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Clinical Laboratory Scientist

Lucence Health Inc

Palo Alto, California

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JOB DETAILS
SKILLS
Accreditation Standards, Assays, Biology, Cancer, Chain of Custody, Clinical Competency, Clinical Laboratory, Continuous Improvement, Cross-Functional, Detail Oriented, Disease, Documentation, Equipment Maintenance/Repair, External Audit, Genotyping, Healthcare, Hubs, ISO (International Organization for Standardization), Identify Issues, Internal Audit, Laboratory, Laboratory Automation, Laboratory Equipment, Laboratory Information Management System (LIMS), Laboratory Management, Laboratory Operations, Next Generation Sequencing (NGS), Nucleic Acid, Patient Care, Performance Metrics, Polymerase Chain Reaction (PCR), Quality Assurance, Quality Control, Quality Management, Quality Metrics, Risk Analysis, Standard Operating Procedures (SOP), Team Player, Testing, Time Management, Vaccination
LOCATION
Palo Alto, California
POSTED
30+ days ago
Join Us In Building the Future of Precision Health
 
Lucence is a precision health company accelerating early detection of cancer and age-related diseases. We help people live longer, healthier lives through advanced testing that identifies risks before symptoms appear. Operating from twin hubs in Singapore and Silicon Valley, our multidisciplinary team spans tech, commercial, and clinical roles.
 
Join us to build a world where cancer and diseases of ageing are caught early and treated accurately. Together, we are making this future a reality.
 
 
ABOUT THE ROLE 
 
Key Responsibilities: 
 
  • Performing high complexity testing according to established SOPs for molecular diagnostic techniques, including nucleic acid extraction, PCR, genotyping and next generation sequencing.
  • Correctly receiving, requisitioning, processing, and ensuring proper identification of specimens and chain of custody.
  • Setting up, validating and performing maintenance checks on laboratory equipment and automation solutions.
  • Managing laboratory supplies and inventory for smooth laboratory operations.
  • Participating in reagent and assay quality control and validations.
  • Participating in internal and external quality assurance programs.
  • Troubleshooting assays and instruments as needed.
  • Maintaining strict quality standards according to laboratory accreditation standards, e.g. CAP, CLIA, ISO.
  • Preparing for internal/external audits as needed.
  • Meets training expectations and performance metrics on time laid out by the laboratory department.
  • Assists in documentation of Non-Conformance Reports (NCRs).
  • Assists in continuous improvement projects.
  • Performs other duties as assigned.
  • Works under the supervision of the Lab Supervisor.
ROLE REQUIREMENTS
  • Bachelor's degree in Biological Sciences, Life Sciences or a relevant field.
  • An active California Clinical Laboratory Scientist license (generalist / CGMBS) in good standing.
  • At least 2 years of experience working in a regulated laboratory environment.
  • The ability to commit full-time to this role. Flexibility to start on a 5x8 schedule and convert to a 4x10 schedule 6:30a-5p. Must be able to work weekends; either a Sun-Wed or Wed-Sat shift.
  • Success Criteria:
    • Familiarity with molecular diagnostic techniques, especially next generation sequencing. Experience in liquid biopsy is advantageous.
    • Familiarity with laboratory information management systems.
    • Experience in setting up laboratory automation and associated programming would be highly advantageous.
    • A high degree of attention to detail.
    • Willingness to 'roll your sleeves up' and ability to work collaboratively with others.
    • Fully vaccinated status against COVID-19. (Vaccination is a requirement unless a medical or religious accommodation is requested and approved.)
    • Specific titles may be calibrated to match a given candidate's experience.
Please send your CV to hr@lucence.com indicating the position you are applying for in the subject line. Please include/attach your CDPH license in your application.

Apply now if you’re ready to lead the transformation of healthcare technology. Be at the forefront of healthcare innovation and make a significant impact on the US healthcare system. Together, let’s revolutionize patient care!

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