Laboratory Services Specialist

The laboratory performs Preimplantation Genetic Testing (PGT) for PGT-A (Aneuploidies), PGT-SR (Structural Rearrangements), and/or PGT-M (Monogenic or Single Gene Defects). This is an entry level, clinical laboratory scientist position, under the direction of the Laboratory Manager.The daily activities may consist of processing and/or analysis of clinical samples, data management, laboratory & equipment maintenance, consumables and reagent inventory management, or other duties as assigned, in accordance with the Quality Management System (QMS) under ISO 15189:2022.Sample handling may consist of sample receipt, accession, preparation, processing, analysis, storage and safe disposal. Sample processing may consist of performing DNA extraction, Whole Genome Amplification (WGA) via various methods followed by analysis via Next Generation Sequencing (NGS), PCR or other analytical techniques. The data management may consist of use of paper or electronic systems to ensure immaculate record keeping in accordance with GDPR requirements to maintain patient confidentiality and accurate results and reports. Laboratory, equipment, & reagents management may consist of maintenance, cleaning and inventory management.  Compliance is maintained through strict adherence to established Standard Operating Procedures (SOPs).