TargetDx Laboratory

San Jose, CA

Position Summary

We are seeking a Laboratory Assistant to join our dynamic team. The candidate will provide support to our CLIA lab under the direct and constant supervision of a Laboratory Supervisor or Clinical Laboratory Scientist. The preferred candidate will participate in the daily activities of the laboratory to maximize turnaround time, equipment, and material utilization while adhering to quality standards. The candidate may also process samples depending on qualifications. The candidate must be meticulous and able to troubleshoot issues.

Lung Cancer Proteomics is a growing biotechnology company with a mission of developing sensitive and specific blood tests to detect high mortality cancers early, thereby increasing the survival rate and improving the quality of life for cancer patients. We are also at the forefront of COVID testing as there is a need for more testing capacity.

Primary Responsibility

• Follow laboratory procedures for specimen receipt, handling, processing, and storage.
• Organize and maintain specimen inventory using lab LIS.
• Assists the CLS in laboratory bench supply set up, reagent retrieval and preparation, vortexing, and centrifuging, as well as sample preparation processes.
• Organize and maintain inventory of reagents, samples, consumables, and equipment.
• Performs preventive maintenance of laboratory equipment.
• Assists in the performance of quality control procedures.
• Record test results, maintains quality control records for equipment (i.e. temperature log).
• Follows all safety procedures and policies.
• Monitors and reports malfunctions to laboratory management.
• Performs other duties as assigned by laboratory management.

Education and Experience

• Associate or bachelor’s degree in a biological science.
• 1-year lab related experience. 2-year accessioning experience preferred.
• Experience in a high complexity CLIA laboratory preferred.

Skills

• Proficiency in using a computer and computer applications
• Strong attention to detail, accuracy, and commitment to quality
• Proven ability to follow instructions and standard operating procedures
• Excellent verbal and written communication skills
• Problem solving capabilities and demonstrated basic math skills
• Understanding of Universal Precautions and HIPAA regulations

Job Type

• Full-time
• Shifts: 8 hour shifts-Days between 7am-7pm, Monday-Friday and rotating Saturdays.
• Salary Range: $26-$31, based on experience

Equal Opportunity Employer

Lung Cancer Proteomics is proud to be an Equal Opportunity Employer. We are committed to ensuring a diverse and inclusive workplace environment, and welcome people of different backgrounds, experiences, abilities, and perspectives. All qualified applicants are encouraged to apply, and will be considered without regard to race, color, religion, gender, gender identity or expression, sexual orientation, national origin, genetics, age, veteran status, disability, or any other legally protected status.

Job Type: Full-time

Pay: $26.00 - $31.00 per hour

Benefits:

• 401(k)
• Dental insurance
• Employee assistance program
• Health insurance
• Health savings account
• Paid time off
• Vision insurance

Schedule:

• 8 hour shift
• Day shift
• Weekend availability

COVID-19 considerations:
All employees and customers are required to wear masks onsite and follow company safety guidelines; lab is built following BSL3 guidelines.

Application Question(s):

• Can you work rotating Saturdays?

Education:

• Associate (Required)

Experience:

• Laboratory: 1 year (Preferred)

Work Location: One location