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Veracyte, Inc.

Clinical Laboratory Scientist - Contract

Veracyte, Inc., San Diego, California, United States, 92189

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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 – it’s 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:

Onsite in San Diego, CA office.

Schedule:

Sunday - Thursday, 5am - 1:30pm. One-year contract with differential pay.

Essential Duties And Responsibilities

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 when test systems deviate from performance specifications

Follow laboratory quality and environmental health and safety procedures and report concerns

Ensure compliance with all regulations and participate in inspections

Work cooperatively in a team environment supporting fellow 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.

Education and Experience

Active California Department of Public Health Clinical Laboratory Scientist (CLS) license or Clinical Genetic Molecular Biology Scientist (CGMBS) license (no exceptions)

Strong analytical and problem-solving skills

Detail-oriented and comfortable with technology

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, walking, standing, stooping and moving about

Exposure to general office environment conditions

Occasionally required to lift up to 25 pounds

Compensation Pay range: $36,000—$50,000 USD. Total package includes base pay, discretionary bonuses, and restricted stock units.

Benefits and Opportunities Veracyte offers competitive compensation and benefits, fostering an inclusive workforce with diverse representation and innovative environment. Recognized as a 2024 Certified Great Place to Work in the US and Israel.

Equal Opportunity Employer 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.

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