Molecular Technologist I (Extractions)

Tempus AI, Inc.

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Chicago Until 8/22/2026 0+ years exp First posted March 18, 2026 Last posted March 18, 2026
Job description

Passionate about precision medicine and advancing the healthcare industry?

Recent advancements in underlying technology have finally made it possible for AI to impact clinical care in a meaningful way. Tempus' proprietary platform connects an entire ecosystem of real-world evidence to deliver real-time, actionable insights to physicians, providing critical information about the right treatments for the right patients, at the right time.

●  Work with a cutting-edge genomics workflow to provide high-quality data with rapid turnaround times in a clinical laboratory.
●  Perform routine testing, quality control, calibration, maintenance and proficiency testing in accordance with current laboratory procedures.
●  Perform complex molecular-based procedures with a high degree of quality and in accordance with established protocols.
●  Perform nucleic acid extraction and DNA/RNA quantification and qualification using robotics and automated liquid handlers
●  Sterilizing laboratory equipment and workspaces as assigned.
●  Entering clinical patient data into the Laboratory Information Management system.
●  Obtain 12 continuing education hours in the field of oncology or molecular biology.
●  Maintain competency to perform all assigned molecular biology protocols in accordance
with CAP, CLIA, NYSDOH regulations. 

Qualifications


Must have:

●  One of the following educational requirements: BS in medical technology, clinical laboratory science, chemical, physical or biological science.

● 0-1 + years clinical laboratory experience

●  Excellent communication skills
●  Thrives in a fast-paced environment
●  Ability to work with others to plan and carry out scientific programs
●  Self-driven and works well in an interdisciplinary team with minimal direction
●  Strong desire to build products that will save lives and change the course of cancer
●  Impeccable attention to detail


Highly Desirable:
● 
Work in a CLIA/CAP high-complexity laboratory
●  Experience with robotics and automated liquid handling systems
●  Knowledge of LIMS platforms and various computer systems  

Candidates must be able to work the assigned shift. Please note that shift assignment is based on technical level, experience, and current business needs.
Current available shifts:

  • Wednesday - Saturday, Overnight (priority)

  • Wednesday-Saturday or Sunday-Wednesday, PM

CHI Hourly Rate: $23.25

The expected salary range above is applicable if the role is performed from Illinois and may vary for other locations (California, Colorado, New York). Actual salary may vary based on qualifications and experience. Tempus offers a full range of benefits, which may include incentive compensation, restricted stock units, medical and other benefits depending on the position.

We are an equal opportunity employer. We do not discriminate on the basis of race, religion, color, national origin, gender, sexual orientation, age, marital status, veteran status, or disability status. 

About this role

Summary

Perform molecular tests, quality control, and DNA/RNA procedures in clinical lab.

Job title

Molecular Technologist I (Extractions)

Experience level

0-1+ years

Minimum experience

0+ years exp

Industry

healthcare

Location requirements

Must be based in Chicago, hybrid or on-site work allowed.

Salary

CHI Hourly Rate: $23.25

Management role

No

Skills & keywords

Required skills

clinical laboratory experiencecommunication skillsteamworkattention to detail

Preferred skills

roboticsautomated liquid handlingLIMS platforms

Specializations

molecular biologynucleic acid extractionDNA/RNA quantificationliquid handling systems
Locations

Structured locations inferred from the posting.

Chicago, IL, USA

Hybrid City