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The Prenatal Reporting Clinical Laboratory Scientist (RCLS) is responsible for performing high complexity laboratory analysis on patient specimens, performing quality control and quality assurance procedures, and complying with all local, state, and federal laboratory requirements. The RCLS will be involved with training and troubleshooting and may assist the Supervisor with scheduling, meeting project deliverables and the general supervision of personnel and the daily operations of the laboratory as applicable. The RCLS may be the first point of contact for other cross-functional teams during specimen processing and will provide guidance while troubleshooting technical and non-technical problems as applicable. The nature of the work performed by a RCLS requires excellent attention to detail, strong written and verbal communication skills, the ability to multitask and be flexible with scheduling, and the ability to work both independently and in a team environment.
Job Responsibility:
Clinical Data Review, Interpretation, and Reporting: Review and interpret clinical genomics data, and sign out clinical laboratory reports, ensuring accuracy and reliability of clinical reporting
Quality Assurance: Partner with Quality Management team on QC and QA programs to maintain the highest standards in laboratory testing and reporting, ensuring adherence to CLIA, CAP, and other regulatory guidelines
Process Improvement: Identify opportunities for process optimization, efficiency enhancement, and cost-effective laboratory practices
Collaborate with Research & Development, bioinformatics and Genomic Technology team to develop, validate, and implement of new laboratory tests, methodologies, and data management and reporting systems
Team Leadership: Provide leadership and guidance to laboratory staff, including scientists, technicians, and support personnel
Collaboration: Collaborate with cross-functional teams, including Lab Operation, Customer Service, Product, Commercial, to support company goals
Analysis and Reporting (70%): Execute the bioinformatics pipelines that process and analyze raw data from samples
Manage daily test processing needs with the highest emphasis on quality
Present sample results to additional RCLSs, Laboratory Director, and/or other clinical personnel for subsequent clinical reporting
Reviewing and releasing sample reports under the purview of the Laboratory Director
Other Responsibilities (30%): Maintain reporting workflows, documentation, and their compatibility with laboratory workflows
Assist with technology transfer from the research laboratory to the clinical laboratory
Assist with continual process & workflow improvement on existing productions across teams
Close collaboration with additional clinical teams: Client Services, Genetic Counselors, Bioinformatics, and Process Engineering for investigation on samples and/or workflows
Train other Reporting CLS and clinical personnel on bioinformatics and reporting pipelines as needed
Weekend and holiday work may be required
Requirements:
Must possess an active and valid CLS or Clinical Genetic Molecular Biologist Scientist (CGMBS) license issued by the state of California
Must fulfill requirements stated in 42 CFR 493.1489 OR 493.1491
Must fulfill requirements stated in the College of American Pathologists Molecular Pathology Checklist
Working knowledge of local, state, and federal laboratory regulations required
Bachelor’s degree or equivalent in Biomedical Laboratory Sciences, Clinical Science or related field required
At least one year of Clinical Laboratory experience or equivalent high complexity and volume laboratory experience required
Experience with molecular biology techniques required
Experience with Sanger sequencing analysis, trinucleotide repeat analysis, MLPA analysis, or NGS QC preferred
Laboratory experience in molecular biology within the last year preferred
Strong computer and automation skills are preferred
Knowledge of data structures and algorithms and familiarity with industry tools (Atlassian Suite, Microsoft Office Suite, LIMS, command line)
Able to manage daily test processing needs with high emphasis on quality
Able to analyze and troubleshoot basic issues that impact test performance
Able to integrate and apply feedback in a professional manner
Able to proactively communicate consistently, clearly, and honestly
Nice to have:
Experience with Sanger sequencing analysis, trinucleotide repeat analysis, MLPA analysis, or NGS QC preferred
Laboratory experience in molecular biology within the last year preferred
Strong computer and automation skills are preferred
What we offer:
Multiple medical benefit options
employee premiums paid 100% of select plans, dependents covered up to 80%
Extremely generous Family Bonding Leave for new parents (16 weeks, paid at 100%)
Supplemental fertility benefits coverage
Retirement savings program including a 4% Company match
Increase paid time off with increased tenure
Latest and greatest hardware (laptop, lab equipment, facilities)
Free daily on-site lunches provided from top eateries
A variety of perks on campus (state of the art gym, restaurant)
Free on-site EV charging (compatible with all EVs, including Tesla)