Clinical Laboratory Scientist - PM Shift (Contract)

DELFI Diagnostics, Inc. • Palo Alto, CA

3d • $64 - $75

About The Position

DELFI Diagnostics is developing blood-based cancer detection tests using machine-learning analysis of whole-genome sequencing data and cfDNA fragment patterns. The company’s first laboratory-developed screening test, FirstLook Lung, is intended for individuals eligible for lung cancer screening and has not been cleared or approved by the FDA.

In this contract role, the Clinical Laboratory Scientist performs high-complexity laboratory testing for cancer detection using next-generation sequencing. The scientist works closely with automation, assay development, and technology transfer scientists to build scalable infrastructure in the Clinical Laboratory and contributes to a cross-functional team launching products for clinical use. The schedule is the PM shift, 4:00 PM–12:00 AM, consistently for the duration of the contract. DELFI has one to two designated in-office working days each week for employees who live within 50 miles of its Palo Alto, California, or Baltimore, Maryland, offices.

Requirements

• Hold an active, valid California Clinical Laboratory Scientist (CLS) or Clinical Genetic Molecular Biologist Scientist (CGMBS) license, or an applicable license to practice medicine, osteopathy, or podiatry under the specified California Business and Professions Code provisions, appropriate to the specialty performed.
• Fulfill the requirements stated in 42 CFR 493.1489 or 493.1491.
• Fulfill the requirements stated in the College of American Pathologists Molecular Pathology Checklist.
• Bachelor of Science in Biomedical Laboratory Sciences, Clinical Science, or equivalent.
• Ability to communicate complex technical results to a cross-functional audience.
• At least 2 years of clinical laboratory experience or equivalent high-complexity, high-volume laboratory experience.
• Laboratory experience within the last year.
• Experience with next-generation sequencing, molecular biology techniques, and automated liquid handlers.
• Availability to work the PM shift (4:00 PM–12:00 AM) consistently for the duration of the contract.
• Working knowledge of local, state, and federal laboratory regulations.

Nice To Haves

• Desire to learn about cancer genetics and contribute to a diverse, collaborative, and mutually respectful working environment.

Responsibilities

• Perform laboratory tests, procedures, analyses, and reporting of patient results according to approved procedures.
• Identify and troubleshoot high-complexity problems that may adversely affect test performance.
• Perform and document reagent manufacturing and qualification according to approved procedures.
• Verify instrument performance through inspection, calibration, and maintenance according to approved procedures.
• Organize and conduct training for new and existing laboratory personnel on current and new procedures.
• Manage laboratory equipment, including coordinating installation, qualification, calibration, preventive maintenance, troubleshooting, and repair to ensure equipment performance, reliability, and compliance with approved procedures.

What This Job Offers

• Career Level: Mid Level