Clinical Lab Scientist (Contract) - 2nd shift

About the role

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.

Contract length: 12 months. Location: Onsite in San Diego, CA.

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