CareDx, Inc.

Clinical Laboratory Scientist

Brisbane, CA, United States · Full-time

Sponsorship not specifiedDetected 3906 days ago

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About the role

The Company has commercialized AlloMap®, a gene expression test that aids clinicians in identifying heart transplant recipients with stable graft function who have a low probability of moderate/severe acute cellular rejection.
For more information, please visit: www.CareDx.com.
Completed work is reviewed by the CLM or designee to verify the achievement of expected results.

May perform phlebotomy duties as needed.
The Clinical Laboratory Scientist (CLS) performs testing in the CLIA-certified CareDx Reference laboratory, participates in quality control, quality assurance and troubleshooting activities, and leads testing for special research and development studies.
A CLS performs duties under general direction, carrying out work assignments in accordance with policies and objectives established by the Clinical Laboratory Manager (CLM) or designee.
A CLS is expected to plan and organize his or her own work, determining work methods and assisting in the determination of priorities and deadlines.
A CLS is responsible for the proficient performance of his or her own work assignments.
A CLS is responsible for the proficient performance of his or her own work assignments and is expected to provide guidance to less-experienced personnel in the Reference Laboratory and other groups.
Handle and process patient samples, analyze test results, prepare reports and maintain records of test results.
Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

Adherence to the Corporate and/or Plant policies, rules, and regulations in these areas is required.
The physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job.
While performing the duties of this job, the employee is regularly required to use hands and fingers, handle or feel, and talk or hear.
The employee frequently is required to sit, stand and walk.
Regular use of hands to operate office equipment and type on the keyboard will be required.
Adherence to using personal protection equipment is required in the laboratories.

Must be able to consistently complete testing of a standard batch of samples within established time frames
Review and follow up incomplete testing as needed.
Must be able to perform quality control testing, analyze data and prepare reports for management review within established time frames.
Held California Clinical Laboratory Scientist (CLS) license for over 3 year preferred
BS/BA in a biology-related science
Demonstrated proficiency in the performance of molecular testing techniques (PCR, real-time PCR, etc.) highly desirable
Experience in immunology, microbiology or related fields preferred
2+ years experience performing high-complexity testing in a clinical laboratory

Must be able to consistently complete testing without repeats due to technical errors at levels established by annual performance or laboratory goals.

An employee in this position may work in an environment, or visits facilities, in which safety, environmental and health concerns may demand constant attention.
Specific vision abilities required by this job include close vision, and ability to adjust focus.

Ability to build and maintain effective working relationships with CareDx employees at all levels as well as customers and vendors.

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