Senior Level Molecular Technologist Jobs

Senior level molecular technologist jobs place experienced professionals in charge of assay development, laboratory oversight, and the technical direction of diagnostic or research workflows. Most openings are on-site or hybrid, concentrated in Education, Biotechnology & Pharmaceuticals, and Science & Research, with employers like Elanco, Carilion Clinic, and Revolution Medicines hiring at this level now.

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Open roles5
Top stateVirginia
Top employerElanco
Top cityRoanoke, VA
Work type67% On-site
Top industryEducation

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Molecular Director Pediatric Pathology Faculty
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Molecular Director Pediatric Pathology Faculty
Medical College of Wisconsin
Milwaukee, Wisconsin
Nursing
Medical Specialists
Healthcare Administration
Clinical Support
Physicians
On-Site
Doctorate
5,001-10,000

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Principal Research Scientist, Molecular Pharmacology
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Principal Research Scientist, Molecular Pharmacology
Elanco
Indianapolis, Indiana
Clinical Trials
Laboratory Research
Research & Academia
Master of Science
5,001-10,000

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Molecular Imaging/Nuclear Medicine Radiologist
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Molecular Imaging/Nuclear Medicine Radiologist
Carilion Clinic
Roanoke, Virginia
Nursing
Medical Specialists
Healthcare Administration
Physicians
$531k - $782k/yr
Hybrid
Doctorate
10,000+

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Open-Rank, Tenure-Track Faculty Positions, Center for Molecular Medicine
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Open-Rank, Tenure-Track Faculty Positions, Center for Molecular Medicine
University of North Carolina at Chapel Hill
Chapel Hill, North Carolina
Business Development
Customer Success
Partnerships & Business Development
10,000+

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Director, Molecular Pathology, Translational Sciences, Translational Research.
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Director, Molecular Pathology, Translational Sciences, Translational Research.
Revolution Medicines, Inc.
Redwood City, California
Laboratory Research
Biotech & Life Sciences
Clinical Trials & Medical Research
Clinical Trials
$211k - $264k/yr
On-Site
Other

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Senior Level Molecular Technologist Job Market

Who's Hiring

Elanco1 open role
Carilion Clinic1 open role
Revolution Medicines1 open role

Top Industries Hiring

  • Education
  • Biotechnology & Pharmaceuticals
  • Science & Research
  • Healthcare & Medical Services

Senior Level Molecular Technologist Jobs: Frequently Asked Questions

How do I get a senior level molecular technologist job?

Employers at this level look for demonstrated ownership of complex molecular workflows, such as NGS library preparation, PCR assay validation, or CLIA compliance. What gives candidates an edge is a history of leading method development projects, training junior staff, and contributing to regulatory submissions or laboratory accreditation. Tailoring your application to show technical depth and cross-functional impact matters more than credentials alone.

Which companies hire senior level molecular technologists?

Companies hiring senior level molecular technologists right now include Elanco, Carilion Clinic, and Revolution Medicines, based on current listings on Migrate Mate as of November 2026. Hiring at this level tends to come from hospital reference laboratories, diagnostics manufacturers, and life sciences companies scaling out their molecular testing or genomics capabilities.

Are there remote senior level molecular technologist jobs?

Yes, though most molecular technologist roles require hands-on laboratory work. About 33% of senior level molecular technologist openings are remote or hybrid as of November 2026, and those positions typically involve protocol development, data analysis, quality systems, or scientific writing rather than bench work. Fully remote openings are more common at larger diagnostics or genomics companies.

What makes a molecular technologist role senior level?

Senior level molecular technologist roles are defined by independent ownership of technical decisions, responsibility for assay development or validation from start to finish, and accountability for regulatory or quality outcomes. They typically involve mentoring less experienced staff, leading cross-departmental projects, and contributing to laboratory operations beyond day-to-day testing. The scope is broader and the expectations for leadership and initiative are meaningfully higher than mid-level positions.

Which industries hire the most senior level molecular technologists?

Senior level molecular technologist roles concentrate in Education, Biotechnology & Pharmaceuticals, and Science & Research, based on current listings on Migrate Mate as of November 2026. These sectors drive hiring at this level because they require validated molecular testing programs, ongoing regulatory compliance, and experienced professionals who can build or scale laboratory infrastructure rather than simply maintain it.