Foresight Diagnostics
Accessioning Technician (0113)
Foresight Diagnostics, Boulder, Colorado, United States, 80301
Accessioning Technician
Foresight Diagnostics is an early-stage, venture-backed molecular diagnostics company that is developing non-invasive cancer detection technologies to improve the lives of patients worldwide. Our portfolio of cell-free DNA based liquid biopsy tests are rooted in novel and proprietary methods developed at Stanford University. Our approach enables the earlier detection of smaller tumors, leading to more personalized and effective cancer treatment strategies for patients. We have deep expertise in molecular biology, bioinformatics, and Next Generation Sequencing (NGS), and maintain a dynamic, fast-paced work environment with significant opportunities for high-impact contribution and rapid professional growth. Foresight Diagnostics is headquartered in Boulder, Colorado. About The Role
The Accessioning Technician will be responsible for performing accessioning activities in support of research, regulated products, and clinical testing. Reporting to the Accessioning Lead, you will use your technical knowledge, skill, and abilities to ensure efficient processing of samples upon receipt and quality results are provided to our partners and patients through proper sample handling, documentation, and storage. What You Will Do
Support day to day operations by receiving samples and completing the accessioning intake process ensuring sample integrity. Follow established processes and procedures. Route samples to storage or directly to a downstream lab team member for immediate processing. Follow established rejection criteria and documentation for samples following the established escalation path as needed. Maintain all required documentation to ensure chain of custody. Safely handle, store, requeue, troubleshoot or discard specimens as defined by established processes and procedures. Appropriate handling of biohazard waste, including labeling and disposal. Ensure regulatory compliance by following local, business, regulatory body and corporate safety policies. Participate in process improvements for the accessioning process. Support research and regulated product development and internal studies. Support the sample retention program and documentation to support internal research and regulated product development and studies. Participate as a contributing member of the production laboratory by assisting in routine activities, to include but not limited to general upkeep and stocking, SOP author and review, and continuous improvement. Maintaining documentation in compliance with Good Laboratory Practices and Quality Systems. Assist with quality control and quality assurance activities. Wear appropriate PPE as required and comply with safety rules and regulations. Follow standard operating procedures (SOP). Maintain laboratory equipment and instrumentation in accordance with the SOP. Adhere to the laboratory's quality control policies including document control activities, change management, corrective preventative action. Act as a trainer for accessioning team members. Maintain positive and collaborative relationships within teams and cross-functionally. Accountable to regulatory, quality, scientific and performance standards to ensure the highest quality for sample integrity. Role model for safety behavior standards and cultural tenets. Demonstrate consistency in good lab practices. What You Will Bring
Bachelor's degree in chemical, physical, biological, or clinical laboratory science or medical technology from an accredited institution. 3+ years' experience handling human biological materials in an accessioning department in a CLIA laboratory, CRO, or other clinical diagnostics setting. Experience with LIMS Excellent data entry skills Working knowledge of how to safely operate in a BSL-2 environment is required Advanced attention to detail and organizational skills Excellent verbal and written communication skills Physical Requirements & Working Conditions
Learn new tasks, remember processes, maintain focus, complete tasks independently, make timely decisions in the context of a workflow, ability to communicate with others, ability to complete tasks in situations that have a speed or productivity quota. This position may require occasional travel between sites. This position requires the individual to wear and work in personal protective equipment. This individual may be working with potential biohazards related to bloodborne pathogens exposure and may be exposed to human diseases. Must be able to talk or hear, both in person and by telephone or video-conference; use hands to finger, handle, or feel objects or controls; reach with hands and arms. Specific vision abilities required by this job include close vision, distance vision, depth perception, color vision and the ability to adjust focus. This is an essential position supporting clinical laboratory operations requiring attendance on weekends, holidays, and during emergency conditions, such as inclement weather and power failure. This position requires the ability to identify and resolve quality issues. This position is a full-time, in-person position in Boulder, CO. Compensation and Benefits
This role is hiring at an hourly rate of $28.00 per hour - $35.00 per hour and is eligible for bonus and equity offerings. Foresight offers benefits including paid vacation, sick time, and parental leave (if applicable), alongside medical, dental, vision, life, disability coverage, flexible spending accounts, and a 401k with company match. You will be working on interesting problems with extremely high impact. We promote the professional development of our employees and will encourage upward mobility within the company for high performing employees. Foresight Diagnostics is an equal opportunity employer. We do not discriminate on the basis of race, religion, color, national origin, gender, sexual orientation, age, marital status, veteran status, or disability status.
Foresight Diagnostics is an early-stage, venture-backed molecular diagnostics company that is developing non-invasive cancer detection technologies to improve the lives of patients worldwide. Our portfolio of cell-free DNA based liquid biopsy tests are rooted in novel and proprietary methods developed at Stanford University. Our approach enables the earlier detection of smaller tumors, leading to more personalized and effective cancer treatment strategies for patients. We have deep expertise in molecular biology, bioinformatics, and Next Generation Sequencing (NGS), and maintain a dynamic, fast-paced work environment with significant opportunities for high-impact contribution and rapid professional growth. Foresight Diagnostics is headquartered in Boulder, Colorado. About The Role
The Accessioning Technician will be responsible for performing accessioning activities in support of research, regulated products, and clinical testing. Reporting to the Accessioning Lead, you will use your technical knowledge, skill, and abilities to ensure efficient processing of samples upon receipt and quality results are provided to our partners and patients through proper sample handling, documentation, and storage. What You Will Do
Support day to day operations by receiving samples and completing the accessioning intake process ensuring sample integrity. Follow established processes and procedures. Route samples to storage or directly to a downstream lab team member for immediate processing. Follow established rejection criteria and documentation for samples following the established escalation path as needed. Maintain all required documentation to ensure chain of custody. Safely handle, store, requeue, troubleshoot or discard specimens as defined by established processes and procedures. Appropriate handling of biohazard waste, including labeling and disposal. Ensure regulatory compliance by following local, business, regulatory body and corporate safety policies. Participate in process improvements for the accessioning process. Support research and regulated product development and internal studies. Support the sample retention program and documentation to support internal research and regulated product development and studies. Participate as a contributing member of the production laboratory by assisting in routine activities, to include but not limited to general upkeep and stocking, SOP author and review, and continuous improvement. Maintaining documentation in compliance with Good Laboratory Practices and Quality Systems. Assist with quality control and quality assurance activities. Wear appropriate PPE as required and comply with safety rules and regulations. Follow standard operating procedures (SOP). Maintain laboratory equipment and instrumentation in accordance with the SOP. Adhere to the laboratory's quality control policies including document control activities, change management, corrective preventative action. Act as a trainer for accessioning team members. Maintain positive and collaborative relationships within teams and cross-functionally. Accountable to regulatory, quality, scientific and performance standards to ensure the highest quality for sample integrity. Role model for safety behavior standards and cultural tenets. Demonstrate consistency in good lab practices. What You Will Bring
Bachelor's degree in chemical, physical, biological, or clinical laboratory science or medical technology from an accredited institution. 3+ years' experience handling human biological materials in an accessioning department in a CLIA laboratory, CRO, or other clinical diagnostics setting. Experience with LIMS Excellent data entry skills Working knowledge of how to safely operate in a BSL-2 environment is required Advanced attention to detail and organizational skills Excellent verbal and written communication skills Physical Requirements & Working Conditions
Learn new tasks, remember processes, maintain focus, complete tasks independently, make timely decisions in the context of a workflow, ability to communicate with others, ability to complete tasks in situations that have a speed or productivity quota. This position may require occasional travel between sites. This position requires the individual to wear and work in personal protective equipment. This individual may be working with potential biohazards related to bloodborne pathogens exposure and may be exposed to human diseases. Must be able to talk or hear, both in person and by telephone or video-conference; use hands to finger, handle, or feel objects or controls; reach with hands and arms. Specific vision abilities required by this job include close vision, distance vision, depth perception, color vision and the ability to adjust focus. This is an essential position supporting clinical laboratory operations requiring attendance on weekends, holidays, and during emergency conditions, such as inclement weather and power failure. This position requires the ability to identify and resolve quality issues. This position is a full-time, in-person position in Boulder, CO. Compensation and Benefits
This role is hiring at an hourly rate of $28.00 per hour - $35.00 per hour and is eligible for bonus and equity offerings. Foresight offers benefits including paid vacation, sick time, and parental leave (if applicable), alongside medical, dental, vision, life, disability coverage, flexible spending accounts, and a 401k with company match. You will be working on interesting problems with extremely high impact. We promote the professional development of our employees and will encourage upward mobility within the company for high performing employees. Foresight Diagnostics is an equal opportunity employer. We do not discriminate on the basis of race, religion, color, national origin, gender, sexual orientation, age, marital status, veteran status, or disability status.