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Molecular Technologist

Full-Time  |  Overnight Shift  |  Union, NJ 07083

  Location:  Union, NJ 07083 (In-Person)

  Pay:  $35.00 – $38.00 per hour

  Schedule:  Monday – Friday, 11:00 PM – 7:00 AM

  Department:  Molecular Diagnostics

  Status:  Full-Time

About the Role

We are seeking a skilled and detail-driven Molecular Technologist to join our overnight laboratory team in Union, NJ. In this role, you'll perform complex molecular diagnostic testing — including PCR, nucleic acid extraction, and sequence analysis — that directly supports accurate, timely patient diagnoses. This overnight position is critical to keeping our lab's turnaround times fast and our quality standards high around the clock.

If you have a strong molecular biology background, thrive in a fast-paced lab environment, and take pride in precision work, we'd love to have you on our team.

What You'll Do

•       Perform molecular diagnostic testing, including PCR, RT-PCR, nucleic acid extraction, and amplification

•       Accurately prepare, process, and analyze patient specimens following established protocols and SOPs

•       Operate, calibrate, and maintain molecular testing equipment and instrumentation

•       Interpret and validate test results, escalating abnormal or unclear findings appropriately

•       Document testing data, QC results, and patient information accurately in the laboratory information system (LIS)

•       Perform and monitor quality control and quality assurance procedures to ensure testing accuracy

•       Troubleshoot instrument and assay issues, escalating to supervisors or technical support as needed

•       Maintain a clean, organized, and safety-compliant overnight laboratory environment

•       Adhere to CLIA, CAP, and all applicable regulatory and laboratory safety standards

•       Communicate effectively with day-shift staff to ensure seamless handoff and continuity of testing

What We're Looking For

Required

•       Bachelor's Degree in Molecular Biology, Clinical Laboratory Science, Medical Technology, or a related field

•       Relevant clinical laboratory certification (ASCP, AMT, or equivalent) preferred

•       Hands-on experience with PCR, molecular assays, and nucleic acid testing methods

•       Strong understanding of laboratory quality control, CLIA, and CAP compliance standards

•       Excellent attention to detail and ability to work independently during overnight hours

•       Strong documentation and data entry skills

•       Ability to work Monday–Friday, 11:00 PM – 7:00 AM consistently

You'll Stand Out If You Have

•       Experience in a high-volume diagnostic or reference laboratory setting

•       Familiarity with next-generation sequencing (NGS) or other advanced molecular platforms

•       Prior overnight or off-shift laboratory experience

•       A track record of strong problem-solving under time-sensitive conditions

Why Join Our Team

•       Competitive overnight pay: $35.00–$38.00 per hour

•       Consistent Monday–Friday schedule — your weekends stay free

•       Work with advanced molecular technology in a modern diagnostic lab

•       Collaborative, knowledgeable team committed to diagnostic excellence

•       Opportunities for growth and continued professional development

How to Apply

Please submit your resume along with a brief note about your molecular testing experience and certifications. We review applications promptly and look forward to connecting with qualified candidates.

We are an equal opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, n

Lincoln Reference Laboratory is one of the largest independent, general diagnostic laboratories, located in Union NJ. We take pride in delivering quality service since 2004 for a broad range of medical diagnostic testing in our new and advanced facility. We cover industry leading medical testing in Molecular Oncology, Hematology, Histopathology, and Chemistry. Excellence and specificity of patient testing is our highest priority!

Our facility in New Jersey provides an array of services in molecular oncology, diagnostic blood testing, toxicology, GI testing, RPP, Urovysion Fish, H.Pylori breath test, and so much more. All testing is done in-house, which increases turnaround time. Looking at the patient’s susceptibility to illness on a genetic level provides physicians with greater insight into improving patient care.

Our state-of-the-art instrumentation and highly skilled and licensed technologists provide quality results and consultation. For many years our experienced pathologists offer their expertise in the oversight of diagnostic cases from all tissue specimens. We provide a full range of histology services, including grossing, processing, embedding, microtome, routine, and special staining. We ensure properly prepared tissues and slides to provide accurate diagnoses.

We are highly experienced technologists, who are registered and licensed by NY and other states in US. We use latest, state-of-the-art, medical equipment and instrumentation in the preparation of specimens, and we guarantee strictest quality assurance mechanisms are implemented to maintain consistency and precision.

For all our client’s convenience, we offer a web-based reporting tool to get testing results. You can now securely access results virtually anywhere and at any time. At Lincoln Diagnostics LLC, we can guarantee fast responses to your concerns and immediate action should you wish to receive them.

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