Clinical Genetic Molecular Scientist - NGS & Lab Ops

AccuraGen; Milpitas (CA); On-site; USD 90,000 - 140,000; Full time

Job summary

AccuScan Sciences in California seeks a California-licensed Clinical Genetic Molecular Biologist Scientist (CGMBS) to support high-complexity molecular diagnostic testing in a CLIA-certified lab. This role emphasizes NGS workflows, assay development, and regulated clinical operations.

You will lead high-throughput molecular testing, lab build-out, and process improvements to scale testing while ensuring compliance with CLIA, CAP, and state regulations.

Qualifications

• Active California CGMBS license.
• Bachelor's degree in Biochemistry, Molecular Biology, or related field.
• 2+ years in molecular diagnostics or high-complexity CLIA laboratories.
• Experience establishing or scaling NGS-based clinical testing.
• Hands-on experience with DNA extraction, sample preparation, and high-throughput NGS platforms.
• Deep understanding of CLIA/CAP regulatory standards.
• Proven ability to implement process improvements and optimize laboratory operations.

Responsibilities

• Perform and oversee high-complexity molecular testing including DNA extraction, sample preparation, and NGS workflows.
• Review and verify test results according to laboratory SOPs and regulatory requirements.
• Ensure compliance with CLIA, CAP, and California Department of Public Health regulations.
• Support scaling and optimization of high-throughput NGS laboratory workflows.
• Contribute to laboratory build-out, workflow standardization, and documentation systems.
• Lead assay improvements and platform transitions when required.
• Implement process improvements to increase throughput, data quality, and operational efficiency.
• Maintain inspection readiness and support CLIA/CAP audits.
• Oversee QC monitoring, deviation tracking, and corrective actions.
• Participate in validation and verification of new assays and instrumentation.
• Ensure rigorous data integrity and standardized documentation practices.

Skills

CGMBS License

DNA extraction

NGS workflows

Regulatory compliance

Process improvement

Laboratory operations

CLIA/CAP experience

Education

Bachelor's degree in Biochemistry or Molecular Biology

Job description

AccuScan Sciences in California seeks a California-licensed Clinical Genetic Molecular Biologist Scientist (CGMBS) to support high-complexity molecular diagnostic testing in a CLIA-certified lab. This role emphasizes NGS workflows, assay development, and regulated clinical operations.

You will lead high-throughput molecular testing, lab build-out, and process improvements to scale testing while ensuring compliance with CLIA, CAP, and state regulations.