Medical Technologist I

Medical Technologist I - Portland OR onsite

ICON plc is a world-leading healthcare intelligence and clinical research organization. We’re proud to foster an inclusive environment driving innovation and excellence, and we welcome you to join us on our mission to shape the future of clinical development

At ICON, it’s our people that set us apart. Our diverse teams enable us to become a better partner to our customers and help us to fulfil our mission to advance and improve patients’ lives.

Our ‘Own It’ culture is driven by four key values that bring us together as individuals and set us apart as an organisation: Accountability & Delivery, Collaboration, Partnership and Integrity. We want to be the Clinical Research Organisation that delivers excellence to our clients and to patients at every touch-point. In short, to be the partner of choice in drug development.

That’s our vision. We’re driven by it. And we need talented people who share it.
If you’re as driven as we are, join us. You’ll be working in a dynamic and supportive environment, with some of the brightest and the friendliest people in the sector, and you’ll be helping shape an industry.

Medical Technologist- Portland OR onsite

Summary: This is an exciting opportunity to work within a fast paced, busy environment for a leading global provider of outsourced development services to the pharmaceutical, biotechnology and medical device industries. Our Medical Technologist will ensure the Laboratory is meeting the highest quality standards. Perform the general technical assignments and testing in the Laboratory Department in accordance with current procedures and quality standards.

Duties: Demonstrate education and experience commensurate with performance of pre-analytical, analytical, and post-analytical testing procedures using molecular methods, techniques, and equipment

• Analyze result data for results reporting per study guidelines
• Deliver results within the expected time period
• Perform one or more methods including nucleic acid extraction, quantitative/qualitative polymerase chain reaction (PCR), RNA/DNA sequencing
• Verify and ensure specimen integrity and continuity throughout all testing steps
• Perform critical quality control procedures to ensure accuracy of clinical data
• Validate test results through correlation with test parameters
• Complete routine instrument and equipment preventive maintenance and troubleshooting
• Train newer laboratory technologists in the use of proper techniques and procedures related to good clinical laboratory practice
• Effectively work independently and as a member of a dynamic, integrated team
• Be flexible and able to multi-task while working efficiently in a fast-paced, demanding work environment
• Be experienced with Word and Excel applications
• Demonstrate proficiency of verbal and written communication skills
• Demonstrate ongoing skill competency and fulfill annual training/continuing education requirements

To succeed you will need:

• You will possess a bachelor’s degree
• Minimum of 2 + years' experience successfully performing as a Technologist in a molecular biology laboratory
• MB(ASCP), MT(ASCP) certification or eligibility for certification is preferred.

Benefits of Working in ICON:
Our success depends on the quality of our people. That’s why we’ve made it a priority to build a culture that rewards high performance and nurtures talent.

We offer very competitive salary packages. And to keep them competitive, we regularly benchmark them against our competitors. Our annual bonuses reflect delivery of performance goals – both ours and yours.
We also provide a range of health-related benefits to employees and their families and offer competitive retirement plans – and related benefits such as life assurance – so you can save and plan with confidence for the years ahead.
But beyond the competitive salaries and comprehensive benefits, you’ll benefit from an environment where you are encouraged to fulfil your sense of purpose and drive lasting change.

ICON is an equal opportunity and inclusive employer and is committed to providing a workplace free of discrimination and harassment. All qualified applicants will receive equal consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability or protected veteran status.
If, because of a medical condition or disability, you need a reasonable accommodation for any part of the application process, or in order to perform the essential functions of a position, please let us