The posting
About this opportunity:
At Freenome, we are seeking a Clinical Laboratory Associate I to help grow the Freenome Clinical Laboratory Analytical team. The ideal candidate is dependable, flexible, with attention to detail and is team oriented. This person is responsible for all things related to sample processing and equipment maintenance. You are passionate about making a direct impact on patient lives through attention to detail, diligence in the lab, and cooperative teamwork. You will have a significant impact on the continued growth of a high profile technology organization that is changing the landscape on early cancer detection.
This role reports to the Supervisor, Analytical Laboratory.
Working Hours:
This position follows one of two schedules, (subject to change based on business needs):
- Shift 1: Monday–Friday, 7:30 a.m.–4:00 p.m.
- Shift 2: Monday–Friday, 10:00 a.m.–6:30 p.m.
Onboarding training for Shift 2 takes place Monday–Friday, 7:30 a.m.–4:00 p.m., and may last up to two (2) months. Periodic extended hours and weekend rotations may be required for approximately six (6) months.
What you’ll do:
- Perform equipment maintenance according to the laboratory’s standard operating procedures (SOPs) for machines and devices including, but not limited to, the following: centrifuges, freezers, refrigerators, pipettors, microplate readers, NovaSeq units, Agilent Bravo units, Hamilton units, and work cells, as needed
- Create sample batches, printing labels, and labeling 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 laboratory’s established performance specifications
- Assist CLSs with preparation and aliquoting of reagents
- Assist CLSs during sample testing
- Assist CLSs with quality control (QC) and quality assurance (QA) functions
- Participate in projects under the supervision of a CLS or supervisor along with maintaining quality and an efficient workflow in daily duties
- Participate in cross-departmental projects
- Assist with the training of existing laboratory personnel in new procedures and the training of new laboratory personnel
- Assist with internal audits and inspection preparation, as needed
- Set up the Hamilton and assisting with Hamilton automated procedures
- Set up the work cell and assisting with work cell 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 Team to provide consistent and ongoing support to the entire Service Department
- Check, monitor, and record temperatures, perform root-cause analysis of deviations, and implement a resolution or initiating a service request as necessary
- Write and revise SOPs as needed
- Organize and maintain laboratory, equipment, personnel, and training documents
- Identify process improvement opportunities and report to laboratory management
- Provide guidance for new Clinical Laboratory Associates
Must haves:
- Zero to one years of work experience in a clinical laboratory setting
- The ability to prioritize tasks with a high emphasis on quality
- Strong organizational skills and meticulous attention to detail
- The ability to work as part of a team within a highly collaborative environment
- Flexibility to variable shift start times depending on operational needs
Nice to haves:
- High sample volume laboratory experience preferred
- Experience working with automated equipment/systems
- Have working knowledge of local, state and federal laboratory regulations
Additional information:
Contractors may be hired through a third-party provider and will be considered contingent workers. We invite you to check out our career page @ freenome.com/job-openings/ for additional company information.
Freenome is proud to be an equal opportunity employer and we value diversity. Freenome does not discriminate on the basis of race, color, religion, marital status, age, national origin, ancestry, physical or mental disability, medical condition, pregnancy, genetic information, gender, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, veteran status, or any other status protected under federal, state, or local law.
Applicants have rights under Federal Employment Laws.
- Family & Medical Leave Act (FMLA)
- Equal Employment Opportunity (EEO)
- Employee Polygraph Protection Act (EPPA)
California applicants please review the CCPA Notice at Collection here:
- California Consumer Privacy Act (CCPA)
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