Clinical Laboratory Associate I (3rd Shift, Saturday-Tuesday, 4x10 Hour Days, 9:00pm-7:30am)

As a Clinical Laboratory Associate we are looking for someone who will be responsible for assisting the Clinical Laboratory Scientists and supporting the daily operations of the Clinical Laboratory.  As part of the Clinical Operations you will be responsible for: 

• Perform equipment maintenance according to the laboratorys standard operating procedures for the following but not limited to: centrifuges freezers refrigerators pipettors heat blocks quantitation instruments sequencers and liquid handlers.
• Create sample batches print labels and label tubes and plates.
• Maintain sufficient inventory of material supplies and equipment in the laboratory for performance of duties.
• Document all corrective actions taken when test systems deviate from the laboratorys established performance specifications.
• Clean racks and other laboratory supplies.
• Manage plasma sample inventory.
• Perform annual review of standard operating procedures.
• Assist the Reagent Manufacturing team with preparation and aliquoting of reagents manufacture controls and reagents kits require for performing and supporting sample testing.
• Assist with managing and ensuring sufficient inventory of reagents used in the Clinical Operations laboratory.
• Participate in interdepartmental activities with Supply Chain and Quality to ensure qualified reagents for  testing are available for use at all time.
• Assist the Clinical Laboratory Scientist during clinical patient testing.
• Participate in projects under the supervision of a CLS or Supervisor along with maintaining quality and efficient work flow of daily duties.
• Perform laboratory tests procedures and analyses according to the laboratorys standard operating procedures for research sample testing
• Operate and troubleshoot equipment according to the laboratorys standard operating procedures for research sample testing
• Independently identify and troubleshoot high complexity problems that adversely affect the test performance for research sample testing
• Assist with training of new laboratory personnel and training of new procedures with existing personnel.
• Assist with internal audits and inspection preparation as needed.
• Manage of organizing and maintaining laboratory equipment personnel and training documents.
• Set-up the liquid handlers and assist with liquid handlers automated procedures.
• Ensure on-time calibration of laboratory equipment is scheduled and performed.
• Report all concerns of test quality and/or safety to the Supervisor or Safety Officer.
• Work closely with the CLSs and Accessioning Teams and Reagent Manufacturing team to provide consistent and ongoing support to the entire service department.
• Write and revise standard operating procedures as needed.
• Identify process improvement opportunities and report to laboratory management
• Provide guidance for new Clinical Laboratory Associates give constructive feedback and provide peer review feedback for evaluations.
• Perform other duties as assigned.

Qualifications :

• Minimum of Associate degree or equivalent required;
• Bachelors degree or equivalent in Biomedical Laboratory Science Clinical Science or related field preferred;
• Clinical laboratory experience or equivalent high complexity and volume laboratory experience preferred;
• Previous laboratory work experience preferred with skills including (but not limited to) proper specimen collection or retrieval patient preparation labeling handling assay assist or assay preparation preventive maintenance and troubleshooting and/or transportation and storage of specimens. 
• Ability in giving and receiving constructive feedback fostering open communication and continuous improvement;
• Demonstrates strong practical reasoning and sound judgment;
• Skilled in making informed and effective decisions;
• Exhibits attention to detail and a strong commitment to precision in all tasks;
• Strong computing skills;
• Knowledge of Good documentation practices;
• Working knowledge of reagent stability and storage quality control policies and factors that influence test results; 
• Strong communicator with ability to maintain open communication with internal employees managers;
• Able to integrate and apply feedback in a professional manner; and
• Ability to work as part of a team.

Additional Information :

For positions based in Palo Alto CA or Redwood City CA the hourly range for this full-time position is $33.94 to $46.65. The range does not include benefits and if applicable overtime bonus commission or equity.

Within the range individual pay is determined by work location and additional factors including but not limited to job-related skills experience and relevant education or training. If you are selected to move forward the recruiting team will provide details specific to the factors above.

Employee may be required to lift routine office supplies and use office equipment. Majority of the work is performed in a desk/office environment; however there may be exposure to high noise levels fumes and biohazard material in the laboratory environment. Ability to sit for extended periods of time.

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