Job Summary:

Prepares, examines, and analyzes chromosomes found in biological specimens, such as amniotic fluids, bone marrow, and blood, to aid in the diagnosis and treatment of genetic diseases.

Essential Duties:

• Harvests cell cultures at optimum time sequence based on knowledge of cell cycle differences and culture conditions.
• Prepares slides of cell cultures, selects banding techniques, and stains slides to make chromosomes visible under a microscope.
• Performs analysis of G-banded or FISH slides in order to determine the presence of any structural abnormalities.
• Performs non-routine cytogenetic procedures as required.
• Ensures the quality assurance of laboratory equipment.
• Performs other job-related duties as assigned.

Education:

• Required: Bachelor's degree in biology or related field.

Experience:

• Required: Two years' experience as a Cytogenetic Technologist.

Certification/Licenses/Registration:

• Required: Certification/registration as a Medical Technologist by the American Society of Clinical Pathologists or certification as a Clinical Lab Specialist in Cytogenetics (NCA). 

EEO Statement:

Baylor Genetics is proud to be an equal opportunity employer dedicated to building an inclusive and diverse workforce. We do not discriminate based on race, religion, color, national origin, sex, sexual orientation, age, gender identity, veteran status, disability, genetic information, pregnancy, childbirth, or related medical conditions, or any other status protected under applicable federal, state, or local law.