Clinical Genetic Molecular Biological Scientist Trainee

divh2Clinical Genetic Molecular Biological Scientist Trainee/h2pBrisbane, CA/ppCareDx, Inc. is a leading precision medicine solutions company focused on the discovery, development, and commercialization of clinically differentiated, high-value healthcare solutions for transplant patients and caregivers. CareDx offers products, testing services, and digital healthcare solutions along the pre- and post-transplant patient journey, and is the leading provider of genomics-based information for transplant patients./ppThe Clinical Genetic Molecular Biological Scientist Trainee (CGMBS Intern) performs a variety of laboratory and administrative tasks to obtain practical training hours in the CLIA-certified clinical laboratory here at CareDx. A CGMBS Intern performs laboratory duties under the supervision of a licensed CLS or the Clinical Laboratory Manager (CLM) and/or designee, who provides specific instruction and training regarding molecular techniques and bench tasks that are to be completed. This position serves as the practicum for the didactic portion of the CGMBS program through San Jose State University. As a training affiliate, this position prepares CGMBS Interns for completion of their program and qualifies them for the ASCP examination./ph3Responsibilities:/h3ulliPerform patient specimen processing under the supervision of a licensed CLS./liliPerform routine laboratory maintenance tasks and setting up consumables in preparation of laboratory testing./liliAssist the CLS in laboratory testing and train under them in molecular techniques./liliReceive and accession samples into the laboratory information management system (LIMS) to facilitate sample throughput./liliPerform instrument calibrations and maintenance./liliPerform data entry and maintain spreadsheets/liliParticipate in materials management activities including tasks like ordering, receiving, unpacking, documenting, and labeling consumables and reagents, and stocking work areas./liliParticipate in quality control and quality assurance activities./liliPerform testing for special research and development studies and train to assist on commercial test offerings that apply to the topics listed in the internship training requirements./liliComply with CareDx quality control policies and document QC activities/liliMaintain confidentiality of personal health information (PHI)./liliIdentify problems that may affect assigned duties, and following established protocols, correct problems or escalate to Clinical Laboratory Scientist, Clinical Laboratory Manager, or lab Director./liliDocument corrective actions taken when test systems deviate from established performance specifications./liliPerform additional administrative duties and projects assigned by the Clinical Laboratory Manager./liliComply with all local, state, and federal laws and regulations governing clinical laboratory operations./li/ulh3Qualifications:/h3ulliBachelors Degree in a biology-related science is preferred/liliAcceptance into San Jose State Universitys CGMBS Program of which we are a training affiliate./liliProficiency in Microsoft Office suite of programs (Outlook, Word, Excel, PowerPoint, etc.)/liliStrong interpersonal skills/liliStrong attention to details/liliAbility to build and maintain effective working relationships with CareDx employees at all levels/liliValidate and current California Clinical Laboratory Scientist (CLS) Trainee license./liliAptitude for performance of molecular testing techniques (PCR, real-time PCR, etc.)/liliPrevious laboratory experience preferred/liliAbility to communicate effectively in English, verbally and in writing, within the work group/li/ulpEvery individual at CareDx has a direct impact on our collective mission to improve the lives of organ transplant patients worldwide. We believe in taking great care of our people, so they take even greater care of our patients./ppOur competitive Total Rewards package for US Employees includes:/pulliCompetitive base salary and incentive compensation/liliHealth and welfare benefits, including a gym reimbursement program/lili401(k) savings plan match/liliEmployee Stock Purchase Plan/liliPre-tax commuter benefits/liliAnd more!/liliPlease refer to our page to view detailed benefits at addition, we have a Living Donor Employee Recovery Policy that allows up to 30 days of paid leave annually to a full-time employee who makes the selfless act of donating an organ or bone marrow./ppWith products that are making a difference in the lives of transplant patients today and a promising pipeline for the future, its an exciting time to be part of the CareDx team. Join us in partnering with transplant patients to transform our future together./ppCareDx, Inc. is an Equal Opportunity Employer-vets/disabled, and participates in the E-Verify program. By proceeding with our application and submitting your information, you acknowledge that you have read our U.S. Personnel Privacy Notice and consent to receive email communication from CareDx. Certain jurisdictions require notice of how we use and protect your personal information. For more information, please read our Privacy Policy/ppThe U.S. EEO posters are available here ./ppNote: We do not accept resumes from headhunters, placement agencies, or other suppliers that have not signed a formal agreement with us./ppThis is the anticipated base salary range for candidates who will work in Brisbane, California. The final salary offered to a successful candidate will be dependent on several factors that may include, but are not limited to, the type and length of experience within the job, the type and length of experience within the industry, education, etc. Base pay is one part of the Total Package that is provided to compensate and recognize employees for their work, and this role may be eligible for additional discretionary bonuses/incentives and restricted stock units. CareDx is a multi-state employer, and this salary range may not reflect positions that work in other states./ppSan Francisco Bay Area Roles:/pp$24.72 - $24.72 USD/p/div