Clinical Laboratory Technologist

BioPhase; Seattle (WA); On-site; USD 41,000 - 61,000; Full time

Job summary

BioPhase in Seattle is seeking a multi-level laboratory technician to drive clinical genomics workflows, including DNA extraction, PCR, and library prep on automated platforms. You will contribute to CLIA/CAP-regulated testing, maintaining strict documentation and safety practices.

The role offers progression from Level I to Level III with increasing independence, training responsibilities, and leadership in automation. A relevant science degree and hands-on molecular experience are required.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree or higher in medical technology or laboratory science.
• Bachelor's degree or higher in chemical or biological science plus at least 6 months of high-complexity molecular experience in a CLIA-certified laboratory.
• Bachelor's degree or higher in a relevant science or laboratory science field.
• Minimum 1 year of clinical lab experience in a high-complexity CLIA setting (or 2 years with a Master's degree or higher).
• Minimum 3 years of hands-on molecular laboratory experience (or 2 years with a Master's or higher).
• Bachelor's degree or higher in a relevant science or laboratory science field.
• Minimum 3 years of clinical lab experience in a high-complexity CLIA setting (or 2 years with a Master's degree or higher).
• Minimum 5 years of molecular laboratory experience (or 3 years with a Master's or higher).
• Demonstrated proficiency in laboratory automation and best practices.

Responsibilities

• Execute DNA extraction, PCR, and high-throughput sequencing protocols within a compliant QMS.
• Operate liquid-handling robotics and next-generation sequencers; perform routine maintenance and troubleshooting.
• Complete assigned runs — clinical specimens, reagent QC batches, validation studies, and special projects — accurately and on schedule.
• Log non-conformances, enter run data into the LIMS, and maintain documentation to Good Documentation Practice standards.
• Uphold GxP, GMP, GCP, and GLP requirements; fulfill high-complexity testing personnel obligations under 42 CFR 493.1495.
• Maintain continuing education credits required by applicable regulatory bodies.
• Handle human biological specimens and biohazardous materials according to established safety protocols.

Skills

DNA extraction

PCR amplification

Library preparation

High-throughput sequencing

Regulatory compliance

Documentation practices

Laboratory automation

Education

Bachelor's degree in medical technology or laboratory science

Bachelor's degree in chemical or biological science

Tools

Liquid-handling robotics

Next-generation sequencers

LIMS

QMS

Job description

Comp: $30 - $44/hr

About the role

Join a high-volume clinical genomics team processing patient and research specimens through next-generation sequencing workflows. You'll run DNA extraction, PCR amplification, and library prep on liquid-handling automation platforms, with results flowing directly to oncologists, clinicians, and research partners. Our laboratories operate under CLIA, CAP, NYS, and FDA frameworks — regulatory precision is built into everything we do.

Day-to-day responsibilities

• Execute DNA extraction, PCR, and high-throughput sequencing protocols within a compliant QMS
• Operate liquid-handling robotics and next-generation sequencers; perform routine maintenance and troubleshooting
• Complete assigned runs — clinical specimens, reagent QC batches, validation studies, and special projects — accurately and on schedule
• Log non-conformances, enter run data into the LIMS, and maintain documentation to Good Documentation Practice standards
• Uphold GxP, GMP, GCP, and GLP requirements; fulfill high-complexity testing personnel obligations under 42 CFR 493.1495
• Maintain continuing education credits required by applicable regulatory bodies
• Handle human biological specimens and biohazardous materials according to established safety protocols

Seniority levels

We hire at three levels based on experience and demonstrated competency:

(Level I)

• Performs protocols with some supervisory guidance; escalates issues to lead or supervisor
• Resolves routine and occasional novel process variations using up-to-date information
• Communicates clearly during shift handoffs; keeps detailed records
• May provide informal guidance to newer colleagues

(Level II)

• Works with minimal direction; exercises considerable clinical initiative
• Conducts training and competency evaluations for technician-level staff on high-complexity methods
• Proposes procedural improvements to enhance team efficiency; understands when to elevate quality or timeline concerns

(Level III)

• Operates independently; regularly applies educated discretion in decision-making
• Drives process change recommendations backed by cross-functional knowledge
• Proficient in laboratory automation and recognized for best-practice leadership

Qualifications

(Level I) — must meet one of the following

• Bachelor's degree or higher in medical technology or laboratory science, or
• Bachelor's degree or higher in a chemical or biological science plus at least 6 months of high-complexity molecular experience in a CLIA-certified laboratory

(Level II) — must meet all of the following

• Bachelor's degree or higher in a relevant science or laboratory science field
• Minimum 1 year of clinical lab experience in a high-complexity CLIA setting (or 2 years with a Master's degree or higher)
• Minimum 3 years of hands-on molecular laboratory experience (or 2 years with a Master's or higher)

(Level III) — must meet all of the following

• Bachelor's degree or higher in a relevant science or laboratory science field
• Minimum 3 years of clinical lab experience in a high-complexity CLIA setting (or 2 years with a Master's degree or higher)
• Minimum 5 years of molecular laboratory experience (or 3 years with a Master's or higher)
• Demonstrated proficiency in laboratory automation and best practices