Clinical Lab Scientist- Molecular Pathology- FT Day Shift

University of California, Irvine; Orange (CA); On-site; USD 85,000 - 110,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical insurance

Sick and vacation time

Retirement savings plans

Discounts and perks

Job summary

University of California, Irvine seeks a Clinical Laboratory Scientist to perform a full spectrum of molecular laboratory tests, from specimen handling to data interpretation and reporting. The role requires proficiency with DNA extraction, PCR, sequencing, and related analyses, plus a California license and strong communication skills.

You will work in a fast-paced clinical setting, troubleshoot assays, and ensure accurate results while collaborating with other health-system professionals.

Qualifications

• DNA extraction, PCR, and sequencing protocols used in molecular diagnostics.
• Ability to troubleshoot assays with minimal supervision.
• Proficiency in Word, Excel, and sequencing analysis software.
• Excellent written and verbal English communication.
• CA license as Clinical Laboratory Scientist.
• At least one year of clinical molecular laboratory experience.
• Professional interaction with all Health System staff.
• Ability to follow lab policies and manage workload.

Responsibilities

• Perform a wide range of laboratory tests by manual or automated methods.
• Procure specimens, analyze data, and report results for clinical use.
• Ensure accuracy and accountability of test results.

Skills

DNA extraction

PCR

capillary electrophoresis

Southern blot

Sanger sequencing

troubleshooting assays

sequencing analysis software

Education

Clinical Laboratory Scientist license (CA)

Tools

Microsoft Word

Excel

Sequencing analysis software

Job description

Who We Are

UCI Health is one of California's largest academic health systems and the clinical enterprise of the University of California, Irvine. Established on July 1, 1976, UCI Health has grown into a 1,461-bed health system that includes UCI Health - Orange, UCI Health - Irvine, four Community Network hospitals and a growing network of ambulatory care centers across Orange and Los Angeles counties. As Orange County’s only academic health systems, UCI Health is home to the only National Cancer Institute-designated comprehensive cancer center based in the county, the region’s only American College of Surgeons-verified Level I adult and Level II pediatric trauma center, American College of Emergency Physicians Gold Level 1 Geriatric Emergency Department and a nationally recognized regional burn center verified by the American Burn Association. Powered by UC Irvine, UCI Health serves 5.6 million people across Orange County, western Riverside County and southeast Los Angeles County through excellence in patient care, research and medical education.

Your Role on the Team

Position Summary: Performs a wide variety of laboratory tests by manual methods or use of various automated, mechanical or electronic devices. Performs the full range of duties from specimen procurement through data analysis and reporting, in order to provide data for use in the detection, diagnosis and treatment of disease in all areas of the lab. Is accountable for accurate results.

What It Takes to be Successful

Required Qualifications:

• Must possess the skill, knowledge and ability essential to the successful performance of assigned duties such as DNA extraction, pcr, capillary electrophoresis, Southern blot, Sanger Sequencing and other molecular biology protocols
• Must demonstrate ability to perform duties assigned with minimum supervision and ability to troubleshoot assays when problems arise
• Knowledge and ability to use computer and computer applications such as Microsoft Word, Excel and Sequencing analysis software
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills in English
• Clinical Laboratory Scientist with a current CA license
• At least one year of pertinent laboratory experience in a clinical molecular setting
• Ability to interact in a professional manner with all individuals across the Health System
• Ability to follow laboratory policies and procedures
• Ability to establish and maintain effective work practices appropriate to the workload assigned

Licenses and Certifications

• Clinical Laboratory Scientist

Total Rewards

We offer a wealth of benefits to make working at UCI even more rewarding. These benefits may include medical insurance, sick and vacation time, retirement savings plans, and access to a number of discounts and perks. Please utilize the links listed here to learn more about our compensation practices and benefits.

Conditions of Employment

The University of California, Irvine (UCI) seeks to provide a safe and healthy environment for the entire UCI community. As part of this commitment, all applicants who accept an offer of employment must comply with the following conditions of employment:

• Background Check and Live Scan
• Employment Misconduct*
• Legal Right to Work in the United States
• Vaccination Policies
• Smoking and Tobacco Policy
• Drug Free Environment

Misconduct Disclosure Requirement: As a condition of employment, the final candidate who accepts a conditional offer of employment will be required to disclose if they have been subject to any final administrative or judicial decisions within the last seven years determining that they committed any misconduct; received notice of any allegations or are currently the subject of any administrative or disciplinary proceedings involving misconduct; have left a position after receiving notice of allegations or while under investigation in an administrative or disciplinary proceeding involving misconduct; or have filed an appeal of a finding of misconduct with a previous employer.

The following additional conditions may apply, some of which are dependent upon business unit or job specific requirements.

• California Child Abuse and Neglect Reporting Act
• E-Verify
• Pre-Placement Health Evaluation

Details of each policy may be reviewed by visiting the following page: https://hr.uci.edu/new-hire/conditions-of-employment.php

Closing Statement

The University of California is an Equal Opportunity Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, age, protected veteran status, or other protected categories covered by the UC Anti-Discrimination Policy.

We are committed to attracting and retaining a diverse workforce along with honoring unique experiences, perspectives, and identities. Together, our community strives to create and maintain working and learning environments that are inclusive, equitable, and welcoming.

UCI provides reasonable accommodations for applicants with disabilities upon request. For more information, please contact UCI's Employee Experience Center (EEC) at [e-mail] or at [phone], Monday - Friday from 8:30 a.m. - 5:00 p.m.

Consideration for Work Authorization Sponsorship

Must be able to provide proof of work authorization