Demo

Molecular Technologist I (Extractions)

Tempus AI
Chicago, IL Full Time
POSTED ON 11/4/2026
AVAILABLE BEFORE 2/8/2027
Passionate about precision medicine and advancing the healthcare industry?

Recent advancements in underlying technology have finally made it possible for AI to impact clinical care in a meaningful way. Tempus' proprietary platform connects an entire ecosystem of real-world evidence to deliver real-time, actionable insights to physicians, providing critical information about the right treatments for the right patients, at the right time.

  • Work with a cutting-edge genomics workflow to provide high-quality data with rapid turnaround times in a clinical laboratory.
  • Perform routine testing, quality control, calibration, maintenance and proficiency testing in accordance with current laboratory procedures.
  • Perform complex molecular-based procedures with a high degree of quality and in accordance with established protocols.
  • Perform nucleic acid extraction and DNA/RNA quantification and qualification using robotics and automated liquid handlers
  • Sterilizing laboratory equipment and workspaces as assigned.
  • Entering clinical patient data into the Laboratory Information Management system.
  • Obtain 12 continuing education hours in the field of oncology or molecular biology.
  • Maintain competency to perform all assigned molecular biology protocols in accordance

with CAP, CLIA, NYSDOH regulations.

Qualifications

Must have:

  • One of the following educational requirements: BS in medical technology, clinical laboratory science, chemical, or biological science.
  • 0-1 years clinical laboratory experience
  • Excellent communication skills
  • Thrives in a fast-paced environment
  • Ability to work with others to plan and carry out scientific programs
  • Self-driven and works well in an interdisciplinary team with minimal direction
  • Strong desire to build products that will save lives and change the course of cancer
  • Impeccable attention to detail

Highly Desirable

  • Work in a CLIA/CAP high-complexity laboratory
  • Experience with robotics and automated liquid handling systems
  • Knowledge of LIMS platforms and various computer systems

Candidates must be able to work the assigned shift. Please note that shift assignment is based on technical level, experience, and current business needs.

Current Available Shifts

  • Wednesday - Saturday, Overnight (priority)
  • Wednesday-Saturday or Sunday-Wednesday, PM

Additional Incentives: Eligible shifts qualify for shift differentials, with potential sign-on incentives available for select shifts.

CHI Hourly Rate: $23.25

The expected salary range may vary for other locations. Actual salary may vary based on qualifications and experience. Tempus offers a full range of benefits, which may include incentive compensation, restricted stock units, medical and other benefits depending on the position.

We are an equal opportunity employer. We do not discriminate on the basis of race, religion, color, national origin, gender, sexual orientation, age, marital status, veteran status, or disability status.

Salary : $23

If your compensation planning software is too rigid to deploy winning incentive strategies, it’s time to find an adaptable solution. Compensation Planning
Enhance your organization's compensation strategy with salary data sets that HR and team managers can use to pay your staff right. Surveys & Data Sets

What is the career path for a Molecular Technologist I (Extractions)?

Sign up to receive alerts about other jobs on the Molecular Technologist I (Extractions) career path by checking the boxes next to the positions that interest you.
Income Estimation: 
$47,093 - $58,989
Income Estimation: 
$58,931 - $72,415
Income Estimation: 
$67,065 - $95,497
Employees: Get a Salary Increase
View Core, Job Family, and Industry Job Skills and Competency Data for more than 15,000 Job Titles Skills Library

Job openings at Tempus AI

  • Tempus AI Minneapolis, MN
  • Passionate about precision medicine and advancing the healthcare industry? Recent advancements in underlying technology have finally made it possible for A... more
  • 6 Days Ago

  • Tempus AI Chicago, IL
  • Passionate about precision medicine and advancing the healthcare industry? Recent advancements in underlying technology have finally made it possible for A... more
  • 9 Days Ago

  • Tempus AI Chicago, IL
  • Passionate about precision medicine and advancing the healthcare industry? Recent advancements in underlying technology have finally made it possible for A... more
  • 10 Days Ago

  • Tempus AI Chicago, IL
  • Passionate about precision medicine and advancing the healthcare industry? Recent advancements in underlying technology have finally made it possible for A... more
  • 10 Days Ago


Not the job you're looking for? Here are some other Molecular Technologist I (Extractions) jobs in the Chicago, IL area that may be a better fit.

  • Unified Women's Healthcare Itasca, IL
  • Overview The Molecular Technologist is responsible for pre-analytical, analytical and post analytical processes associated with specimen processing. Includ... more
  • 9 Days Ago

  • tempus CO
  • Passionate about precision medicine and advancing the healthcare industry? Recent advancements in underlying technology have finally made it possible for A... more
  • 25 Days Ago

AI Assistant is available now!

Feel free to start your new journey!