Clinical Lab Scientist Supervisor, Lab Operations, 2nd & 3rd Shift

Personalis; Fremont (CA); On-site; USD 99,000 - 113,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Shift premium

Annual bonus

Equity

Medical benefits

401(k) match

Job summary

Personalis is seeking a CLS Supervisor to oversee clinical laboratory testing, reporting, and QA processes in a fast-paced environment. The role includes supervision of team members, ensuring proper specimen handling, NGS workflows, and accurate patient record maintenance.

You will gain hands-on experience across benches, coordinate pre- and post-analytical tasks with lab assistants, and contribute to continuous improvement initiatives in a dynamic setting at our Fremont facility.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in sciences or related field.
• Valid California CLS or CGMBS license.
• At least four years CLS experience in a clinical laboratory; minimum 1 year in a lead role.
• Experience with manual DNA/RNA extractions and library preparation preferred.

Responsibilities

• Perform and report clinical laboratory testing on patient samples to aid physicians diagnose and treat patients, including extractions, library preparation, enrichments, and sequencing.
• Handle and process patient specimens per procedures with accurate record-keeping and reporting.
• Select, implement, and evaluate quality control materials for statistical process control of assays.
• Troubleshoot assays and equipment when QC materials fail to perform as expected.
• Document corrective actions when test systems deviate from specs.
• Assist in audits by regulatory bodies like CAP and external customers.
• Participate in licensure-related quality management and inspections.
• Train CLS and lab personnel; monitor activities of non-licensed staff.
• Provide guidance on troubleshooting and deviation investigations.
• Assist in assay development activities.

Skills

Leadership

Laboratory testing

Quality control

Training others

Analytical thinking

Education

Bachelor's degree in sciences

Tools

Manual DNA/RNA extractions

Manual library preparation

Automated liquid handlers

Job description

At Personalis, we are transforming the active management of cancer through breakthrough personalized testing. We aim to drive a new paradigm for cancer management, guiding care from biopsy through the life of the patient. Our highly sensitive assays combine tumor-and-normal profiling with proprietary algorithms to deliver advanced insights even as cancer evolves over time. Our products are designed to detect minimal residual disease (MRD) and recurrence at the earliest timepoints, enable selection of targeted therapies based on ultra-comprehensive genomic profiling, and enhance biomarker strategy for drug development. Personalis is based in Fremont, California.

Shift(s) Available

• Sunday - Thursday: 10pm - 6:30am (3rd Shift)
• Tuesday - Saturday: 10pm - 6:30am (3rd Shift)
• Tuesday - Saturday: 2pm - 10:30pm (PM Shift)

Training hours may be different from your shift schedule.The PM and 3rd shift would be eligible for an additional shift premium.

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 analyzes, 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 is an equal opportunity employer and is committed to the full inclusion of all individuals. As part of this commitment, Personalis will ensure that persons with disabilities are provided with reasonable accommodations. If you need an accommodation to participate in the job application or interview process, to perform essential job functions, and/or to receive other benefits and privileges of employment, please let your recruiter know, if/when they contact you.

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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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