Cytogenetics Technologist

The OHSU Knight Cancer Institute known as one of the pioneers in personalized cancer medicine is an international leader in research and cancer treatment. Driven by its mission to end cancer as we know it the institute is building upon its expertise in targeted treatments to advance the early detection of cancer when the disease is most treatable.

With decades of academic laboratory experience in pathology and genetics the Knight Diagnostic Laboratories deliver advanced diagnostic testing to make personalized medicine a reality. Specializing in oncology rare genetic disorders and infectious disease the laboratories are CLIA certified and CAP accredited. Our Medical Directors and seasoned technical staff have many years of experience in clinical testing and test development and are dedicated to providing the best quality service for physicians and their patients. Through our close partnership with the Knight BioLibrary and Histopathology Shared Resource Laboratories research investigators can gain access to human biological specimens histology and immunohistochemistry services.

Every Knight Cancer employee is expected to embody our guiding principles:

• We act BOLDLYBreakthroughs require pushing the boundaries of science exploring new frontiers and thinking differently
• We SUPPORT each otherRespect leads to trust which leads to excellence
• We work as a CONNECTED teamWe must leverage our collective brain power to conquer cancer because no one individual can do it alone

The purpose of this position is to perform all aspects of cytogenetic technological assessment of patient samples in preparation for Director interpretation of highly complex genetic testing results. This position supports the mission and objectives of the laboratory OHSU and the Knight Cancer Institute. The duties require initiative and independent decision-making and appropriate communication and discussion of results with fellow workers supervisors directors and a variety of health care professionals.

Duties include:

• Initiates and maintains amniotic fluid solid tissue and blood/bone marrow cultures for both routine and prometaphase chromosome analysis; prepares culture media and solutions; harvests tissue cultures and prepares cells for chromosome or molecular cytogenetic analysis by both routine and special means; makes slide preparations stains chromosome preparations using both routine and special techniques; performs microscopic analysis and captures images using ASI system to prepare karyograms and for fluorescent in situ hybridization (FISH) testing on metaphase and interphase preparations (including tissue sections); extracts labels hybridizes and scans DNA samples for microarray testing; enters data into laboratory information system.
• Prepares summary of procedures and findings; keeps appropriate records; makes and answers telephone calls related to obtaining specimens and patient information needed for sample processing and preparing reports; participates in training of new laboratory personnel residents post docs and fellows.
• Promotes excellent customer service clear communication excellent teamwork and maintains a professional demeanor at all times even under stressful conditions.

• Bachelors degree in a biological science AND completion of a certified cytogenetic technologist training program or one year of experience performing human traditional and molecular cytogenetics; OR an equivalent combination of training and experience
• Completion of a certified cytogenetic technologist training program and/or two years of experience performing human traditional and/or molecular cytogenetics in a CLIA-approved laboratory;
  OR An equivalent combination of education training and experience.
• Completion of a certified cytogenetic technologist training program and/or two years of experience performing human traditional and/or molecular cytogenetics in a CLIA-approved laboratory;
  OR An equivalent combination of education training and experience.

• Bachelors degree with courses in genetics cytogenetics and/or molecular biology
• Experience in a fast paced multidisciplinary clinical cytogenetics laboratory environment
• Experience with microarray wet lab and analysis. Experience with fluorescent in situ hybridization (FISH) on metaphase and interphase preparations including tissue sections

Apply online. Please be sure to upload a Cover Letter and Resume/CV.

We offer a variety of benefits on top of joining a thriving organization:

• Medical dental and vision coverage at no or low cost to employees
  • Covered 100% for full-time employees and 88% for dependents
• Several retirement plans to choose from with contributions from OHSU
• 104 hours of vacation time per year (increases over time)
• 96 hours of sick leave a year (prorated for part-time employees)
• Commuter subsidies
• Tuition reimbursement
• Access to group life insurance disability insurance and other supplemental benefits
• Annual Raises
• Growth/Development Opportunities
• Employee discounts to local and major businesses

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