Molecular Lab Technician

• DNA/RNA extraction and quantification
• PCR and qPCR
• Gel electrophoresis and documentation
• Primer preparation/design
• Sanger sequencing and/or NGS library preparation
• Molecular diagnostic testing
• Sample processing and tracking
• Operating and maintaining laboratory instruments
• Quality control and following SOPs
• Recording, analyzing and reporting test results
• Troubleshooting laboratory procedures

A current Hyderabad genomics technologist posting, for example, lists DNA extraction, PCR, Sanger sequencing, NGS library preparation, cytomicroarray, result analysis and QC among the duties. J Joblum

Qualification

Common qualifications include:

• B.Sc./B.Tech. in Biotechnology, Microbiology, Molecular Biology, Biochemistry, Life Sciences or a related field
• M.Sc./M.Tech. can be advantageous for more specialized or research-oriented positions
• Practical experience with PCR, DNA/RNA extraction, sequencing or molecular diagnostics is valuable.