(Next-Generation Sequencing) Specialist - NGS Specialist
Company: STI
Location: Indianapolis
Posted on: April 2, 2026
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Job Description:
Incumbent will have in-depth knowledge and ability in the areas
of molecular biology and is able to perform laboratory associated
assays or the ability to learn these techniques upon successful
completion of proficiency testing. Representative duties include: •
Extraction of nucleic acids from specimens, isolates, and samples
via a variety of manual and automated methods; •Utilize molecular
techniques such as, but not limited to, PCR, MALDI-TOF, and NGS;
•Participate in the evaluation, development, validation, and
implementation of new testing methods used in clinical/reference
laboratory work, as well as, preparation of validation documents
and SOPs; •Provide technical oversight of the daily performance of
high complexity testing; strictly following the laboratory's
procedures for specimen handling and processing, test analyses,
reporting, and maintaining records of test results; • Maintain
laboratory record system of submitted samples and specimens and
their possible referral; • Evaluate, interpret, validate laboratory
results, and report findings; • Conduct quality control checks on
laboratory methods, materials, and equipment; • Document all
quality control activities, instrument calibrations, and
maintenance performed; • Participate in evaluation of new products
used in clinical/reference laboratory work; • Perform all related
work as required; •Testing personnel responsibilities (42 CFR
493.1495 Standard): The testing personnel are responsible for
specimen processing, test performance and for reporting test
results. (a) Each individual performs only those high complexity
tests that are authorized by the laboratory director and require a
degree of skill commensurate with the individual’s education,
training or experience, and technical abilities. (b) Each
individual performing high complexity testing must— (1) Follow the
laboratory’s procedures for specimen handling and processing, test
analyses, reporting and maintaining records of patient test
results; (2) Maintain records that demonstrate that proficiency
testing samples are tested in the same manner as patient specimens;
(3) Adhere to the laboratory’s quality control policies, document
all quality control activities, instrument and procedural
calibrations and maintenance performed; (4) Follow the laboratory’s
established policies and procedures whenever test systems are not
within the laboratory’s established acceptable levels of
performance; (5) Be capable of identifying problems that may
adversely affect test performance or reporting of test results and
either must correct the problems or immediately notify the general
supervisor, technical supervisor, clinical consultant, or director;
(6) Document all corrective actions taken when test systems deviate
from the laboratory’s established performance specifications; and
(7) Except as specified in paragraph (c) of this section, if
qualified under § 493.1489(b)(5), perform high complexity testing
only under the onsite, direct supervision of a general supervisor
qualified under § 493.1461. (c) Exception. For individuals
qualified under § 493.1489(b)(5), who were performing high
complexity testing on or before January 19, 1993, the requirements
of paragraph (b)(7) of this section are not effective, provided
that all high complexity testing performed by the individual in the
absence of a general supervisor is reviewed within 24 hours by a
general supervisor qualified under § 493.1461 Job Requirements: •
Extensive knowledge of the principles, theories and practices of
molecular biology, and related sub- specialties; • Experience with
Next Generation Sequencing platforms, technologies, and procedures.
• Specialized knowledge of current scientific methods and testing
procedures and the ability to apply them when seeking solutions to
public health laboratory problems; • Specialized knowledge of and
ability to use a full range of standard technical equipment,
complex scientific apparatus, and automated techniques of analysis;
• Extensive knowledge of laboratory safety practices and
principles; • Aware of state and federal laws, rules, regulations,
and policies concerning the program area (i.e. CLIA); • Ability to
meet requirements for personnel certification as a technologist
pursuant to the Clinical Laboratory Improvement Act (CLIA) •
Ability to effectively communicate technical information both
verbally and in writing and maintain productive working
relationships; • Ability to satisfactorily participate in
proficiency testing programs and recognize QA problems; • Ability
to compile, analyze, evaluate, and prepare laboratory reports.
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