Clinical Genetic Molecular Biological Scientist Intern
Brisbane, CA
CareDx, Inc. is a leading precision medicine solutions company focused on the discovery, development, and commercialization of clinically differentiated, high-value healthcare solutions for transplant patients and caregivers. CareDx offers products, testing services, and digital healthcare solutions along the pre‐ and post‐transplant patient journey, and is the leading provider of genomics‐based information for transplant patients.
The Clinical Genetic Molecular Biological Scientist Intern (CGMBS Intern) performs a variety of laboratory and administrative tasks to obtain practical training hours in the CLIA‐certified clinical laboratory here at CareDx. A CGMBS Intern performs laboratory duties under the supervision of a licensed CLS or the Clinical Laboratory Manager (CLM) and/or designee. This position serves as the practicum for the didactic portion of the CGMBS program through San Jose State University and prepares interns for completion of their program and qualification for the ASCP examination.
Responsibilities
* Perform patient specimen processing under the supervision of a licensed CLS.
* Perform routine laboratory maintenance tasks and set up consumables in preparation of laboratory testing.
* Assist the CLS in laboratory testing and receive training in molecular techniques.
* Receive and accession samples into the laboratory information management system (LIMS) to facilitate sample throughput.
* Perform instrument calibrations and maintenance.
* Perform data entry and maintain spreadsheets.
* Participate in materials management activities including ordering, receiving, unpacking, documenting, labeling consumables and reagents, and stocking work areas.
* Participate in quality control and quality assurance activities.
* Perform testing for special research and development studies and assist on commercial test offerings that align with internship training requirements.
* Comply with CareDx quality control policies and document QC activities.
* Maintain confidentiality of personal health information (PHI).
* Identify problems that may affect assigned duties, correct problems or escalate to the Clinical Laboratory Scientist, Clinical Laboratory Manager, or lab Director following established protocols.
* Document corrective actions taken when test systems deviate from established performance specifications.
* Perform additional administrative duties and projects assigned by the Clinical Laboratory Manager.
* Comply with all local, state, and federal laws and regulations governing clinical laboratory operations.
Qualifications
* Bachelor's Degree in a biology‐related science is preferred.
* Acceptance into San Jose State University's CGMBS Program (training affiliate).
* Proficiency in Microsoft Office suite (Outlook, Word, Excel, PowerPoint).
* Strong interpersonal skills.
* Strong attention to detail.
* Ability to build and maintain effective working relationships with CareDx employees at all levels.
* Valid California Clinical Laboratory Scientist (CLS) Trainee license.
* Aptitude for performance of molecular testing techniques (PCR, real‐time PCR, etc.).
* Previous laboratory experience preferred.
* Ability to communicate effectively in English, verbally and in writing, within the work group.
Benefits
* Competitive base salary and incentive compensation.
* Health and welfare benefits, including a gym reimbursement program.
* Living Donor Employee Recovery Policy – up to 30 days of paid leave for employees who donate an organ or bone marrow.
Compensation
$24.72 – $24.72 USD per hour (base salary range for candidates based in Brisbane, California).
Equal Employment Opportunity
CareDx, Inc. is an Equal Opportunity Employer – veterans/disabled, and participates in the E‐Verify program.
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