintenance and monitor the laboratory equipment.

✓Troubleshoot basic instrumentation issues.

✓Assist with the development and upkeep of SOPs.

✓Document activities and results in the laboratory information management software (LIMS) system and worksheets.

✓Perform environmental health and safety functions, as needed.

✓Act as a point of contact for the temperature alarm systems and respond to ensure integrity of specimens and reagents, as needed.

✓Ability to integrate and apply feedback in a professional manner.

✓Ability to prioritize and drive to results with a high emphasis on quality.

✓Ability to work as part of a team.

✓Apply strong communication skills; ability to maintain open communication with internal employees, managers, and customers.

✓Apply a high attention to detail with strong quality orientation.

✓Uphold company mission and values through accountability, innovation, integrity, quality, and teamwork.

✓Support and comply with the company’s Quality Management System policies and procedures.

✓Maintain regular and reliable attendance.

✓Ability to work nights or weekends as needed.

✓Ability to work on a mobile device, tablet, or in front of a computer screen and/or perform typing for approximately 20% of a typical working day.

✓Ability to work seated for approximately 20% of a typical working day. Ability to work standing for approximately 80% of a typical working day.

✓Ability to lift up to 25 pounds for approximately 5% of a typical working day.

✓Ability to comply with any applicable personal protective equipment requirements.

✓May perform repetitious actions using lab tools; including, but not limited to, pipettes.

✓Ability to use various chemicals to perform duties.

✓Ability to use a computer, concentrate, and read and/or analyze data.

✓May be exposed to hazardous materials and instruments with moving parts, heating and freezing elements, and high-speed centrifugation.

✓Ability to use various types of laboratory equipment; including next generation sequencing instruments, liquid handling robotics, and biosafety cabinets.

Requirements

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Bachelor’s Degree in a chemical, physical, biological or clinical laboratory science or medical technology.
Proficient in Microsoft Office programs, such as Word, Excel, and PowerPoint.
Authorization to work in the United States without sponsorship.
Demonstrated ability to perform the Essential Duties of the position with or without accommodation.

Experience in molecular diagnostics to include DNA Isolation, PCR, Real Time PCR, or sequencing.
Experience in next-generation sequencing (NGS).
Possession of a MB(ASCP) certification.1+ years of pertinent clinical laboratory experience.

$20.50 – $41.00/hour

In specific locations, the pay range may vary from the range posted.

Operations Quality

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United States > Phoenix : 445 North 5th St

Standard

Not Applicable

Awkward/forceful/repetitive (arms above shoulder, bent wrists), Continuous standing for prolonged periods (more than 2 consecutive hours in an 8 hour day), Routine work with chemicals, Work with human blood or other potentially infectious materials

Abbott is an Equal Opportunity Employer of Minorities/Women/Individuals with Disabilities/Protected Veterans.

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