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Senior Cytogenetic Tech

Brigham and Women's Hospital
$34.13 - $49.63
United States, Massachusetts, Boston
70 Francis Street (Show on map)
Jun 03, 2026
We're offering a generous sign-on bonus of $10,000 to eligible candidates who join our team. Recognizing and valuing exceptional talent, we're excited to discuss the details of this bonus during the interview process. Summary The Clinical Cytogenetics Laboratory handles approximately 10,000 specimens per year, performing the following testing: chromosome analysis, fluorescence in-situ hybridization (FISH) and microarray analysis. High complexity testing includes a diverse set of requirements for reporting and specimen handling and follows National Patient Safety Goals, OSHA, CLIA and Joint Commission Regulations. . Does this position require Patient Care? No Essential Functions - Log in samples and review submitted clinical data to allow appropriate pre-analytic triage of specimens - Perform assigned tissue culture and wet lab duties and assist with maintaining equipment, supplies and reagent stocks -Demonstrate technical expertise in FISH analysis: Perform all aspects of specimen processing; analyze metaphases or interphase nuclei and record hybridization patterns; capture representative images at the fluorescence microscope workstation -Teach rotating residents and fellows and train new employees when assigned -Participate in scheduled technical meetings and assigned CAP proficiency testing -Participate in quality assurance activities, such as assisting with new assay and equipment validation and periodic updates to standard operating protocols Education Bachelor's Degree Biological Sciences required or Bachelor's Degree Clinical Laboratory Sciences Licenses and Credentials ASCP Certification Required. Experience Experience working in a clinical Cytogenetics laboratory 5 years is required Knowledge, Skills and Abilities - Responsible worker with productive work habits. - Strong communication and interpersonal skills. - Manual dexterity and visual acuity. - Proficient with computers (including use of Microsoft Word, Microsoft Excel, etc.). - Organized, detail-oriented and able to keep meticulous records. - Respectful of patient confidentiality. Physical Requirements Standing Frequently (34-66%) Walking Frequently (34-66%) Sitting Occasionally (3-33%) Lifting Frequently (34-66%) 35lbs+ (w/assisted device) Carrying Frequently (34-66%) 20lbs - 35lbs Pushing Occasionally (3-33%) Pulling Occasionally (3-33%) Climbing Rarely (Less than 2%) Balancing Frequently (34-66%) Stooping Occasionally (3-33%) Kneeling Occasionally (3-33%) Crouching Occasionally (3-33%) Crawling Rarely (Less than 2%) Reaching Frequently (34-66%) Gross Manipulation (Handling) Frequently (34-66%) Fine Manipulation (Fingering) Frequently (34-66%) Feeling Constantly (67-100%) Foot Use Rarely (Less than 2%) Vision - Far Constantly (67-100%) Vision - Near Constantly (67-100%) Talking Constantly (67-100%) Hearing Constantly (67-100%) The Brigham and Women's Hospital, Inc. is an Equal Opportunity Employer. By embracing diverse skills, perspectives and ideas, we choose to lead. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religious creed, national origin, sex, age, gender identity, disability, sexual orientation, military service, genetic information, and/or other status protected under law. We will ensure that all individuals with a disability are provided a reasonable accommodation to participate in the job application or interview process, to perform essential job functions, and to receive other benefits and privileges of employment.