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$56k–$84k

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Adaptivebio Technologies The Clinical Lab Technologist processes biological samples using DNA sequencing assays in a high-production clinical lab. This role ensures compliance with regulatory requirements and maintains laboratory equipment.

Responsibilities

AM shift: Friday - Tuesday 6:00am - 2:30pm
PM shift: Friday - Monday 12:30pm - 11:00pm
Performs and provides general support for DNA extractions, PCR amplification, or high-throughput sequencing assays on DNA libraries in accordance with standard laboratory processes and procedures.
Operates and maintains laboratory equipment such as liquid handling robotics and DNA sequencers.
Completes tasks as assigned (e.g. routine clinical or research sample processing, validations, reagent QC runs, or special projects) accurately while following strict methodologies.
Provides guidance to less-experienced staff.
Performs training and/or competency assessments for Clinical Laboratory Technician/Technologist team members on high complexity molecular methods.
Suggests changes to existing laboratory procedures and processes to improve efficiency and results.
Performs protocols under compliance with regulatory agencies, models appropriate clinical, regulatory and safety practices.
Makes decisions that impact quality, timeliness, and effectiveness of the team.
Resolves basic problems that may involve uncommon variations of issues.
Identifies and uses up to date, accurate information for problem solving and analysis.

Qualification

All other duties as assignedMolecular biology skills (eWorking ConditionsPossible working shifts include

Required

Regulatory responsibilities per Good Clinical Practices (GCP)
Regulatory responsibilities per Good Laboratory Practices (GLP)
Regulatory responsibilities of “Testing Personnel” for high complexity testing as defined by 42CFR493.1495
All other duties as assigned
Molecular biology skills (e.g. DNA Extraction, Purification, PCR, qPCR, next-generation DNA sequencing) and related technical knowledge.
Experience working with human specimens (e.g. blood, tissues and/or cells) and biohazardous material.
Strong communication and interpersonal skills, ability to collaborate across teams and disciplines.
Bachelor’s or higher in medical technology or laboratory science from an accredited institution, OR:
Bachelor’s or higher in one of the chemical or biological sciences from an accredited institution + 6 months of high-complexity molecular experience and/or training in a clinical laboratory (holding a CLIA Certificate of Compliance/Accreditation)
Bachelor’s or higher in medical technology or laboratory science, chemical science, or biological science from an accredited institution.
Minimum of 1 year of experience and/or training in a clinical laboratory (holding a CLIA Certificate of Compliance/Accreditation) meeting the definition of “high-complexity”.
Minimum of 3 years of pertinent molecular laboratory experience.

Preferred

Working Conditions
Job involves working in a laboratory handling human biological specimens. Employees work on assigned shifts which may include late evenings & weekends. Occasional flexibility and willingness to work more than assigned hours is expected.
Possible working shifts include:
Individuals are required to sit or stand for much of the workday and perform data entry into computer systems.