Clinical Laboratory Scientist

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Great people form the core of any great organization. PreludeDx is always looking for highly qualified people with a passion for improving the lives of cancer patients. We will periodically post information about openings but are always interested in hearing from those who believe in our mission and values.

JOB TITLE: Clinical Laboratory Scientist
DEPARTMENT: R&D
REPORTS TO: CLS Manager

JOB PURPOSE:

We are seeking a highly motivated and skilled licensed CLS to join our team. The ideal candidate will have experience in running Next Generation Sequencing (NGS) and knowledge of molecular biology techniques.

ESSENTIAL RESPONSIBILITIES:

• Ensure that the equipment is calibrated, maintained, and operated according to the manufacturer’s guidelines and standard operating procedures.
• Adheres to the CAP, CLIA and NYS regulations.
• Run protocols for sample collection, processing, storage, and tracking in LIMs to ensure the integrity and traceability of the samples throughout the NGS workflow.
• Run clinical and R&D samples for NGS and molecular biology techniques, including microdissection, FFPE nucleic acid extraction, NGS library preparation, sequencing, data analysis, and quality control measures with appropriate NGS controls.
• Perform and train other CLS’s on established NGS and molecular biology procedures, including macrodissection, FFPE nucleic acid extraction, NGS library preparation, sequencing, and data analysis, including quality control measures.
• Perform validation testing to ensure with selected reagents and controls to ensure the assay meets the required performance specifications.
• Perform validation studies to assess the performance characteristics of the NGS assay, including sensitivity, specificity, accuracy, precision, and reproducibility.
• Analyze and interpret data using appropriate statistical methods and software, including sensitivity, specificity, accuracy, precision and reproducibility.
• Maintain accurate records and documentation of experiments and results.

The above list represents the general duties considered essential functions of the job and is not to be considered an exhaustive description of all the work requirements that may be inherent in the position

POSITION REQUIREMENTS:

• Minimum 4 years as a certified or licensed clinical laboratory scientist
• California Clinical Laboratory Scientist (Highly Preferred: California Clinical Genetic Molecular Biologist Scientist license – CGMBS.)
• Must be well-organized, open-minded, decisive, and flexible. They must be able to communicate well with others, and work as a team. Good writing skills and extensive computer experience are necessary.