Myriad Neuroscience is a personalized medicine company dedicated to help clinicians determine the right medication for individual patients with medical conditions. Myriad Neuroscience's proprietary technology is based on pharmacogenomics - the study of the genetic factors that influence an individual's response to drug treatments as well as evidence-based medicine and clinical pharmacology. The company was founded in 2006 to commercialize industry-leading personalized medicine technology developed by Myriad Neuroscience based on technology licensed from Mayo Clinic and Cincinnati Children's Hospital Medical Center.

Myriad Neuroscience is the only company in the category with multiple peer-reviewed, published studies that demonstrate the clinical validity and clinical utility of its technology, including its substantial health care cost savings benefit.

Shift: Monday-Friday 2:30pm-10:00pm

Pay: Starting at $22/hr, plus $2/hr shift differential

JOB OVERVIEW

The Laboratory Technician I is responsible for specimen processing and test performance according to laboratory procedures. This position reports to the Laboratory Supervisor.

PRIMARY RESPONSIBILITIES

• Perform laboratory testing according to laboratory procedures for specimen handling and processing, reporting and maintaining lab records, minor troubleshooting.
• Acquire and maintain competency by participating in required training and continuing education activities before and after starting new procedures.
• Participate in proficiency testing samples.
• Adhere to laboratory quality control and quality assurance procedures, document all necessary quality control and quality assurance activities.
• Follow the laboratory's established corrective action policies whenever test systems are not within laboratory established performance specification.
• Recognize potential and existing problems that may adversely affect results of patient testing. Correct the problem immediately or notify appropriate personnel per laboratory processes.
• This position may operate with some supervision.
• Other duties as assigned.

REQUIRED KNOWLEDGE/SKILLS/ABILITIES

• Bachelor degree or higher in medical technology, clinical laboratory science, chemistry or chemical engineering, biological or other physical science.
• 1 year of relevant clinical lab experience or equivalent preferred.
• Ability to work on site
• Must demonstrate ability to perform tasks correctly and consistently.
• Follow all rules and regulations and adhere to the highest ethical standards.
• Excellent time management, scheduling, and organizational skills.
• Ability to manage multiple tasks in a fast-paced environment.
• Ability to work effectively under tight timelines and schedules.
• Ability to work independently and as a contributing team member.
• Ability to sense the importance or impact of issues and situations and take appropriate actions.
• Must be flexible, innovative, and self-motivated.
• Must have the flexibility to work extra hours to meet corporate and departmental goals.
• Strong communication, interpersonal and organizational skills.