Lead Clinical Lab Scientist

Natera · San Carlos, CA · 2 mo ago

Science$63.37–$79.18/hrFull-time

Verify the proper specimen being analyzed for patients and perform correct tests that need to be completed
Assists the team in day-to-day lab work according to standard operating procedure with little to no errors
Follows GLP (good laboratory practice); reports non-conformity of SOPs to supervisor/manager
Ensures production work is consistently completed in a timely manner
Ensures all case samples are processed and accounted for
Aids in completing side projects assigned by the manager
Trains new hires with the current lab processes and assists supervisor in training/implementation of new process changes
Aids supervisor and lab trainer in completing competency for staff
Trains on specialized instructions for instruments/protocols (super users)
Recognizes and escalates equipment malfunctions; troubleshoots most errors
Understands the entire lab process and identifies/troubleshoots issues when they arise
Aids in ensuring new lab changes are implemented properly on the lab floor
Escalates lab issues and team concerns to supervisor and/or manager. Suggests possible solutions
Escalates any discrepancies of team members’ performance to supervisor
Provides feedback during performance evaluations for team members
Mets regularly with the Supervisor
Keeps team morale up and maintains professionalism of team members, including by acting as a role model

8+ years of experience as a Medical Technologist or equivalent in a clinical laboratory environment
BS/BA degree (or equivalent) in Medical Technology, Biological Sciences, or related field
Current California CLS license or CGMBS license (Clinical Genetics Molecular Biology Scientist)

Excellent interpersonal, communication, computer, troubleshooting, and pipetting skills
Experience in Molecular Biology
Excellent oral and written communication skills
Word processing and data management skills

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