Position Overview
Cytogenetic Technologist
Location: Charlotte, North Carolina
Duties:
- Performs sample set up, harvesting, slide preparation, staining, microscopic analysis, photography, karyotyping, and FISH analysis.
- Ensures specimen integrity during all processing phases.
- Conducts various culturing procedures including blood, bone marrow, and biopsy cultures.
- Performs slide preparations and staining techniques.
- Conducts detailed microscopic analysis and FISH processing.
- Manages record keeping, stock supply levels, and educates lab personnel.
- Coordinates with colleagues and maintains quality control of culture apparatus.
- Stays informed about cytogenetics field developments and performs validation studies.
Skills:
- Long periods of sitting and standing during procedures.
- Manual dexterity and ability to work with biohazardous materials.
- May be required to lift up to 50 poun...