Company Overview

At Memorial Sloan Kettering (MSK), we're not only changing the way we treat cancer, but also the way the world thinks about it. By working together and pushing forward with innovation and discovery, we're driving excellence and improving outcomes. We're treating cancer, one patient at a time. Join us and make a difference every day.

In compliance with applicable New York and New Jersey State regulatory authorities, COVID-19 vaccination (2 doses of either the Pfizer or Moderna vaccine or one dose of the Johnson & Johnson vaccine) is mandatory for all MSK employees, contingent workers, and volunteers. Exceptions are permitted for those employees who request and receive an approved medical or fully remote exemption.

*Staff working at a MSK New Jersey location must be up to date with COVID-19 vaccination, which includes having completed the primary COVID-19 vaccination series and booster once eligible as mandated by New Jersey State. All New Jersey staff not yet eligible for a booster must receive a booster within 3 weeks of becoming eligible as a condition of continued employment at MSK.

Note: Individuals are eligible to receive a COVID-19 booster five months after receiving the second dose of either the Pfizer or Moderna vaccine or two months after the J&J vaccine.

Job Description

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The Molecular Diagnostics Service in the Department of Pathology develops and performs numerous sophisticated clinical laboratory tests for the comprehensive molecular profiling of tumors. This helps clinicians define cancer diagnoses and make treatment decisions, including enrollment in clinical trials.

Candidate should perform and maintain competency in the complex DNA/RNA Molecular Diagnostic assay/tasks according to established operational procedures under supervision. Analyze and interpret test results. Work with supervisor to review/troubleshoot procedures and work assignments. Maintain complete documentation for assay tracking and results for review/reporting.

Molecular Diagnostics Service is a cutting-edge clinical laboratory with access to the most advanced robotic and automated instruments. DMP has two of our premier tests: MSK-IMPACT and MSK-ACCESS. MSK-IMPACT has been authorized by the US Food & Drug Administration as a clinical test and has been used to profile tumor and normal DNA samples from more than 40,000 MSK cases as part of their clinical care. "Liquid biopsy" applications such as MSK-ACCESS examine circulating cell-free DNA to enable genomic characterization of cancers where genomic tissue is not available and permits longitudinal monitoring of disease burden.

We are seeking an outstanding Technologist to join our DMP team. The candidate will work with all other teams within the Molecular Service including Extraction DNA/RNA teams, NGS teams and Non-NGS teams to ensure accurate and high-quality downstream testing.

You are:

• Highly motivated
• An excellent team player
• Organized and flexible with tasks
• Highly attentive to details
• Able to multi-task to prioritize work
• A quick learner
• Committed to improving cancer care

You will:

• Perform molecular testing as laboratory guidelines.
• DNA or RNA extraction on various specimen types including but not limited to blood, CSF, FFPE, nails, bone marrow.
• Work with the laboratory supervisor to review/troubleshoot procedures and work assignments.
• Assure the accuracy of all tests performed by adhering to the laboratory's Quality Control SOPs.
• Participate in the Proficiency Testing Program and inspections, as assigned.
• Participate in the laboratory inventory program that provides adequate inventories of reagents and supplies

You need:

• A BS or BA with at least 1-2 years of experience in extraction-based methods.
• Strong organizational and troubleshooting abilities, attention to detail and accuracy, and outstanding communication skills.
• NYS clinical license

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MSK is an equal opportunity and affirmative action employer committed to diversity and inclusion in all aspects of recruiting and employment. All qualified individuals are encouraged to apply and will receive consideration without regard to race, color, gender, gender identity or expression, sexual orientation, national origin, age, religion, creed, disability, veteran status or any other factor which cannot lawfully be used as a basis for an employment decision.

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