Clinical Laboratory Scientist, Reporting

Company: Guardant Health
Location: Redwood City
Posted on: May 1, 2021

Job Description:

Company DescriptionGuardant Health is a leading precision oncology company focused on helping conquer cancer globally through use of its proprietary blood tests, vast data sets and advanced analytics. --Its Guardant Health Oncology Platform is designed to leverage its capabilities in technology, clinical development, regulatory and reimbursement to drive commercial adoption, improve patient clinical outcomes and lower healthcare costs. --In pursuit of its goal to manage cancer across all stages of the disease, Guardant Health has launched multiple liquid biopsy-based tests, Guardant360 and GuardantOMNI, for advanced stage cancer patients, which fuel its LUNAR development programs for recurrence and early detection. Since its launch in 2014, Guardant360 has been used by more than 6,000 oncologists, over 50 biopharmaceutical companies and all 27 of the National Comprehensive Cancer Network centers.Job DescriptionABOUT THE ROLEWe're looking for a talented Clinical Laboratory Scientist--to review highly complex laboratory test results, specifically NGS DNA sequencing, performing quality control, interpreting and releasing patient results in the context of local, state and federal laboratory requirements.You will independently identify and troubleshoot high complexity problems that adversely affect the test performance.----Report all concerns of test quality and/or safety to the Laboratory Supervisor or Safety Officer. Document all corrective actions taken when test system deviates from the laboratory's established performance specifications. Assist with training of new laboratory personnel. Perform annual review of Standard Operating Procedures. Work with other teams to participate in assay validation and Laboratory Systems improvement.ABOUT YOUYou have at least three years of experience in a CLIA laboratory and have a good understanding of CAP and CLIA regulations. You're reliable and resilient, and you contribute to team success by sharing your experience in molecular biology and NGS and are seen as a leader among peers.----Your colleagues come to you with questions, and you've had experience training clinical laboratory staff.----You are excited about bringing quality and strong project management skills to solve complex issues that impact test performance.----You are an effective and proactive communicator who maintains open dialogue with colleagues across functions and can articulate complex concepts and issues clearly.----An avid learner, you seek opportunities to grow and integrate developmental feedback you receive into your day-to-day. You're known for your ability to zoom in on detail as well as your ability to zoom out to see the big picture.----QualificationsExperience with NGS required, patient result reporting experience preferred3+ Clinical Laboratory experience in a high-volume, complex clinical laboratory or equivalentValid California Clinical Laboratory Scientist licenseBachelor's degree in Biomedical Laboratory Science, Clinical Science or related fieldAdditional InformationEmployee may be required to lift routine office supplies and use office equipment.-- Majority of the work is performed in a desk/office environment; however, there may be exposure to high noise levels, fumes, and biohazard material in the laboratory environment.-- Ability to sit for extended periods of time.Guardant Health is an Equal Opportunity Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, or protected veteran status and will not be discriminated against on the basis of disability.All your information will be kept confidential according to EEO guidelines.Please visit our career page at:--SummaryType: Full-timeFunction: Production

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