Clinical Laboratory Technician I

Helix • San Diego, CA

12h • $29 - $36

About The Position

Helix is transforming healthcare by integrating genomic data into clinical practice with health system and life science partners. Its clinical laboratory processes genomic samples at high throughput to support diagnostic and screening tests. The Clinical Laboratory Technician I executes production workflows for Whole Exome, Whole Genome, and Proteomics assays in a CLIA-certified, CAP-accredited environment. This role works under direct supervision and offers an opportunity to build foundational skills in precision medicine.

Requirements

• Bachelor’s degree in Chemical, Physical, Biological, or Clinical Laboratory Science, or Medical Technology.
• Hands-on laboratory experience through industry work, an internship, or coursework.
• Working knowledge of molecular biology concepts and common laboratory techniques.
• High attention to detail in a regulated environment.
• Clear communication skills, including the ability to surface issues with enough context for leadership to act.
• Adaptability and willingness to learn and work with new technologies, including AI tools and automated platforms.
• Availability to work Tuesday through Saturday on either first shift (7:00 a.m.–3:30 p.m.) or second shift (2:00 p.m.–10:30 p.m.), with flexibility for overtime as business needs require.

Nice To Haves

• Familiarity with high-throughput or automated laboratory workflows.
• Prior experience in a CLIA-, CAP-, or otherwise regulated laboratory setting.

Responsibilities

• Execute pre-analytical and analytical workflows according to established SOPs, from sample handling through assay completion.
• Maintain accurate and complete documentation in required systems and logs.
• Recognize and escalate deviations, including instrument flags and specimen discrepancies outside the role’s scope, with sufficient detail for resolution.
• Support quality-control activities and help uphold CLIA and CAP standards.
• Coordinate shift handoffs and daily throughput with the team, contributing to quality, turnaround time, and production KPIs.
• Share observations about workflow patterns with the lead to support process improvements.

Benefits

• Comprehensive health insurance with eligibility from date of hire and above-average employer-paid premium coverage.
• 12 weeks of Helix paid parental leave.
• 401(k) with employer matching of up to 3% and 100% vesting on the date of hire.
• Comprehensive well-being benefits.
• Four weeks of paid time off per year.
• Discretionary annual bonus of 5% of annual salary.
• Equity.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Entry Level