Laboratory Accessioner

5 days ago


Fort Atkinson, Iowa, United States BillionToOne Full time
About BillionToOne

BillionToOne is a pioneering molecular diagnostics company dedicated to developing innovative diagnostic tests that are accessible to all. Our cutting-edge QCT molecular counting technology significantly enhances the resolution of disease detection using cell-free DNA by over 1,000-fold. This groundbreaking technology is integral to our product offerings, including Unity Complete, the only non-invasive prenatal screen capable of assessing fetal risk for both common recessive conditions and aneuploidies from a single maternal blood sample.

We are expanding our reach into oncology with a pioneering liquid biopsy test, Northstar, that combines treatment selection with monitoring. Our commitment to innovation and exceptional work environment has earned us recognition as one of America's Best Startup Employers for 2024 by Forbes.

Job Summary

We are seeking a detail-oriented Laboratory Accessioner to assist with day-to-day laboratory preparation and equipment maintenance in the Clinical Laboratory. The successful candidate will be responsible for the accessioning of clinical specimens, performing quality assurance procedures, and complying with all local, state, and federal laboratory requirements.

Responsibilities
  • Perform specimen receipt and accessioning according to the laboratory's standard operating procedures
  • Maintain equipment according to the laboratory's standard operating procedures
  • Clean labware, equipment, and benches
  • Prepare documents and binders for equipment and personnel records
  • Document all corrective actions taken when test systems deviate from the established performance specifications
  • Perform and document routine preventative maintenance
  • Prepare reagents required for laboratory preparation
  • Communicate effectively with coworkers and non-laboratory personnel
  • Report all concerns of accessioning quality and/or safety to the Laboratory Director, Supervisor, or Safety Officer
  • Participate in inspection preparation activities
  • Review of controlled documents as assigned
  • Participate in the training of new accessioning personnel on current procedures
Requirements
  • Student in pursuit of a Bachelor's Biology degree or related life sciences degree
  • Laboratory experience within the last year preferred
  • Able to integrate and apply feedback in a professional manner
  • Strong attention to detail
  • Able to manage daily specimen processing needs with high emphasis on quality
  • Able to analyze and problem solve basic issues that impact test performance
  • Strong computer skills preferred
  • Able to proactively communicate consistently, clearly, and honestly
  • One year of Clinical Laboratory experience or equivalent high complexity and volume laboratory experience preferred
Nice-To-Haves
  • Start-up experience
  • Bachelor's degree
Benefits and Perks
  • Working with a team of 'rockstars' who bring out the best in everyone
  • Open, transparent culture that includes weekly Town Hall meetings
  • The ability to indirectly or directly change the lives of hundreds of thousand patients
  • Free daily on-site lunches provided from top eateries
  • Latest and greatest hardware (laptop, lab equipment, facilities)
  • A variety of perks on campus (state of the art gym, restaurant)
  • Free on-site EV charging (compatible with all EVs, including Tesla)