Clinical Laboratory Scientist

Licensed Clinical Laboratory ScientistWe are seeking a highly motivated and skilled licensed CLS to join our team. The ideal candidate will have experience in running Next Generation Sequencing (NGS) and knowledge of molecular biology techniques.Essential Responsibilities:Ensure that the equipment is calibrated, maintained, and operated according to the manufacturer's guidelines and standard operating procedures.Adheres to the CAP, CLIA and NYS regulations.Run protocols for sample collection, processing, storage, and tracking in LIMs to ensure the integrity and traceability of the samples throughout the NGS workflow.Run clinical and R&D samples for NGS and molecular biology techniques, including microdissection, FFPE nucleic acid extraction, NGS library preparation, sequencing, data analysis, and quality control measures with appropriate NGS controls.Perform and train other CLS's on established NGS and molecular biology procedures, including macrodissection, FFPE nucleic acid extraction, NGS library preparation, sequencing, and data analysis, including quality control measures.Perform validation testing to ensure with selected reagents and controls to ensure the assay meets the required performance specifications.Perform validation studies to assess the performance characteristics of the NGS assay, including sensitivity, specificity, accuracy, precision, and reproducibility.Analyze and interpret data using appropriate statistical methods and software, including sensitivity, specificity, accuracy, precision and reproducibility.Maintain accurate records and documentation of experiments and results.Requirements:Minimum 4 years as a certified or licensed clinical laboratory scientistCalifornia Clinical Laboratory Scientist (Highly Preferred: California Clinical Genetic Molecular Biologist Scientist license - CGMBS.)Must be well-organized, open-minded, decisive, and flexible. They must be able to communicate well with others, and work as a team. Good writing skills and extensive computer experience are necessaryExperience with Macrodissection, RNA extraction and downstream analysisStrong experience in development of targeted library, conducting sequencing NGS library preparation, sequencing, and data analysisExperience in project management and organizationExcellent record-keeping and documentation skillsStrong communication skills and ability to work in a team-oriented environmentValidation and SOP writing experience a plusMust have superior work ethic, driven and be results orientedComfortable in a fast-paced environmentExcellent oral and written communication skillsPreferred Bachelor's or Master's degree in Molecular Biology, Biochemistry, or related fieldAnatomic or Clinical Pathology experiencePrior experience with NextGen sequencing instruments.Minimum of 4 years of molecular and histology experience within an anatomic pathology laboratory or clinical laboratory.