Cytogenetics Analyst, FISH

Labcorp

. Perform routine procedures including tissue culture, harvesting, slide making and banding, automated karyotyping, reagent preparation, and FISH processing, probing, and scoping.

Posted 5/15/2026part-timeRemote • Tennessee • 🇺🇸 United StatesJunior💰 $25 - $50 per hourWebsite

About the role

Key responsibilities & impact

Perform routine procedures including tissue culture, harvesting, slide making and banding, automated karyotyping, reagent preparation, and FISH processing, probing, and scoping.
Determine the acceptability of specimens for testing according to established criteria
Perform routine and complex technical procedures and functions according to departmental Standard Operating Procedures
Monitor, operate and troubleshoot instrumentation to ensure proper functionality
Demonstrate the ability to make technical decisions regarding testing and problem solving.
Prepare, test and evaluate new reagents or controls
Report accurate and timely test results in order to deliver quality patient care
Perform and document preventive maintenance and quality control procedures
Identify and replenish testing bench supplies as necessary
Assist with processing of specimens when needed
Maintain a safe work environment and wear appropriate personal protective equipment

Requirements

What you’ll need

Bachelor’s degree in a Chemical or Biological science, Clinical Laboratory Science or Medical Technology
1 year or more of clinical laboratory testing experience in cytogenetics/FISH
Certified by the National Credentialing Agency (NCA) in Cytogenetics (CLSp-CG) ASCP or AMT certification preferred
Understanding of laboratory operations as well as policies and procedures
Experience working in a high volume laboratory environment
Ability to work independently and within a team environment
Proficient with computers; Familiarity with laboratory information systems
High level of attention to detail along with strong communication and organizational skills
Ability to handle the physical requirements of the position
Able to pass a standardized color blindness test

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

tissue cultureautomated karyotypingFISH processingreagent preparationspecimen testingpreventive maintenancequality control procedurestechnical decision makingproblem solvingclinical laboratory testing

Soft Skills

attention to detailstrong communication skillsorganizational skillsability to work independentlyteamwork

Certifications

Bachelor’s degree in Chemical ScienceBachelor’s degree in Biological ScienceBachelor’s degree in Clinical Laboratory ScienceBachelor’s degree in Medical TechnologyNCA certification in Cytogenetics (CLSp-CG)ASCP certificationAMT certification