Clinical Laboratory Scientist – Reporting, Tuesday-Saturday

This is a fully remote position, open to applicants in United States.

📋 Description

• Conduct advanced laboratory testing on patient specimens.

• Implement quality control and quality assurance protocols.

• Adhere to local, state, and federal laboratory regulations.

• Execute laboratory tests, procedures, and analyses following standard operating procedures.

• Operate, maintain, and troubleshoot laboratory instruments.

• Review, interpret, and report patient results using LIMS.

• Identify and resolve complex issues impacting test performance.

• Conduct, review, and document laboratory quality control processes.

• Document corrective measures when testing systems deviate from set performance standards.

• Perform and log routine preventive maintenance.

• Prepare necessary reagents for testing procedures.

• Conduct and document reagent qualification.

• Engage in assay enhancements, new assay configurations, and validation efforts.

• Provide direct oversight of unlicensed laboratory staff during analytical testing.

• Communicate effectively with colleagues and non-laboratory personnel.

• Process specimens, conduct tests, report results, and maintain patient testing records.

• Administer proficiency testing samples in the same manner as patient specimens.

• Follow quality control protocols and document quality control, calibration, and maintenance activities.

• Identify, rectify, or report issues affecting test performance or result accuracy.

• Report any quality and safety concerns regarding tests to laboratory leadership.

• Critically assess and responsibly utilize AI-enabled tools in line with company policies, ethical standards, and regulatory requirements.

⛳️ Requirements

• Must hold a current, valid CLS or Clinical Genetic Molecular Biologist Scientist (CGMBS) license issued by the state of California, or an appropriate physician, osteopathy, or podiatry license for the relevant specialties.

• Must meet the standards outlined in 42 CFR 493.1489 or 493.1491.

• Must satisfy the criteria described in 10 NYCRR Part 58-1.5.

• Must adhere to the requirements set forth in the College of American Pathologists Molecular Pathology Checklist.

• A Bachelor's degree or equivalent in Biomedical Laboratory Science, Clinical Science, or a related field is preferred.

• Experience in Guardant Health Clinical Laboratory or equivalent high complexity and volume laboratory setting is preferred.

• Laboratory experience within the past year is preferred.

• Familiarity with molecular biology techniques is preferred.

• Knowledge of local, state, and federal laboratory regulations is preferred.

• Ability to incorporate and apply feedback in a professional context.

• Capability to manage daily testing operations with a strong emphasis on quality.

• Proficient in analyzing and solving basic issues that influence test performance.

• Ability to collaborate effectively as part of a team.

• Strong computer and automation skills are essential.

• Must be able to communicate proactively, consistently, clearly, and honestly.

• Must be capable of meeting the demands of the work environment, including prolonged standing or sitting, repetitive manual pipetting, and lifting up to 25 pounds.

• Background screening, including a criminal history check, is required.

🏝️ Benefits

• Hybrid work model offering work-from-home days for eligible onsite employees.

• Reasonable accommodations available for disabilities, long-term conditions, mental health conditions, and sincerely held religious beliefs.

• Commitment to equal opportunity employment.