CGMBS Training Program 2027 (Internal Applicants Only)

Personalis•Fremont, CA

About The Position

The CGMBS Training Program is a 52-week program of documented didactic and practical laboratory training in a CLIA-licensed laboratory. It provides qualified employees with professional preparation to enter the field of clinical molecular genetics. Trainees are prepared to work independently and to interpret, implement, and troubleshoot established procedures. The trainee is a full-time employee classified as a trainee and receives applicable wages and benefits. The trainee reports directly to the program director or designee. Training covers laboratory recordkeeping and quality control, reagent preparation, equipment and chemical quality control, laboratory safety, molecular biology, nucleic acid extraction and detection, hybridization, DNA/RNA library preparation, amplification, genetic nomenclature, DNA sequencing, microarray techniques, and clinical tests including Sanger sequencing, next-generation sequencing, and PCR. The program also provides instruction in state clinical laboratory and CLIA regulations, and in legal, ethical, and professional responsibilities and communication skills. This opportunity is limited to internal applicants. Admission is based on application evaluation and departmental needs. Applicants must submit a request for admission to the program Education Coordinator. Selected applicants will be notified, and training will begin on an agreed-upon date through rolling admissions. Final admission is contingent on receiving a Clinical Genetic Molecular Biologist Scientist Trainee License.

Requirements

Must be an internal employee who has completed at least one year of continuous full-time employment (40 hours per week) with Personalis by October 2026, with an employment start date on or before October 2025.
Must not have received an overall rating below “Meets Expectations” on the most recent annual Performance Review, a written warning, or placement on a performance plan within the last 12 months.
Bachelor’s degree from a regionally accredited college or university with a major in biological science or chemistry, or a bachelor’s degree plus 30 semester hours (45 quarter hours) in biology and chemistry. Coursework may be completed within or in addition to the degree.
Must provide college transcripts documenting the conferred bachelor’s degree.
Must have a pending application to Laboratory Field Services for a Clinical Genetic Molecular Biologist Scientist Trainee License; final program acceptance depends on receiving the license.
Must qualify to sit for the ASCP MB certifying examination.
Must be a U.S. citizen or permanent resident of the U.S.
Must submit a personal statement explaining why a CGMBS license is an appropriate career step and how the applicant’s skills and personal qualities support candidacy.
Must provide names and email addresses for two recommenders: the current supervisor and one additional internal or external recommender, from whom letters of recommendation will be received.
Must complete and submit an admission request to the program Education Coordinator.

Responsibilities

Maintain proper laboratory records and follow quality-control requirements.
Prepare reagents using appropriate concentrations and pH.
Perform quality control of equipment, reagents, and chemicals.
Follow good laboratory safety practices.
Apply knowledge of molecular biology and genetic nomenclature.
Perform nucleic acid extraction, detection, hybridization, amplification, and DNA/RNA library preparation techniques.
Perform DNA sequencing and microarray techniques.
Perform clinical laboratory techniques, including Sanger sequencing, next-generation sequencing, and PCR.
Interpret, implement, and troubleshoot established procedures.
Learn applicable state clinical laboratory laws and regulations and CLIA regulations.
Develop legal, ethical, and professional judgment and good communication skills.