Cytogenetic Technologist
Camden, NJ
Monday – Friday 7:30am-4pm (somewhat flexible).
$10,000 Sign-On Bonus

The Cytogenetics Technologist performs routine and specialized activities related to the operation of the Cytogenetics laboratory including microscope analysis, tissue culture, cell harvesting, karyotyping on a variety of tissue specimens (bone marrow, blood, tumor tissues).

Responsibility
1. Performs culture set-up (bone marrow, peripheral blood, tissue) and harvest, slide making and slide staining for cytogenetics and FISH Analysis and interpretation of results.
2. Image captures appropriate number of cells on each case on the Department's computerized imaging system. Prepares karyograms for each case on the imaging system and analyzes them for the presence of chromosomal defects.
3. Performs appropriate banding and staining procedures to ensure optimal visibility of chromosome structure. Performs various ...