Molecular Biologist (NABL Lab) For Banglore

Position: Technician-Molecular Biology

Experience: 3-5 years of relevant experience

Education Qualification: MSc (Biotechnology/Molecular Genetics/Generic Engineering)

Job Location: Bangalore

Languages: English, Hindi & Kannada

CTC: Based on current CTC

Responsibilities

• Prepare, process, analyze and store samples according to standard operating procedures (SOPs)
• Ability to work in a fast-paced molecular biology environment utilizing meticulous skills requiring a high level of precision
• Handling instruments such as RT-PCR
• Use/operate bio-safety cabinets, incubators, centrifuges, washers, vortexes, analyzers, and other supporting laboratory equipment
• Evaluate results to determine interference, inhibition, or other problems that arise during extraction, amplification, or sequencing of DNA
• Perform RT-PCR-based techniques such as extraction of DNA/RNA, prepare wet/dry Master Mix for PCR reactions, and analysis of run curves
• Perform quality control, validation, and other quality activities to verify performance of clinical assays
• Maintain equipment by performing assigned maintenance activities and troubleshoot unexpected problems with equipment
• Document sample results into spreadsheets and databases as required
• Perform data entry and analysis and reports
• Work with hazardous chemicals and biological materials (handling and disposal) using appropriate PPE
• Perform and document quality control procedures to ensure instrumentation is functioning properly
• Ability to organize workflow and coordinate with other team members
• Ability to maintain accurate records
• Ability to exercise good judgment in evaluating situations and making decisions
• Use established checklists for all equipment and perform routine maintenance
• Monitor and report scientific progress to ensure appropriate Quality Assurance (QA) and Quality Control (QC) procedures are followed
• Configure, operate and maintain specialized equipment
• Works independently and manages multiple testing protocols routinely
• Assist in the development, evaluation, and implementation of new procedures and protocols
• Maintain patient confidentiality
• Comply with company and departmental SOPs and strictly adhere to biosecurity policies and procedures to ensure QA and QC requirements are met
• Coordinate daily communications of laboratory with patients, physicians, and other parties
• Ability to define problems, collect data, establish facts, and draw valid conclusions
• Ability to interpret a variety of technical instructions and deal with abstract and concrete variables
• Operate complex equipment and computer programs related to equipment and LIS system

• Experience troubleshooting and working with scientific equipment is an asset
• Maintain current certification as required by the Safety Office
• Ability to manage multiple priorities in a fast-paced environment is essential
• Excellent written and oral communication skills required
• Basic skill level with Microsoft Office Suite

• Candidates with experience in Karyotyping and faced NABL audits are preferred
• Experience with Haematology analyzer