Senior Clinical Laboratory Scientist, Generalist Position

1 week ago


Palo Alto, California, United States DELFI Diagnostics, Inc. Full time
About Us

DELFI Diagnostics, Inc. is a pioneering company developing innovative, blood-based tests for cancer detection. Our cutting-edge platform employs advanced machine-learning methods to whole-genome sequencing data, addressing the highest-burden health challenges globally. We prioritize solutions that have the potential to save lives, particularly for historically underserved populations.

Our Mission

We lead with science, anchor in pragmatism, and build with and for all. Our team is passionate about radically improving health outcomes, and we serve humanity by:

  • Leading with Science: We pioneer life-changing science by ensuring quality, transparency, and rigor at all times.
  • Building With & For All: We embrace diverse backgrounds to innovate and achieve together.
  • Putting We over I: We are a home for high-performing people, building collective intelligence through teamwork.
Job Summary

We are seeking a Senior Clinical Laboratory Scientist, Generalist to join our team. In this role, you will perform high complexity laboratory testing for cancer detection via next-generation sequencing and possibly general Chemistry and Immunology testing. You will work closely with automation, assay development, and technology transfer scientists to build scalable infrastructure within the Clinical Laboratory.

Responsibilities
  • Perform laboratory tests, procedures, analyses, and resulting of patient results per approved procedures.
  • Independently identify and troubleshoot high complexity problems that may adversely affect test performance.
  • Perform and document reagent manufacturing and qualification per approved procedures.
  • Verify instrument performance through inspection, calibration, and maintenance per approved procedures.
  • Organize and conduct the training of new and existing laboratory personnel on current and new procedures.
  • Aid the Manager/Sr. Director with delegating tasks to CLAs and other CLSs, and monitoring lab process status as needed.
  • Report all concerns of test quality and/or safety to the Laboratory Director, Supervisor, or Safety Officer.
Requirements
  • Must possess an active and valid Clinical Laboratory Scientist (CLS) Generalist license issued by the state of California.
  • Must fulfill requirements stated in 42 CFR 493.1489 or 493.1491.
  • Must fulfill requirements stated in the College of American Pathologists Molecular Pathology Checklist.
  • BS in Biomedical Laboratory Sciences, Clinical Science, or equivalent.
  • Ability to communicate complex technical results to a cross-functional audience.
  • Desire to learn about cancer genetics and contribute to a diverse, collaborative, and mutually respectful working environment.
  • 4+ years of experience as a practicing CLS.
Preferred Qualifications
  • 6+ years of Clinical Laboratory experience or equivalent high complexity and volume laboratory experience.
  • Laboratory experience within the last year.
  • Experience with next-generation sequencing, molecular biology techniques, General Chemistry, Immunology, and automated liquid handlers.
  • Working knowledge of local, state, and federal laboratory regulations.
Compensation

$135,000 - $150,000 a year.

DELFI Diagnostics, Inc. is an equal opportunity employer and values diversity at our company. We do not discriminate on the basis of race, religion, color, national origin, gender, sexual orientation, age, marital status, veteran status, or disability status.



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