Clinical Laboratory Scientist II

The role

The Clinical Laboratory Scientist II performs laboratory procedures for end-to-end processing of biological samples to enable next-generation sequencing. This includes accessioning, extraction, library preparation, hybrid capture, sequencing, and QC steps.

What you will do

• Perform routine and complex diagnostic laboratory testing on patient samples.
• Provide technical guidance and oversight to non-licensed personnel.
• Interpret data and results of all analyses.
• Support day to day operations including data entry, sample receiving, and reagent preparation.
• Identify and resolve problems affecting test performance.
• Assist with research and validation studies.
• Participate in routine activities like SOP authoring and continuous improvement.
• Propose assay and process improvements.
• Participate in new or revised assay launches.
• Maintain documentation in compliance with Good Laboratory Practices and Quality Systems.

Required qualifications

• Bachelor’s or Master's degree in chemical, physical, biological, or clinical laboratory science or medical technology from an accredited institution
• Education received at a college or university located outside of the United States or United States Territories requires a credentials equivalency evaluation by an approved agency
• Hold a current and active American Society of Clinical Pathology (ASCP) board certification
• Hold current and valid Clinical Laboratory Scientist licensure (Generalist or CGMBS)
• Demonstrate a working knowledge of the general biological principles that govern DNA biology
• Possess a strong foundational understanding of common molecular biology techniques, such as PCR/qPCR, DNA ligation, and DNA extraction
• Working level knowledge or ability to learn use of common molecular biology instruments; Agilent Tapestation/capillary electrophoresis, Qubit, plate readers, thermocyclers and other common laboratory
• Previous experience handling human biological materials is required
• Working knowledge of how to safely operate in a BSL-2 environment is required
• Previous experience handling, processing, and extracting DNA from biological specimens is required

Benefits

• Annual performance incentive bonus
• Long-term equity awards
• Comprehensive health benefits (medical, dental, vision)
• 401(k) with company match
• Generous paid time off
• Company holidays
• Life and disability plans
• Free testing for employees and immediate families
• Fertility care benefits
• Pregnancy and baby bonding leave
• Commuter benefits

About the company

Foresight Diagnostics is a molecular diagnostics company pioneering non-invasive cancer detection through cell-free DNA-based liquid biopsy technologies. It is a Natera company headquartered in Boulder, Colorado.