Clinical Lab Scientist I: Molecular & QC Expert

CareDx, Inc.; Brisbane (CA); On-site; USD 55,000 - 60,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health and welfare benefits

401(k) savings plan match

Employee Stock Purchase Plan

Pre-tax commuter benefits

Job summary

CareDx, Inc. is hiring a Clinical Laboratory Scientist (CLS) for our on-site Brisbane, CA laboratory. The CLS will perform high-complexity testing in a CLIA-certified setting, participate in QC/QA activities, and support instrument maintenance and documentation.

The role requires a California CLS license, a BS/BA in biology-related sciences, and 1–6 years of experience. Shifts are Tue–Sat 12:30 pm–8:30 pm, with opportunities for growth and collaboration across teams.

Qualifications

• Must hold California CLS license.
• Education: BS/BA in biology-related science.
• Experience: 1–6 years in high-complexity testing in a clinical lab.
• Proficiency with Microsoft Office suite.

Responsibilities

• Handle and process patient samples, analyze results, prepare reports, and maintain records.
• Accession samples into LIMS to facilitate throughput when required.
• Ensure compliance with QC policies and document calibrations and maintenance.
• Maintain PHI confidentiality and follow regulatory requirements.
• Identify and troubleshoot issues affecting test performance and escalate as needed.
• Contribute to SOPs and participate in proficiency testing activities.

Skills

CLS license

PCR techniques

Data analysis

Interpersonal skills

Education

BS/BA in biology-related science

Tools

LIMS

PCR

Real-time PCR

Microsoft Office

Job description

CareDx, Inc. is hiring a Clinical Laboratory Scientist (CLS) for our on-site Brisbane, CA laboratory. The CLS will perform high-complexity testing in a CLIA-certified setting, participate in QC/QA activities, and support instrument maintenance and documentation.

The role requires a California CLS license, a BS/BA in biology-related sciences, and 1–6 years of experience. Shifts are Tue–Sat 12:30 pm–8:30 pm, with opportunities for growth and collaboration across teams.