Chemist, Biologist - Patient Sample Testing, Histology (m/f/d)

Beschreibung

Molecular Technologist II (m/f/d)

PENZBERG, GERMANY

Foundation Medicine began with an idea—to simplify the complex nature of cancer genomics, bringing cutting-edge science and technology to everyday cancer care. Our approach generates insights that help doctors match patients to more treatment options and helps accelerate the development of new therapies. Foundation Medicine is the culmination of talented people coming together to realize an important vision, and the work we do every day impacts real lives. Foundation Medicine is headquartered in the heart of Cambridge, MA, USA. Since October 2017, Foundation Medicine GmbH in Penzberg has been actively supporting this mission.Position SummaryThe Molecular Technologist II is responsible for performing all aspects of complex patient sample testing, such as solution and reagent preparation, equipment maintenance, and tasks that pertain to the handling and testing of patient specimens, without direct supervision. The Molecular Technologist II is cross-functionally trained to perform all process steps and/or assays and assists with more complex troubleshooting or problem solving. The position provides on-the-job training to colleagues and also has responsibilities external to patient specimen processing that are project based or supporting qualification and validation activities.

What the job is about

• Perform Histology
• Perform NGS Assays; DNAx, LC, HC, QC, Seq
• Perform testing workflow that maintains quality, thoroughness, and optimum efficiency result turnaround time
• Perform daily, weekly, monthly and as needed equipment maintenance check
• Participate in reagent and assay quality control and validations
• Collaborate on SOPs revisions and drafts as needed to adjust for process improvement initiatives and regulatory changes
• Train others in laboratory processes
• Finally, work closely with Quality Assurance and internal stakeholders on customer complaints, Non-conformances and CAPAs

Your qualifications

• Bachelor‘s degree in a chemical, physical, biological, or life science field
• 2+ years of molecular laboratory work experience in an ISO:15189 regulated lab
• You are detail oriented with excellent prioritization and organizational skills and have a passion for documentation and management
• You are fluent in German and English language

Development opportunities and benefits

• You can expect a high degree of independence and a flexible working environment
• We stand for sincere and trust-based interaction with each other
• Your personal and professional development is very important to us
• All the advantages of a familiar work environment while being embedded in a large, global company