Cytogenetics Analyst

Labcorp

. Perform analysis of chromosomes, which includes imaging and karyotyping of cytogenetic specimens .

Posted 5/13/2026full-timeRemote • North Carolina • 🇺🇸 United StatesJuniorMid-Level💰 $25 - $40 per hourWebsite

About the role

Key responsibilities & impact

Perform analysis of chromosomes, which includes imaging and karyotyping of cytogenetic specimens
Focus is primarily on constitutional blood cases, with a possibility of prenatal cases
Analyze chromosomes for count, structural abnormality, and morphology from computer acquired image of a metaphase according to appropriate SOP
Prepare preliminary report for interpretation by arranging (karyotyping) the different pairs of chromosomes identifying their proper numerical sequence
Enter analysis information into appropriate computer systems for director interpretation
Check karyotypes according to departmental and group procedures and protocols prior to director review
Ensure chromosomes are placed and oriented properly
Verify patient demographic information
Verify that karyotype matches written diagnosis
Ensure karyotypes are appropriate for director review based on test ordered and result
Remote transfer of electronic images to and from satellite reading labs for analysis
Perform routine maintenance on laboratory and computer equipment in designated area
Participate in proficiency testing as required, maintains records that demonstrate that proficiency samples are tested in the same manner as patient samples
Attend all required meetings and represents laboratory in a professional manner
Participate in required continuing education activities
Comply with company policies and procedures
Perform other duties as required to meet the needs of the department and company

Requirements

What you’ll need

Bachelor's degree in a Chemical or Biological science, Clinical Laboratory Science, or Medical Technology
2 years or more of experience working in a Cytogenetics clinical laboratory
1 or more years experience performing karyotyping
1 or more years experience performing constitutional cytogenetics analysis
1 or more years experience with prenatal analysis (preferred)
1 or more years experience with Applied Spectral Imaging (ASI) software (preferred)
ASCP certification in Cytogenetics (ASCP CG) (preferred)

Benefits

Comp & perks

Medical
Dental
Vision
Life
STD/LTD
401(k)
Paid Time Off (PTO) or Flexible Time Off (FTO)
Tuition Reimbursement
Employee Stock Purchase Plan

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Hard Skills & Tools

karyotypingcytogenetics analysischromosome analysisstructural abnormality analysismorphology analysispreliminary report preparationdata entryproficiency testingroutine maintenance

Soft Skills

attention to detailprofessional representationcommunicationteam collaborationorganizational skills

Certifications

ASCP certification in Cytogenetics (ASCP CG)