Clinical Scientist II -2nd shift

Planet Pharma Group; Santa Rosa (CA); On-site; USD 55,000 - 65,000; Full time

Job summary

Planet Pharma in Santa Rosa, CA is seeking a licensed Clinical Laboratory Scientist (Generalist, Toxicologist, or Chemist) to perform approved tests in compliance with California CLIA regulations. The role includes final review and certification of results prior to release, and collaborative work with the department team.

The ideal candidate holds a California CLS license, a B.S. in Science, and possesses strong attention to detail, safety, and quality.

Qualifications

• Must hold a California Clinical Laboratory Scientist license (Generalist or Toxicologist or Chemist).
• Bachelor's Degree in Science is required.

Responsibilities

• Carry out approved laboratory tests in compliance with department objectives and California and CLIA requirements.
• Review and certify results prior to release to ensure accuracy and quality.
• Provide supervision as required and assist in quality assurance activities.

Skills

Communication skills

Interpersonal skills

Team player

Coaching

Attention to detail

Education

Bachelor's Degree in Science

Tools

Mass spectrometry

LIMS

Job description

RESPONSIBILITIES

Adequately display the knowledge and ability to carry out approved tests to comply with department objectives and state of California and CLIA requirements
Perform laboratory tests in accordance with laboratory standard procedures, applying knowledge, expertise, and sound judgement in final review and certification of results prior to release.

Supervisory Responsibilities

Provides general or direct supervision of Lab General personnel and general Clerical Personnel as required according to lab law and regulations in the absence of the Department Manager, General Supervisor and Lab Director
Functions as a Technical Supervisor according to CLIA regulations and assists the Quality team with Quality Assurance and Performance Improvement activities consistent with the Laboratory Quality Plan.

BASIC QUALIFICATIONS | EDUCATION

Must be licensed by the state of California under BPC, Chapter 3 as a Clinical Laboratory Scientist (Generalist or Toxicologist or, Chemist).
MUST HAVE Bachelors Degree in Science.

Preferred

Minimum 2 Years Experience in a toxicology laboratory working with mass spectrometry, but will accept 5 years of general clinical laboratory experience with knowledge of toxicology.
Must have pipetting and computer skills, able to learn LIMS systems.
Must possess strong work ethic with commitment to safety, compliance, and quality.
Must possess excellent interpersonal, written and verbal communications skills.
Ability to communicate effectively to a wide variety of audiences and, provide coaching to peers and sub-ordinates.
Ability to work in a flexible work environment (move between laboratory and office) with constant interruptions and requests for support throughout the day.

PREFERRED QUALIFICATIONS

Experience reviewing mass spectrometry (LC/MS/MS and/or GC/MS) data within a toxicology laboratory setting.

COMPETENCIES

• Analytical skills (e.g., statistical, risk analysis, engineering analysis)
• Team player
• Interpersonal skills
• Drives for results
• High level of attention to detail
• Adaptability

Pay ranges between 40-47/hr based on experience