Junior Lab Technician - Molecular Biology

As a Laboratory Technician, your role involves maintaining a high level of cleanliness, organization, and safety in the department. You will be responsible for various tasks related to sample processing and ensuring compliance with lab safety policies. Your key responsibilities include: - Adhering to the proper dress code and Universal Precautions (PPE) at all times. - Keeping the department clean, well-stocked, and organized for efficient sample processing. - Preparing hypochlorite solutions daily as per lab safety policy. - Segregating and safely disposing of biomedical waste. - Recording and maintaining department forms and records for verification. - Following procedures and safety protocols when processing COVID samples. - Coordinating workflow to ensure timely reporting of results. - Performing sterility checks and maintaining UV usage in the department. - Cleaning work benches and maintaining equipment as recommended. - Updating basic documentation and receiving samples for processing. - Performing QC checks during PCR assays and lot changes. - Assisting in nucleic acid extraction and storing positive samples. - Processing split samples for proficiency testing. - Checking pending samples in LIS and releasing reports. - Assisting with documentation and maintaining QMS documents. - Reporting any non-conformance related to technical activities. - Participating in training and improvement programs. - Acting as auditee during internal lab audits. - Maintaining patient confidentiality and promoting team building. - Handling and maintaining equipment during processing. - Taking corrective actions against observed nonconformance. In addition, you will be required to work full-time on a schedule that includes day shifts, rotational shifts, and weekend availability. You should have a Bachelor's degree and at least 1 year of experience in Molecular Biology. The work location is in Chennai, Tamil Nadu, and you must be able to reliably commute or plan to relocate before starting work.,