Sr Cytogenic Analyst
Baylor Genetics
Summary
The Sr. Cytogenetic Analyst is responsible for analyzing cytogenetic samples from various biological specimen types to aid in diagnosing and treating genetic diseases. This role involves performing routine and complex cytogenetic procedures, ensuring lab quality standards, and assisting in lab management activities.
Job description
Job Summary
The Sr. Cytogenetic Analyst is responsible for analyzing cytogenetic samples from various biological specimen types to aid in diagnosing and treating genetic diseases. This role involves performing routine and complex cytogenetic procedures, ensuring lab quality standards, and assisting in lab management activities.
Key Responsibilities
- Perform routine and non-routine cytogenetic procedures, including slide preparation and analysis.
- Review chromosome and FISH samples, write reports, and ensure quality standards.
- Support lab manager in staffing, scheduling, and monitoring turnaround time (TAT).
- Troubleshoot quality issues in the lab and perform routine maintenance on equipment.
- Assist in more complex cytogenetic procedures and ensure adherence to established policies.
- Demonstrate capabilities in at least one of the following areas (Validation and Tech Transfer).
- Participate in proficiency testing (PT) as assigned; document results and assist with investigations/corrective actions for unsatisfactory performance.
- Ensure performance and documentation of quality control (QC) for assays/instruments/reagents.
- Ensure maintenance of complete and accurate records.
- Ensure prompt notification to the supervisor/technical leadership of QC failures, PT issues, specimen problems, instrument malfunctions, and other nonconformances; document notifications and actions taken.
- Additional duties as assigned.
Qualifications
Required: Bachelor's degree (BA/BS) or higher in Medical Technology, Clinical Laboratory Science, or a related chemical, physical, or biological science field from an accredited institution required.
Experience
- 5+ years of relevant lab data analyst experience.
- 3+ years relevant clinical lab operations/wetlab experience.
- High-level experience leading projects and transferring complex assays.
- Certification/registration as a Technologist in Cytogenetics by the American Society of Clinical Pathologists CG(ASCP).
Competencies
- Strong problem-solving skills, ability to identify and resolve issues promptly.
- Excellent oral and written communication skills for clear reporting and presentations.
- Ability to work in a team, share expertise, and contribute to team objectives.
- Detail-oriented, maintains high-quality standards, and promotes continuous improvement.
- Adaptable to changes and can manage competing demands in the work environment.
- Demonstrates dependability, punctuality, and commitment to achieving goals.
Requirements
- Bachelor's degree (BA/BS) or higher in Medical Technology, Clinical Laboratory Science, or a related chemical, physical, or biological science field from an accredited institution.
- 5+ years of relevant lab data analyst experience.
- 3+ years relevant clinical lab operations/wetlab experience.
- High-level experience leading projects and transferring complex assays.
- Certification/registration as a Technologist in Cytogenetics by the American Society of Clinical Pathologists CG(ASCP).
- Strong problem-solving skills.
- Excellent oral and written communication skills.
- Ability to work in a team.
- Detail-oriented.
- Adaptable to changes.
Company overview
Baylor Genetics is a leading diagnostic genomics company that pioneered the history of genetic testing and now serves as a premier precision diagnostics partner. Founded in 1978 and headquartered in Houston's Texas Medical Center, the company offers a comprehensive spectrum of clinically relevant genetic testing services including Whole Genome Sequencing, Whole Exome Sequencing, and targeted panels. Baylor Genetics combines advanced genomic technologies with genetic counseling support to help clinicians shorten diagnostic journeys for patients with rare diseases and complex genetic conditions. Their testing menu spans family planning, pregnancy, pediatrics, oncology, and specialized diagnostic areas, serving clients across all 50 U.S. states and 16 countries internationally. The company's mission focuses on providing rapid, comprehensive precision diagnostics to guide medical management and ensure no patient with a genetic disorder is left behind. Baylor Genetics operates as a clinical laboratory that translates complex genomic insights into actionable clinical information, supporting healthcare providers in making informed decisions for patient care across various medical specialties.