Lab Technician,

Mindlance is a national recruiting company which partners with many of the leading employers across the country. Feel free to check us out at http://www.mindlance.com. •    Performs sample preparation activities including DNA extraction, data entry, and analysis. •    Primarily responsible for IN/DEL-based and/or SNP-based genetic testing, including: sample preparation, processing, generation of results, and data calling. •    Completes training on platforms as needed & conducts SSR/SNP testing & analysis other platforms as needed. •    Flexibility to function in several lab functional areas such as Sample Archiving, Pre-Amplification (DNA extraction and sample prep) and Post-Amplification (Sample processing and detection). Able to recognize lab work flow issues and adapt processes and procedures to ensure rapid turnaround of sample extractions and analysis. •    With QA guidance, independently troubleshoots anomolous scientific results. Assist with investigations into questionable or out-of-specification laboratory data. •    Authors and revises SOPs as needed. •    Conducts process investigations and troubleshooting as assigned. •    Maintains laboratory inventories as needed. •    Participates in and/or leads area quality and cost improvement programs as needed. •    Coaches or trains less skilled or new laboratory personnel as needed. •    Contributes ideas that will lead to continuous improvement of laboratory testing procedures (efficiency and/or quality). •    Assists with laboratory job scheduling. •    Able to work independently with a high degree of accuracy and attention to detail. •    Maintaining clean shared work space Qualifications: •    MINIMUM SKILLS, EDUCATION, EXPERIENCE, ATTRIBUTES: •    B.S. Degree in Molecular Genetics or science-related field with at least 1 year of laboratory experience (genetics preferred) for external candidates. •    Proficient in pipette usage. •    Ability to read, understand, and follow SOPs. Familiarity with safety and operational procedures. •    Strong excellent oral and written communication skills. •    Excellent time management skills. •    Strong team orientation and work ethic. •    Must be detail oriented and accurate. •    Familiarity with Microsoft Office applications and LIMS applications All your information will be kept confidential according to EEO guidelines.