Personalis

Supervisor, Lab Operations (AM Shift, Tues - Sat)

Personalis$150K — $170K *
Healthcare
Less than 5 years of experience
Job Overview by Ladders

Qualifications

  • Bachelor's degree in sciences or related discipline
  • Valid California CLS or CGMBS license
  • Minimum 4 years of CLS experience in a clinical lab
  • At least 1 year of lead role experience
  • Preferred: manual DNA/RNA extraction and library preparation skills

Responsibilities

  • Perform clinical laboratory testing on patient samples
  • Ensure accurate handling and processing of specimens
  • Select and evaluate quality control materials
  • Troubleshoot and document assay issues
  • Assist in regulatory audits and quality management activities
  • Train CLS and lab personnel
  • Monitor and provide guidance to non-licensed staff

Benefits

  • Medical, dental, and vision insurance
  • 401(k) match
  • Employee stock purchase program (ESPP)
  • Tuition reimbursement
  • Sick and vacation time
  • Commuter benefits and EV charging stations
  • Onsite gym and wellness benefits
Full Job Description
Shift Details:
  • Tuesday - Saturday (6am - 2:30pm)

Training hours may be different from your shift schedule.

Summary:

A CLS Supervisor performs and reports on clinical laboratory testing that aids physicians in diagnosing and treating patients. A key part of the role is supervising team members and ensuring that all laboratory procedures are followed for specimen handling, next-generation sequencing (NGS) processes, test analyses, and the accurate maintenance of patient records.

In our lab, we foster a positive, friendly, and team-based environment. We all pitch in to achieve our common goals and support each other. You'll work in a dynamic atmosphere, gaining hands-on experience at multiple benches, including extractions, library preparation, and sequencing. You'll also partner with our lab assistants to coordinate pre-analytical and post-analytical tasks.

Responsibilities:
  • Perform and report clinical laboratory testing on patient samples to aid physicians diagnose and treat patients. This includes the following areas:
    • Extractions
    • Library Preparation
    • Enrichments
    • Sequencing
  • Handle and process all patient specimens according to laboratory procedures, ensuring accurate and timely record-keeping and reporting of results.
  • Select, implement, and evaluate quality control materials for statistical process control of laboratory assays.
  • Troubleshoot assays and equipment when quality control materials fail to perform as expected.
  • Document all corrective actions taken when test systems deviate from established performance specifications.
  • Assist in audits by regulatory bodies like CAP and external customers.
  • Participate in activities that support the laboratory's necessary licensure, including quality management and on-site inspections.
  • Identify and correct problems that may negatively affect test performance or result reporting. If a problem cannot be immediately corrected, notify a supervisor, clinical consultant, or director.
  • Train other CLS and lab personnel on laboratory methods.
  • Monitor the activities of non-licensed staff.
  • Provide guidance to team members on troubleshooting and deviation investigations.
  • Assist in assay development activities.
  • Demonstrate strong analytical skills and independent critical thinking.
  • Apply technical and functional knowledge to help the team meet its goals.
  • Work independently to identify and resolve complex, open-ended problems.

Requirements:
  • Education: Bachelor's degree, preferably in sciences or related discipline.
  • Licensure: Valid California Clinical Laboratory Scientist (CLS) or Clinical Genetic Molecular Biologist Scientist (CGMBS) license.
  • Experience: At least four years of CLS experience in a clinical laboratory environment. Minimum 1 year experience in a Lead role is required.
  • Preferred Skills: Experience with manual DNA/RNA extractions, manual library preparation, and automated liquid handlers.

The hiring range for this position is $72.10 to $81.70 per hour plus applicable shift differential. The offer will take into account internal equity and also may vary depending on the candidate's geographic region, job-related knowledge, skills, and experience among other factors. Our full-time regular positions also include an annual performance-based bonus (or a sales incentive plan) and long-term incentive units (equity) provided as part of our compensation package, in addition to a full range of medical, financial, and/or other benefits, dependent on the level and position offered.

Personalis offers a competitive compensation package and benefits including medical, dental, vision, 401(k) match, ESPP, tuition reimbursement, sick/vacation time, commuter benefits/ EV charging stations, onsite gym, and wellness benefits. (For US only, benefits in other countries may vary.)

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About Personalis

Personalis is a biotechnology company that specializes in genomic sequencing and analysis. The company provides services to pharmaceutical and biotech companies, as well as research institutions. Personalis was founded in 2011 and is headquartered in Menlo Park, California.
Learn more about Personalis
Size
325 employees
Market Cap
$80.6 million
Industry
Net Income
-$41.2 million
Founded
2011
Revenue
$78.6 million
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