Molecular Technician Lead

Veracyte•San Diego, CA

11h•$34 - $39•Onsite

About The Position

At Veracyte, we offer exciting career opportunities for those interested in joining a pioneering team that is committed to transforming cancer care for patients across the globe. Working at Veracyte enables our employees to not only make a meaningful impact on the lives of patients, but to also learn and grow within a purpose driven environment. This is what we call the Veracyte way – it’s about how we work together, guided by our values, to give clinicians the insights they need to help patients make life-changing decisions. The Lead Molecular Technician’s primary responsibility is to assist with molecular laboratory processes associated with routine specimen processing and test performance under the supervision and control of licensed individuals and department leadership. This may include assisting with the processing and testing of clinical specimens, training personnel and performing competencies, supervising non-licensed personnel, leading the implementation of new processes and projects, maintaining lab organization and cleanliness, adhering to quality control and quality assurance procedures. The shift for this position is Tuesday-Saturday 5:00am - 1:30pm. The Lead Molecular Technician is knowledgeable of, and is a resource for others within the laboratory, the use of equipment/liquid handling automation, databases, and software applications used in the molecular lab workflow. The person in this position must be able to coordinate the integral daily tasks which consists of making sure that non-licensed personnel are performing their duties, maintaining flexibility with regards to work schedule including section assignment, daily work shifts, and days of the week as determined by business need, in order to meet the quality needed for excellent patient care.

Requirements

Associate’s, or higher, degree in one of the chemical, physical, biological sciences, or medical technology from an accredited institution required
3 or more years of relevant experience in a laboratory setting
Enthusiastic and demonstrated self-starter
Excellent verbal and written communication skills
The ability to navigate efficiently through, or have familiarity with, various laboratory information systems (LIS) and have proficiency in Microsoft Office products (Excel, Word, Access and PowerPoint)

Nice To Haves

Bachelor’s degree preferred

Responsibilities

Perform the functions of Molecular Technician II
Demonstrate skill and reliability in leadership situations, including the appropriate handling of training, personnel issues, conflict resolution, and delicate subject matters. Report personnel and laboratory processing issues to management and participate/ engage in conflict resolution
Train and perform competency assessment of non-licensed personnel
Lead the creation of training, and implementation of departmental standard operation procedures
Lead research and validation activities as a subject matter expert and work to translate improvements and new assays into the laboratory workflow
Enhance existing procedures and services with quality that exceeds expectation
Multi-task efficiently, maintain flexibility, and work as a team player to process samples according to multiple workflows and maintain established turnaround times
Capable of identifying specimen processing problems that may adversely affect the reporting of test results and immediately notify the supervisor
Under direct and constant supervision by a licensed individual, Assist with molecular genetic testing on clinical specimens
Assist in preventative maintenance, troubleshooting, and quality control activities in accordance with the laboratory’s policies and procedures
Preparation and storage of reagents
Able to follow instructions and strictly follow SOPs
Assist with maintaining inventory materials and laboratory supplies
Assist in research and validation activities
Complete other related administrative duties, including copying, filing, data entry, faxing, and quality control of spreadsheets
Take ownership and accountability of ensuring the highest quality of internal/external customer service
Understand and perform laboratory activities to all applicable regulatory and compliance requirements
Perform all duties according to guidelines outlined within the quality systems
Compliant with company policies, procedures, safety requirements and regulations
Perform any other site/lab specific duties as assigned