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Clinical Laboratory Assistant
Octave Bioscience Base pay range: $70,000.00/yr - $85,000.00/yr. This range is provided by Octave. Your actual pay will be based on your skills and experience talk with your recruiter to learn more. About the Company Octave Bioscience is developing a suite of novel measurement tools that feed into structured analytical data models aimed at improving care management decisions to create better patient outcomes at lower costs. We are focusing our efforts on neurodegenerative disease, starting with multiple sclerosis (MS). We have a CAP Accredited Laboratory and have developed a hybrid immunoassay-qPCR test for deployment as a Laboratory Developed Test. About the Role The Clinical Laboratory Assistant (CLA) will support Clinical Laboratory Scientists and Lab Management in the daily operations of Octaves Clinical Lab. Primary duties include sample receipt and accessioning into LIMS, data entry, customer service activities, prepping blood samples for analysis, performing maintenance on equipment, and other general laboratory and administrative tasks. The role requires meticulous record-keeping, strong attention to detail, effective written and verbal communication, multitasking, flexible scheduling, and the ability to work both independently and in a team to deliver high-quality results efficiently. Equal Opportunity Statement Octave Bioscience is an Equal Opportunity Employer. We celebrate diversity and are committed to building an inclusive workplace for all employees. Responsibilities
Receiving and accessioning samples. Data entry and quality checks of patient and sample information in the laboratory information management system (LIMS). Prepare and aliquot samples for testing. Archiving and retrieving samples. Maintain inventory of materials, supplies and equipment to support laboratory duties. Document corrective actions when test systems deviate from established specifications. Post-accessioning quality checks of data and documents. Support the clinical laboratory staff with a variety of laboratory and administrative tasks in a CAP Accredited Octave Bioscience laboratory. Work under direct supervision of a licensed CLS or General Supervisor with instructions on task completion. Perform routine laboratory maintenance and set up consumables for testing. Create sample batches, print labels and label tubes/plates. Participate in materials management, including inventory tracking and stocking of consumables and reagents. Follow established protocols, identify issues, and escalate as needed to a Clinical Laboratory Scientist, Supervisor, or Lab Director. Comply with local, state, and federal laws and regulations, including confidentiality of PHI. Write and revise standard operating procedures as needed. Collaborate with CLS teams and Reagent Manufacturing to support the service department. Identify process improvement opportunities and report to laboratory management. Perform other duties as assigned. Qualifications
Bachelor of Arts or Science in Biomedical Laboratory Science, Clinical Science, or related field preferred. Laboratory experience: 2 years (preferred) including customer service, specimen processing, and laboratory assisting in hospital or reference laboratory settings. Accurate data entry of sensitive information in mid-to-high throughput settings. Strong communication skills in English; detail-oriented with drive to complete tasks. Ability to work in a rapid-startup environment and in a team or independently with minimal supervision. Required Skills
Proficiency with computer tools (word processing, data analysis) and laboratory information systems (LIMS). Excellent verbal and written communication skills. Good laboratory practices and regulatory compliance. Ability to provide timely feedback to management on process improvements to ensure accuracy and efficiency. Preferred Skills
Experience with LIMS. Knowledge of regulatory compliance in laboratory settings. Pay range and compensation package
$70,000 to $85,000 annually Job Details
Seniority level: Associate Employment type: Full-time Job function: Science and Research Industry: Research Services
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Clinical Laboratory Assistant
Octave Bioscience Base pay range: $70,000.00/yr - $85,000.00/yr. This range is provided by Octave. Your actual pay will be based on your skills and experience talk with your recruiter to learn more. About the Company Octave Bioscience is developing a suite of novel measurement tools that feed into structured analytical data models aimed at improving care management decisions to create better patient outcomes at lower costs. We are focusing our efforts on neurodegenerative disease, starting with multiple sclerosis (MS). We have a CAP Accredited Laboratory and have developed a hybrid immunoassay-qPCR test for deployment as a Laboratory Developed Test. About the Role The Clinical Laboratory Assistant (CLA) will support Clinical Laboratory Scientists and Lab Management in the daily operations of Octaves Clinical Lab. Primary duties include sample receipt and accessioning into LIMS, data entry, customer service activities, prepping blood samples for analysis, performing maintenance on equipment, and other general laboratory and administrative tasks. The role requires meticulous record-keeping, strong attention to detail, effective written and verbal communication, multitasking, flexible scheduling, and the ability to work both independently and in a team to deliver high-quality results efficiently. Equal Opportunity Statement Octave Bioscience is an Equal Opportunity Employer. We celebrate diversity and are committed to building an inclusive workplace for all employees. Responsibilities
Receiving and accessioning samples. Data entry and quality checks of patient and sample information in the laboratory information management system (LIMS). Prepare and aliquot samples for testing. Archiving and retrieving samples. Maintain inventory of materials, supplies and equipment to support laboratory duties. Document corrective actions when test systems deviate from established specifications. Post-accessioning quality checks of data and documents. Support the clinical laboratory staff with a variety of laboratory and administrative tasks in a CAP Accredited Octave Bioscience laboratory. Work under direct supervision of a licensed CLS or General Supervisor with instructions on task completion. Perform routine laboratory maintenance and set up consumables for testing. Create sample batches, print labels and label tubes/plates. Participate in materials management, including inventory tracking and stocking of consumables and reagents. Follow established protocols, identify issues, and escalate as needed to a Clinical Laboratory Scientist, Supervisor, or Lab Director. Comply with local, state, and federal laws and regulations, including confidentiality of PHI. Write and revise standard operating procedures as needed. Collaborate with CLS teams and Reagent Manufacturing to support the service department. Identify process improvement opportunities and report to laboratory management. Perform other duties as assigned. Qualifications
Bachelor of Arts or Science in Biomedical Laboratory Science, Clinical Science, or related field preferred. Laboratory experience: 2 years (preferred) including customer service, specimen processing, and laboratory assisting in hospital or reference laboratory settings. Accurate data entry of sensitive information in mid-to-high throughput settings. Strong communication skills in English; detail-oriented with drive to complete tasks. Ability to work in a rapid-startup environment and in a team or independently with minimal supervision. Required Skills
Proficiency with computer tools (word processing, data analysis) and laboratory information systems (LIMS). Excellent verbal and written communication skills. Good laboratory practices and regulatory compliance. Ability to provide timely feedback to management on process improvements to ensure accuracy and efficiency. Preferred Skills
Experience with LIMS. Knowledge of regulatory compliance in laboratory settings. Pay range and compensation package
$70,000 to $85,000 annually Job Details
Seniority level: Associate Employment type: Full-time Job function: Science and Research Industry: Research Services
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