Clinical Laboratory Scientist

Valid8 Financial, Inc.; Tustin (CA); On-site; USD 90,000 - 130,000; Full time

Job summary

Pangea Laboratory in Tustin, CA is seeking a Clinical Laboratory Scientist (CLS) to join our high-complexity molecular diagnostics team, focusing on NGS-based testing and assay validation. This full-time onsite role offers a Monday–Friday schedule, with responsibilities across molecular testing, instrument maintenance, data documentation, and adherence to CLIA/CAP quality standards.

You will contribute to assay development, evaluate new technologies, and support research efforts that drive

Qualifications

• Experience with high-complexity molecular assays, including NGS-based testing.
• Strong documentation and data management skills.
• Ability to operate and troubleshoot laboratory instruments.
• Commitment to CLIA/CAP quality standards.

Responsibilities

• Perform, analyze, and validate high-complexity molecular diagnostic assays, including NGS-based testing.
• Operate, maintain, and troubleshoot laboratory instruments and testing platforms.
• Accurately document testing procedures, results, and observations according to established protocols.
• Ensure specimen integrity, test accuracy, and adherence to laboratory quality standards.
• Participate in routine laboratory operations to support efficient workflow and turnaround times.
• Support assay development and evaluation of new technologies and workflows.

Skills

Molecular diagnostics

NGS testing

Quality control

Documentation

Troubleshooting instruments

Job description

Pangea Laboratory is seeking a highly motivated and detail-oriented Clinical Laboratory Scientist (CLS) to join our growing team. This role offers the opportunity to work in a high-complexity molecular diagnostics environment with a strong focus on Next Generation Sequencing (NGS), assay validation, quality excellence, and scientific innovation.

This is a full-time onsite role based at our Tustin, CA facility. This role offers a consistent schedule from Monday through Friday, 10:30 AM to 7:00 PM with no weekends or rotating shifts.

If you are passionate about precision diagnostics, thrive in a collaborative environment, and want your work to directly impact patient care, we would love to hear from you!

Essential Duties and Responsibilities

Molecular Testing & Laboratory Operations

• Perform, analyze, and validate high-complexity molecular diagnostic assays, including NGS-based testing.
• Operate, maintain, and troubleshoot laboratory instruments and testing platforms.
• Accurately document testing procedures, results, and observations according to established protocols.
• Ensure specimen integrity, test accuracy, and adherence to laboratory quality standards.
• Participate in routine laboratory operations to support efficient workflow and turnaround times.

Quality and Compliance

• Maintain compliance with CLIA, CAP, and applicable regulatory standards.
• Participate in proficiency testing, quality control, and corrective action processes.
• Follow established SOPs and contribute to continuous improvement efforts.

Assay Development & Scientific Support

• Support validation and verification studies for new and existing assays.
• Assist in evaluating new technologies and workflows.
• Contribute to research and development projects supporting innovative diagnostic solutions.