Clinical Lab Scientist(Generalist License)

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Are you looking for an opportunity to join a cutting-edge companion diagnostics team that’s developed new companion diagnostics products? THEN READ ON! Our client’s technology is being harnessed and supported through a major University Research partner and the Series ‘A’ funding has exceeded all expectations. As the project progresses you will transition from training onsite within the University lab to a brand-new state of the art facility.

Immediate fast-track opportunity for a Clinical Lab Scientist in LA, CA, who possesses:

• Bachelor’s Degree in chemical, physical, biological or clinical laboratory science or medical technology from an accredited institution OR Associate’s degree in a laboratory science (chemical or biological science) or medical laboratory technology from an accredited institution
• Licensed in the state of California to perform low to high complexity testing without direct supervision (Valid Generalist License Required).
• Excellent interpersonal communication and organizational skills.
• Ability to multitask and work under pressure with tight deadlines.
• Continuous quality improvement mindset and attention to detail.
• Comfortable in a fast-paced small company environment with minimal direction and able to adjust workload based upon changing priorities.

• Ability to function effectively in a global scientific and cultural arena.
• Work independently under general supervision. Exercises judgment within defined practices and policies.
• Proficient in using MS Office Suite, Adobe Acrobat, SharePoint, Veeva Vault and other relevant tools.
• Desirable experience with immunohistochemical (IHC) staining and use of a microscope.
• Desirable experience with Design Control, Product Development or Manufacturing around Medical/Diagnostics devices.
• Experience in cancer biology is helpful.

Key Responsibilities Include:

• Test clinical laboratory specimens according to laboratory policies and procedures and assures that all quality control criteria have been met prior to reporting of test results.
• Following the laboratory's standard operating procedures (SOPs) for specimen handling and processing, test analyses, reporting, and maintaining records of patient results.
• Supports clinical trial activities, including preparation of study and training materials for the study personnel.
• Administers quality control and is responsible for the operation, maintenance, calibration, and troubleshooting of instruments to ensure proper function and support clinical sample testing via IHC.
• Adhering to the laboratory's Quality Control policies with proper communication and documentation of all Quality Control activities, including corrective actions, protocol deviations, instrument and procedural calibrations, and instrument maintenance.
• Being able to identify problems that may adversely affect test performance and results by troubleshooting the issue and notifying the appropriate supervisor.
• Performing inventory management and reagent qualification.
• Contribute to development of process documentation including, SOPs, Work Instructions, and Best Practices related to Companion Diagnostics.
• Prepares laboratory and assists with audits and inspections.
• CLS supervises unlicensed personnel, as well as trains all staff (licensed and unlicensed) in all laboratory functions, inclusive of competency assessment.
• May supervise one or more research assistants/associates.

Position Offers:

• Base Salary of $95-125K
• Medical/Dental/Vision
• PTO/Vacation Time
• More benefits to be shared upon start

If you’d like to explore, send us your resume to admin@snapstaffing.com and we’ll follow up with you right away!