Scientist II, Clinical Full-time

Clinical Laboratory Scientist

Responsibilities:

Perform routine laboratory analyses involving sample receiving, processing, and result reporting. Ensure instruments and equipment in the clinical lab are functioning accurately and maintained by performing or arranging scheduled maintenance in a timely manner. Participate in proficiency testing. Provide training to other clinical laboratory personnel. Apply good documentation practices (GDPs) and follow laboratory quality control and quality assurance policies. Coordinate and lead laboratory assistants. Align with Life Technologies Clinical Services Lab safety policies and procedures. Ensure inventory of clinical laboratory supplies and materials are available to complete required job functions. Other duties as assigned.

Qualifications and Experience:

A BS degree or equivalent experience in Medical Technology or Biological Sciences from an accredited college or university. A current California State Clinical Laboratory Scientist License (Generalist or CGMBS) required to perform laboratory testing. 2 years of pertinent laboratory experience, preferably in a high complexity laboratory performing molecular or NGS testing. Skills Apply Utilization of systems for data entry, retrieval, and analyses including word processing programs, spreadsheets with data analyses, and intricate computer-based instrumentation. Excellent verbal and written communication skills. Ability to problem solve data analyses. Strong understanding of good laboratory practices and regulatory compliance. Working Conditions Handle highly infectious agents and hazardous chemicals. Sit or stand for long periods while using equipment and specimen handling and/or for computer work. Bend or twist to reach into lower cabinets and drawers and squat or kneel to remove or store supplies on lower shelves. Stretch and overhead arm movements to reach into high cabinets and shelves to remove supplies. Lift up to 40 lbs. Distinguish colors for analysis. Hear equipment timers and alarms. Fine hand manipulation for equipment and pipette operation. Work is mainly laboratory-based with some time spent in an office environment.

Compensation and Benefits:

The salary range estimated for this position based in California is $90,000.00–$113,000.00. This position may also be eligible to receive a variable annual bonus based on company, team, and/or individual performance results in accordance with company policy. We offer a comprehensive Total Rewards package that our U.S. colleagues and their families can count on, which includes:

• A choice of national medical and dental plans, and a national vision plan, including health incentive programs
• Employee assistance and family support programs, including commuter benefits and tuition reimbursement
• At least 120 hours paid time off (PTO), 10 paid holidays annually, paid parental leave (3 weeks for bonding and 8 weeks for caregiver leave), accident and life insurance, and short- and long-term disability in accordance with company policy
• Retirement and savings programs, such as our competitive 401(k) U.S. retirement savings plan
• Employees' Stock Purchase Plan (ESPP) offers eligible colleagues the opportunity to purchase company stock at a discount

For more information on our benefits, please visit: https://jobs.thermofisher.com/global/en/total-rewards