Cytogenetic Technologist-Associate
Job Duties:
- DNA extraction, PCR and qPCR procedures. Microarray testing. Equipment maintenance, inventory and data collection for microarray assays. Documentation of specimen data as required. Initiate cultures of all sample types. Prepare microscope slides using routine and specialized banding techniques. Maintain laboratory equipment in proper working order. Prepare media needed for cell growth. Culture and harvest cells from long or short-term tissue cultures (e.g. Amniotic Fluid, Bone Marrows) for routine chromosome analysis.
- Assist with process improvement validation studies/projects. Perform other duties as assigned.
- Analyze chromosome preparations, selecting cells counting and analyzing each under the microscope. Use of automated metaphase scanner software to count/analyze chromosomes and document data. Prepare karyotypes using cytovision.
- Prepare samples for denaturation/hybridization and perform FISH analysis. Prepare reagents. Maintain probe inventory logs and validation/documentation binders. Harvest samples for FISH and perform plasma cell isolation technique
- Perform other duties as assigned.
Preferred Education:
Bachelor's degree in Cytogenetics/Molecular Genetics from a program accredited by the National Accrediting Agency for Clinical Laboratory Sciences (NAACLS), OR a Bachelor's degree in the biological, chemical and/or medical sciences, with a post-baccalaureate cytogenetics/molecular genetics certificate AND be certified as a Clinical Laboratory Specialist in Cytogenetics (CG)/Molecular Genetics by the American Society of Clinical Pathologist (ASCP). DNA extraction, qPCR, PCR, microarray experience.
Benefits Overview
UT Health San Antonio offers an excellent benefits package for its employees. Employees who work at least 20 hours a week, with an appointment of at least 4.5 months, are eligible for benefits.
Medical- UT SELECT Medical insurance is offered free for employees and administered by Blue Cross and Blue Shield of Texas. Family members can be added to the plan through payroll deduction. Employees and their dependents can also receive discounted copays and coinsurance when using UT Health Physicians, a network of 800 premier physicians including more than 100 specialists.
Dental - Three dental insurance plan options are available for employees and their families through Delta Dental Insurance Company, two PPOs and one dental HMO plan. Both PPO plans allow employees to choose any licensed dentist.
Vision- Fully insured Vision Care benefits are offered by Superior Vision Services. Two vision plan options that offer either standard or enhanced vision benefits. Life Employees receive $40,000 of group term life insurance and $40,000 of basic accidental death and dismemberment insurance for free, with options to purchase additional employee and dependent coverage for both at group rates.
Retirement- Employees are eligible for either the Teacher Retirement System (TRS) or the Optional Retirement Plan (ORP). TRS is a defined benefit retirement plan which UT Health matches employee contributions. ORP is for eligible faculty staff employees. Voluntary retirement programs are also available to invest before- or after-tax dollars with the choice of five quality retirement plan providers.
Time Off- A generous leave program offers multiple paid leave options:
Front-loaded Paid Time Off: 128 to 208 hours (16 to 26 days) of Paid Time Off based on years of service, given at the start of each fiscal year. PTO may be prorated in year one based on date of hire.
Extended Illness Bank: 8 hours (1 day) accrued per month which can be used for illness or injury after one day of Paid Time Off is taken.
Paid Family Leave: Up to 240 hours (6 weeks) to care for a spouse, child, or parent after 6 months of consecutive employment.
Holidays: 12 set paid holidays each fiscal year.
FSAs- Employees can enroll in flexible spending accounts (FSAs) to set aside money from earnings before taxes for qualifying dependent day care expenses or out-of-pocket health care expenses.
Discounts- Employees enjoy a range of discounts on services, tickets, and gym membership.
UT Health San Antonio is an Equal Employment Opportunity/Affirmative Action Employer including protected veterans and persons with disabilities. All faculty appointments are designated as security sensitive positions.
