Clinical Lab Scientist - Molecular/NGS $5000 Sign on Bonus

***$5000 sign on bonus offered for external hires***

Sequenom is focused on women's healthcare tests and non-invasive prenatal testing (NIPT). We are seeking a Clinical Laboratory Scientist to join its molecular clinical laboratory in San Diego! The Clinical Laboratory Scientist is responsible for the production of medical diagnostic testing in a clinical laboratory. The CLS will ensure that complex molecular diagnostic assays and systems are performed under appropriate compliance and regulatory requirements. The successful candidate will also independently perform clinical lab testing and other scientific examinations and record appropriate test documentations and evaluate test results.

Sequenom is expanding and has the following schedules available:

Sunday-Thursday, 7:00 a.m. ? 3:30 p.m.

Tuesday - Saturday, 7:00 a.m. ? 3:30 p.m.

Sunday - Thursday, 11pm-7:30 a.m.

Location: 3595 John Hopkins Court, San Diego, CA 92121

Responsibilities:

* Determine the acceptability of specimens for testing according to established criteria
* Calculate results using testing data with both manual and computerized procedures
* Utilize a wide array of instrumentation, including Hamilton, Zephyr, and next generation sequencers Illumina HiSEQ, performing quality control, troubleshooting, and calibrations, in accordance with applicable policies and procedures
* Accurately enter results of testing. Review reports to ensure accurate test result reporting
* Identify and respond to critical values or unusual or unexpected results and maintain proper documentation
* Perform preventative maintenance and calibration of laboratory equipment
* Evaluate instrument performance check results. Perform linearity, accuracy and precision checks as required
* Perform Quality Control and calibrations as required
* Recognize problems and initiate troubleshooting steps to evaluate testing failures and other problems
* Monitor and maintain a consistent supply of reagents and consumables
* Prepare, test and evaluate new reagents or controls
* Provide technical guidance to laboratory assistants and associates and other Clinical Laboratory Scientists. Assist training new employees
* Review and edit technical instructions and standard operating procedures

Requirements:

* CA CLS license required
* Specialist in Molecular (CGMBS) license highly desired
* B.S./B.A in Biology, Chemistry or similar scientific discipline required
* Previous molecular diagnostics experience including DNA isolation, PCR, RT-PCR,Real-Time PCR, capillary electrophoresis and DNA sequencing highly desired
* Demonstrated proficiency in computer skills and experience with a laboratory information system
* Experience with accreditation inspections and writing and editing laboratory Standard Operated Procedures (SOP) highly desirable