Medical Laboratory Technologist - Molecular Diagnostics - Regular Full-Time 2026-18468 (2026-18468)
Provide technical expertise and troubleshoot quality issues for molecular technologies across various specimen types in a clinical laboratory. Collaborate with multidisciplinary teams to ensure operational efficiency and implement continuous quality improvements using LEAN/Six Sigma principles.
- On-site
- Toronto, ON
- Posted Aug 21, 2026
- Apply by Sep 20, 2026
- 1 position
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Job summary
Summary Of Duties The Medical Laboratory Technologist position in the Molecular Diagnostics department will provide technical and subject matter expertise and will be adept at monitoring and trouble-shooting quality issues for all the molecular technologies used in the clinical molecular diagnostic laboratory with all specimen types for all divisions of lab medicine. The individual will contribute effectively as a member of the lab team to ensure that the day to day operational requirements are met efficiently. Collaborates and communicates effectively with technical staff, medical, scientific, management, and internal and external users with a customer focus. Seeks opportunities to improve services by identifying and evaluating technological enhancements; using LEAN/Six Sigma principles for efficient workflow and continuous quality improvement. Qualifications/Skills Current licensing with CMLTO in Genetics, Cytogenetics and Molecular - required Previous clinical laboratory experience or training in NGS - preferred Testing requirements utilizing DNA and RNA from a full range of sample types required Demonstrated ability to provide accurate patient results under strict timelines Strong theoretical and practical knowledge for effective trouble-shooting - required Demonstrated knowledge of good molecular lab practice - required Effective communication skills (both written and verbal) with individuals at all levels and in all disciplines Required to work in a dynamic, busy environment with good organizational skills Strong computer skills utilizing Microsoft Office including Excel and Powerpoint
What you’ll do
Provide technical expertise and troubleshoot quality issues for molecular technologies across various specimen types in a clinical laboratory. Collaborate with multidisciplinary teams to ensure operational efficiency and implement continuous quality improvements using LEAN/Six Sigma principles.
Requirements
Requires current CMLTO licensing in Genetics, Cytogenetics, and Molecular diagnostics along with strong knowledge of good molecular lab practices. Experience with Next Generation Sequencing (NGS) and proficiency in handling DNA and RNA samples are preferred.
Listed skills
- Microsoft OfficePreferred
Other relevant skills
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- Molecular Diagnostics
- Next Generation Sequencing
- DNA and RNA Extraction
- CMLTO Licensing
- Quality Control
- Troubleshooting
- LEAN
- Six Sigma
- Microsoft Office
- Clinical Laboratory Practice
Job areas
- Healthcare
- Science & Research
Additional details
- Minimum education
- Professional degree
- Minimum experience
- 2+ years
- Apply by
- Sep 20, 2026
- Posting language
- English
- Working hours
- 40 hours per week
- Seniority
- Entry level