Clinical Genetic Molecular Biological Scientist Trainee
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 Trainee (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, who provides specific instruction and training regarding molecular techniques and bench tasks that are to be completed. This position serves as the practicum for the didactic portion of the CGMBS program through San Jose State University. As a training affiliate, this position prepares CGMBS Interns for completion of their program and qualifies them 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 train under them 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 train to assist on commercial test offerings that apply to the topics listed in the 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, and following established protocols, correct problems or elevate to Clinical Laboratory Scientist, Clinical Laboratory Manager, or lab Director.
* 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
* Batchelor's Degree in a biology‐related science is preferred.
* Acceptance into San Jose State University's CGMBS Program of which we are a training affiliate.
* Proficiency in Microsoft Office suite of programs (Outlook, Word, Excel, PowerPoint, etc.).
* Strong interpersonal skills.
* Strong attention to details.
* Ability to build and maintain effective working relationships with CareDx employees at all levels.
* Validate and current 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.
CareDx, Inc. is an Equal Opportunity Employer—vets/disabled, and participates in the E‐Verify program.
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Base Salary
This is the anticipated base salary range for candidates who will work in Brisbane, California. The final salary offered to a successful candidate will be dependent on several factors that may include, but are not limited to, the type and length of experience within the job, the type and length of experience within the industry, education, etc. Base pay is one part of the Total Package that is provided to compensate and recognize employees for their work, and this role may be eligible for additional discretionary bonuses/incentives and restricted stock units. CareDx is a multi‐state employer, and this salary range may not reflect positions that work in other states.
$24.72 - $24.72 USD
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