Description
At Veracyte, we offer exciting career opportunities for those interested in joining a pioneering team that is committed to transforming cancer care for patients across the globe. Working at Veracyte enables our employees to not only make a meaningful impact on the lives of patients, but to also learn and grow within a purpose driven environment. This is what we call the Veracyte way its about how we work together, guided by our values, to give clinicians the insights they need to help patients make life-changing decisions.
Our Values:
- We Seek A Better Way: We innovate boldly, learn from our setbacks, and are resilient in our pursuit to transform cancer care
- We Make It Happen: We act with urgency, commit to quality, and bring fun to our hard work
- We Are Stronger Together: We collaborate openly, seek to understand, and celebrate our wins
- We Care Deeply: We embrace our differences, do the right thing, and encourage each other
The Position:
The Clinical Laboratory Scientist (CLS) is responsible for performing high complexity clinical laboratory testing on patient specimens, reviewing and reporting patient results, performing quality control and quality assurance activities, and complying with all applicable local, state and federal laboratory, quality, and safety requirements. The high complexity nature of the work requires excellent attention to detail, effective written and verbal communication skills, the ability to multitask and be flexible with tasks and schedules, and the ability to work independently and effectively in a team environment.
Location: This is an onsite position based in our San Diego, CA office.
The schedule is Sunday - Thursday, 5am - 1:30pm. This shift is eligible for differential pay. This is a ONE- YEAR contract position.
ESSENTIAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES:
The main duties and responsibilities of the Clinical Laboratory Scientist include the following, but not limited to:
Perform molecular genetic testing on clinical specimens
Follow the laboratory's standard operating procedures for specimen handling, processing, test analyses, and recording of test results
Perform, review and document laboratory quality control procedures in accordance with the Quality Assurance Program
Complete assigned laboratory and non-laboratory tasks
Prepare reagents required for laboratory testing
Engage in training
Perform proficiency testing for the clinical tests
Assist in research and validation activities
Independently identify and troubleshoot basic issues that could potentially adversely affect test performance
Document all corrective actions taken when test systems deviate from the laboratory's established performance specifications
Follow the laboratorys standard operating procedures for quality and environmental health and safety and report all concerns of test quality and/or safety to the Lab Supervisor or Safety Officer
Ensure all work is performed in accordance with local, state, and federal regulations and participate in all regulatory inspections
Work cooperatively in a team environment support fellow laboratory and management staff
Perform any other site/lab specific duties as assigned
Who You Are:
To perform this job successfully, an individual must be able to perform each essential duty satisfactorily. The requirements listed below are representative of the knowledge, skills, and/or abilities required. Reasonable accommodation may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.
EDUCATION and/or EXPERIENCE
Active California Department of Public Health Clinical Laboratory Scientist (CLS) license or Clinical Genetic Molecular Biology Scientist (CGMBS) license (no exceptions)
Must have strong analytical and problem-solving skills
Must be detail-oriented and comfortable with technology
Must have excellent verbal and written communication skills
Experience in high complexity clinical laboratory testing, preferably in molecular diagnostics
Performance of molecular testing (PCR, Microarray, Sanger/NGS sequencing) a plus
Strong computer skills across diverse platforms
Excellent interpersonal communication and team player attitude
Ability to adapt to change and a rapid work pace
Maintains continuing education units required by California Department of Health Services and New York State Department of Health.
PHYSICAL REQUIREMENTS
Repetitive movement of hands, arms and leg, fingers (typing and/or writing)
Gripping/grasping
Reaching above/below shoulder level
Sitting, with occasional walking, standing, stooping and moving about
Exposure to general office environment conditions
Occasionally required to lift up to 25 pounds
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The final salary offered to a successful candidate will be dependent on several factors that may include but are not limited to the type and length of experience within the job, type and length of experience within the industry, education, etc. Base pay is one part of the Total Package that is provided to compensate and recognize employees for their work, and this role may be eligible for additional discretionary bonuses/incentives, and restricted stock units. Veracyte is a multi-state employer, and this salary range may not reflect positions that work in other states.
What We Can Offer You
Veracyte is a growing company that offers significant career opportunities if you are curious, driven, patient-oriented and aspire to help us build a great company. We offer competitive compensation and benefits, and are committed to fostering an inclusive workforce, where diverse backgrounds are represented, engaged, and empowered to drive innovative ideas and decisions. We are thrilled to be recognized as a 2024 Certified Great Place to Work in both the US and Israel - a testament to our dynamic, inclusive, and inspiring workplace where passion meets purpose.
About Veracyte
Veracyte (Nasdaq: VCYT) is a global diagnostics company whose vision is to transform cancer care for patients all over the world. We empower clinicians with the high-value insights they need to guide and assure patients at pivotal moments in the race to diagnose and treat cancer. Our Veracyte Diagnostics Platform delivers high-performing cancer tests that are fueled by broad genomic and clinical data, deep bioinformatic and AI capabilities, and a powerful evidence-generation engine, which ultimately drives durable reimbursement and guideline inclusion for our tests, along with new insights to support continued innovation and pipeline development. For more information, please visit www.veracyte.com or follow us on LinkedIn or X (Twitter).
Veracyte, Inc. is an Equal Opportunity Employer and will consider all qualified applicants for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, protected veteran status or disability status. Veracyte participates in E-Verify in the United States. View our CCPA Disclosure Notice.
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