Senior Clinical Laboratory Scientist

About the role

The Senior Clinical Laboratory Scientist (CLS) at Guardant Health is responsible for performing high complexity laboratory testing on patient specimens, maintaining equipment, reviewing and reporting results, and ensuring compliance with all applicable local, state, and federal laboratory requirements.

Responsibilities

• Perform laboratory tests, procedures and analyses according to the laboratory’s standard operating procedures;
• Operate, maintain and troubleshoot equipment according to the laboratory’s standard operating procedures;
• Review, interpret and report patient results in LIMS as assigned;
• Independently identify and troubleshoot high complexity problems that adversely affect the test performance;
• Perform, review and document laboratory quality control procedures;
• Document all corrective actions taken when test systems deviate from the established performance specifications;
• Perform and document routine preventive maintenance;
• Prepare reagents required for testing;
• Perform and document reagent qualification per the approved protocols;
• Lead in introduction of assay improvements, new assay configurations and validation;
• Provide direct supervision of the work of unlicensed laboratory personnel during the analytical phase of testing;
• Communicate effectively with coworkers and non-laboratory personnel;
• Write and review of controlled documents as assigned;
• Lead the training of new and existing laboratory personnel on current and new procedures;
• Participate in the inspection preparation activities as needed;
• May act as a team leader/delegated General Supervisor and aid the Supervisors/ManagersLeads including but not limited to: Assist in administrative duties including but not limited to review of documents and forms; Take charge of shift communication if supervisors/leads are not present; Provide updates to supervisors/lead regarding any issues; Assist in sample and process troubleshooting; and Monitoring data and process status as needed.

Requirements

• Must possess an active, 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 as described in 10 NYYCRR Part 58-1.5;
• Must fulfill requirements stated in the College of American Pathologists Molecular Pathology Checklist;
• Bachelor’s degree or equivalent in Biomedical Laboratory Science, Clinical Science or related field preferred;
• At least two years of Guardant Health Clinical Laboratory experience or equivalent high complexity and volume laboratory experience preferred;
• Laboratory experience within the last year preferred;
• Experience in molecular biology techniques preferred;
• Working knowledge of local, state, and federal laboratory regulations preferred;
• Able to integrate and apply feedback in a professional manner;
• Able to manage daily test processing needs with high emphasis on quality;
• Able to analyze and problem solve basic issues that impact test performance;
• Able to work as part of a team;
• Strong computer and automation skills;
• Able to proactively communicate consistently, clearly, and honestly.

Qualifications

• Must possess an active, 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 as described in 10 NYYCRR Part 58-1.5;
• Must fulfill requirements stated in the College of American Pathologists Molecular Pathology Checklist;
• Bachelor’s degree or equivalent in Biomedical Laboratory Science, Clinical Science or related field preferred;
• At least two years of Guardant Health Clinical Laboratory experience or equivalent high complexity and volume laboratory experience preferred;
• Laboratory experience within the last year preferred;
• Experience in molecular biology techniques preferred;
• Working knowledge of local, state, and federal laboratory regulations preferred;
• Able to integrate and apply feedback in a professional manner;
• Able to manage daily test processing needs with high emphasis on quality;
• Able to analyze and problem solve basic issues that impact test performance;
• Able to work as part of a team;
• Strong computer and automation skills;
• Able to proactively communicate consistently, clearly, and honestly.

Skills

• Excellent attention to detail;
• Effective written and verbal communication skills;
• The ability to multitask and be flexible with tasks and schedules;
• The ability to work independently in a team environment.

Benefits

Guardant Health offers a comprehensive benefits package including medical, dental, vision, life insurance, disability coverage, and a 401(k) retirement plan. Additionally, Guardant Health provides paid time off, flexible work arrangements, and opportunities for professional development and growth.

Pay

The annualized base salary ranges for the primary location and any additional locations are listed below. This range does not include benefits or, if applicable, bonus, commission, or equity. Each candidate's compensation offer will be based on multiple factors including, but not limited to, geography, experience, education, job-related skills, job duties, and business need.

• Primary Location: Redwood City, CA - $63 - $87
• Other US Location(s): - $53 - $74

Schedule

MN shift Wednesday- Saturday 9pm-7:30am.