Lab Technician (Overnight Shift)

<p>&nbsp;At GeneDx (Nasdaq: WGS), we don’t just diagnose rare diseases — we redefine what’s possible in precision medicine. With one of the world’s largest, rare disease datasets, we turn genomic data into answers that change lives and accelerate discovery. Patients and families around the world are counting on us to lead with bold ideas, relentless focus, and drive to end the diagnostic odyssey. Visit www.genedx.com to learn how we’re making precision medicine the global standard of care.</p> <p><strong>Summary&nbsp;</strong><br>The Lab Technician may support a range of laboratory functions including but not limited to the preparation, processing, and analysis of clinical DNA specimens in support of genetic disease diagnosis. Responsibilities include adherence to established specimen handling protocols, execution of both manual and automated testing methods, documentation of issues impacting test quality, and compliance with all quality control and proficiency testing requirements. With a focus on accuracy, procedural consistency, and operational efficiency, the role contributes to&nbsp; reliable diagnostic outcomes and supports broader laboratory testing services. The Lab Technician collaborates closely with supervisory staff and team members to ensure performance metrics are met and to maintain a high standard of laboratory practice across workflows and platforms.</p> <p><strong>Please note: This role works our overnight shift from 10:30pm - 7:00am. The overnight shift includes a pay differential.</strong></p> <p><strong>Job Responsibilities</strong></p> <ul> <li>Follow established standard operating procedures for specimen handling, processing, test analysis, record keeping, and reporting of results to team leads, supervisors, and test managers.</li> <li>Process samples using manual and automated methods aligned with home lab assignment (e.g., DNA Extraction, PCR, Array, NextGen).</li> <li>Meet or exceed workload and performance metric thresholds with accuracy and attention to detail.</li> <li>Demonstrate effective time management, task prioritization, and basic troubleshooting skills.</li> <li>Perform routine laboratory and equipment maintenance to ensure operational readiness.</li> <li>Identify issues that may impact test performance, document corrective actions, and notify appropriate personnel when performance is not at acceptable levels.</li> <li>Adhere to quality control policies; document all quality control activities, instrument and procedural calibrations, reagent preparation and testing, and instrument maintenance.</li> <li>Ensure proficiency testing is performed in the same manner as patient testing and document accordingly.</li> <li>Contribute productively in both independent and team-based work environments.</li> <