Senior Laboratory Technologist – Cytogenetics

Location

New York, New York

Shift:

Day (United States of America)

Description:

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Senior Laboratory Technologist – Cytogenetics - Days

At NewYork-Presbyterian Hospital, Senior Laboratory Technologists are redefining the limits of science and medicine. We study some of the most complex and rarely seen medical conditions - with unmatched energy and expertise. Join our team as a Senior Laboratory Technologist and Make Tomorrow Better For Countless Human Beings.

Join our Cytogenetics team as a Senior Laboratory Technologist. Our full-service genetics laboratory offers you the ability to specialize in the latest techniques such as FISH and microarray testing, while using state-of-the-art equipment -- including automated metaphase finding and karyotyping systems. In this versatile facility, you'll perform tasks in everything from pre- and post-natal genetics for genetic counseling to cancer genetics for our continuously expanding Cancer program. Collaborating with the finest healthcare professionals in the city, you'll be challenged to continue your education and stay at the forefront of the genetics field. Experience life at our pace-setting hospital and become one of the Amazing People making it possible.

A Senior FISH Technologist performs fluorescence in situ hybridization (FISH) testing to detect chromosomal abnormalities in oncology, hematology, and constitutional specimens. This role focuses on FISH‑related bench work, analysis, documentation, and quality compliance to support accurate diagnostic results.

Core responsibilities include:

• Perform all aspects of FISH Wet lab procedures, including general lab maintenance and reagent inventory.

• Perform FISH analysis on all specimen types including BM/PB, FFPE and fresh tissue.

• Communicate results effectively to supervisors, pathologists, or clinical laboratory directors as required.

This is a full-time day shift position, working Monday – Friday 9:00am-5:00pm including flexibility to cover occasional Saturdays as needed, located at NewYork-Presbyterian Weill Cornell Medical Center.

Required Criteria:

• Bachelor’s degree in Biology, Chemistry, molecular Biology, Medical Technology or related field.
• New York State Clinical Laboratory Technologist licensure from the New York Education department.
• 2 years experience as a Laboratory Technologist.
• Knowledge of laboratory policies and procedures.