Molecular Genomic Specialist - HTGC - Military veterans preferred

2025-09-04
University of Pittsburgh
Other

/yr

  employee   contract


Pittsburgh
Pennsylvania
15260
United States


Molecular Genomic Specialist - HTGC



The High Throughput Genomics Core (HTGC) is hiring a full-time Molecular Genomic Specialist to join their team in Shadyside. This position is daylight weekdays. HTGC is a high-throughput, industrial-scale sequencing center located in Pittsburgh, PA. We are one of the few sequencing centers that is both CAP accredited and CLIA certified, speaking to the highest quality laboratory standards. The ideal candidate has prior experience in clinical molecular testing or next generation sequencing. In this position, you will train in all areas of the laboratory performing high-complexity clinical testing.


Job Summary

Acts as operational laboratory manager to oversee general day-to-day operations and ensure compliance with all applicable regulations and protocols. Evaluates new products, negotiates vendor prices, and instructs staff and researchers in quality control and proper procedures.


Essential Functions

The High Throughput Genomics Core (HTGC) is hiring a full-time Molecular Genomic Specialist to join their team in Shadyside. This position is daylight weekdays. HTGC is a high-throughput, industrial-scale sequencing center located in Pittsburgh, PA. We are one of the few sequencing centers that is both CAP accredited and CLIA certified, speaking to the highest quality laboratory standards. The ideal candidate has prior experience in clinical molecular testing or next generation sequencing. In this position, you will train in all areas of the laboratory performing high-complexity clinical testing.


Physical Effort

• Standing or sitting for long periods of time at the bench.

• Reading small print on tubes, cryovials, and labels.

• Lifting up to 30 pounds.

Walking and traveling around campus

Bending and lifting to put away supplies.



Assignment Category: Full-time regular

Job Classification: Staff.Manager - Laboratory I

Job Family: Research

Job Sub Family: Laboratory

Campus: Pittsburgh

Minimum Education Level Required: Bachelor's Degree

Minimum Years of Experience Required: 2

Will this position accept substitution in lieu of education or experience: Combination of education and relevant experience will be considered in lieu of education and/ or experience requirement.

Work Schedule: Monday - Friday, 8:30 a.m. to 5:00 p.m. ;Schedule as set with Supervisor

Work Arrangement: Monday - Friday, 8:30 a.m. to 5:00 p.m. ;Schedule as set with Supervisor

Hiring Range: TBD Based Upon Qualifications

Relocation_Offered: No

Visa Sponsorship Provided: No

Background Check: For position finalists, employment with the University will require successful completion of a background check

Child Protection Clearances: Not Applicable

Required Documents: Resume, Cover Letter

Optional Documents: Not Applicable




Equal employment opportunity, including veterans and individuals with disabilities.

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