Medical lab scientist working with NIPT Panorama assay.Process over 1000 samples daily with high complexity NGS assay including library prep, barcoding, and sequencing for prenatal testing.Operate automated liquid handlers such as Tecan and Hamilton to carry out processes.Sanity checking for quality metrics after sequencing run completion.RhD assay validation.Utilize LabVantage and LIMS to execute lab processes for patient samples.

Perform high complexity clinical assays using:Allelic discrimination and real-time PCR for TPMT/NUDT15 testing.Restriction fragment length polymorphism for hemochromatosis testing.Bisulfite conversion of DNA with PCR amp followed by pyrosequencing for MGMT/MLH1 testing.Perform method, precision, and stability tests for Factor II and Factor V Leiden assay verification. Analyze assay results and generate patient reports for pathologist review.Quality Control of reagents through in run testInstrument to instrument verification for assays.

Order appropriate testing and process specimens in a timely manner to ensure optimum patient care and achievement of turn-around-times.Isolation and quantification of DNA and RNA from various human specimens.Maintain a clean and organized lab area with proper reagent and specimen storage.Effective healthcare communication with providers, clients, and draw sites.

Actively participate in research relating to colorectal cancer and iron metabolismEffectively conduct experiments such as PCR, gel electrophoresis, and genotyping. Create and update lab information with results allowing for lab members to efficiently access information.Collaborate and assisted lab technicians with their projects to produce adequate research.Actively listen, learn, and ask questions to better understand concepts about research.