Cytogenetics Lab Scientist Role at Penn State Health USA
Penn State Health is hiring a Cytogenetics Lab Scientist I – Path Cytogenetics at its Hershey Medical Center in Pennsylvania. This full-time scientist job offers the opportunity to work in a high-impact clinical laboratory, supporting the diagnosis and treatment of inherited and acquired genetic disorders using advanced cytogenetics techniques.
Job Details:
- Job Title: Cytogenetics Lab Scientist I – Path Cytogenetics
- Location: Hershey, Pennsylvania
- Organization: Penn State Health – Hershey Medical Center
- Employment Type: Full Time
- FTE: 1.00
- Shift: Day Shift
- Working Hours: 10:00 AM – 6:30 PM
- Union Status: Non Bargained
About Penn State Health:
Penn State Health is a leading academic health system committed to patient-centered care, education, research, and innovation. Penn State Hershey Medical Center is Central Pennsylvania’s only Academic Medical Center, a Level 1 Regional Adult and Pediatric Trauma Center, and a four-time Magnet-designated hospital. The organization promotes excellence, teamwork, integrity, and continuous professional growth in healthcare and cytogenetics laboratory science. Explore more scientist job offers in the USA.
Educational Requirements:
- Bachelor’s degree in chemical, biological, clinical, or medical laboratory science, or medical technology from an accredited institution
OR - Bachelor’s degree in Molecular Biology, Biotechnology, or related life sciences with at least 30 semester hours in biology and chemistry
- Eligibility for Technologist in Cytogenetics CG(ASCP) certification upon hire
- CG(ASCP) certification required within 18 months of employment
- Completion of an accredited cytogenetics program or one year of clinical cytogenetics laboratory experience
Key Responsibilities for Cytogenetics Lab Scientist Role:
- Perform cytogenetics testing for diagnosis, prognosis, and treatment planning
- Culture, harvest, and prepare slides from biological samples
- Analyze peripheral blood, amniotic fluid, tissue, bone marrow, and tumor samples
- Conduct chromosome analysis and fluorescence in situ hybridization (FISH)
- Perform microscopic and image analysis
- Support molecular assays including chromosome microarray analysis (CMA)
Skills Required for Cytogenetics Lab Scientist Role:
- Strong knowledge of cytogenetics laboratory techniques
- Experience with karyotyping, FISH, and molecular assays
- Attention to detail and analytical thinking
- Ability to work independently and as part of a clinical laboratory team
- Familiarity with chromosome microarray analysis (preferred)
Benefits of the Role:
- Medical, dental, and vision insurance with no waiting period
- Generous paid time off and paid parental leave
- Retirement plans and extended illness bank
- Tuition reimbursement and career development opportunities
- Employee wellness programs and fitness discounts
- Competitive pay and employee recognition programs
