Technical Operations Scientist - Oncology Molecular Diagnostics

NeoGenomics•Aliso Viejo, CA

4d•Onsite

About The Position

NeoGenomics is looking for a Technical Operations Scientist (MB ASCP) who wants to continue to learn in order to allow our company to grow. The Technical Operations Scientist works under general direction and is responsible for conducting scientific and technical development processes leading to the successful completion of company projects including the development of streamlined diagnostic protocols, new methods and automated technology. The Technical Operations Scientist may also serve as the Project Manager and/or Supervisor for assigned projects; where you will supervise project deliverables, manage the sample and data collection process, data monitoring, and all associated project manager tasks.

Requirements

Bachelor’s Degree in a scientific discipline required.
Six or more years of equivalent experience (high complexity testing) preferred
Familiarity with CAP/CLIA and FDA (GCP or GLP as appropriate) requirements and knowledgeable with the specialty requirements within those organizations
Deep understanding of laboratory and/or analytical techniques
ASCP certification for the assigned specialty, as available
Current state license to perform laboratory testing

Nice To Haves

Master’s preferred.

Responsibilities

Provides technical guidance, mentors and directs laboratory technologists and associates in performing molecular techniques
Represents the department in a diverse range of settings, including other groups, clients, audits, vendors, conferences
Leads technical development projects and executes validation plans
Trains all levels of staff on new procedures or protocols implemented in the laboratory
Expedites workflows to maximize capacity by evaluating systems and recommending enhancements; as a team player offers feedback to achieve resolution of production problems/issues involving other departments
Works closely with management in the monitoring and correction of trends and problems in equipment operation, reagent usage and test procedures performance
Serves as a technical resource for the department by investigating and resolving analytical testing problems, recommending a course of action in instances identified as beyond acceptable limits, and responding to non-routine/complex inquires and/or requests from clients and sales representatives
Drives all aspects of the project management process from initiation, planning, execution, control and closure
Responsible for building and maintaining project timelines for each project, and uses these timelines to track and handle a project’s progress
Responsible for periodic (weekly, or as needed) product development team meetings
Reviews study metrics for performance and quality with the team and management
Works with external and internal teams to ensure that sample acquisition; data collection and distribution of samples to the teams support the R&D and Clinical activities and deliverables