About the Role:
As the Tissue Associate we are looking for someone who will be a vital link between internal Customer Service, Histology, and Clinical Lab personnel. The Tissue Associate is responsible for receiving, unpacking, processing and recording samples sent for laboratory testing. The Tissue Associate has demonstrated a good understanding of laboratory workflow. In addition to the primary role of sample accessioning, there will be a need to provide back-up support to the Clinical Lab personnel on an as-needed basis. It is imperative that the Tissue Associate have demonstrated the ability to work independently, but also function effectively as a member of the Guardant Health team. The nature of the work requires excellent attention to detail, effective written and verbal communication skills, the ability to multi-task and be flexible with tasks and schedules, and the ability to work independently in a team environment.
Essential Duties and Responsibilities:
- Support the Clinical Lab personnel in performing task such as sample intake, verification, accessioning, returning of clinical specimen to source pathology laboratories and conducting transfers to internal departments as well as external laboratories.
- Responsible for receiving, unpacking and processing all incoming clinical and non-clinical specimens.
- Responsible for entering and verifying data in the Laboratory Information Management System (LIMS) database.
- Understand, execute, and maintain the Tissue (Pharma) IUO workflows.
- Prepare clinical samples for in-house testing and/or the use of an external reference laboratory.
- Apply unique labels to Formalin Fixed Paraffin Embedded (FFPE) blocks and slides during sample accessioning to maintain genealogy during downstream testing and report generation.
- Manage sample storage inventory of FFPE blocks, unstained slides, and stained slides
- Review and analyze pathology reports from source pathology laboratory that corresponds with the specimen received and verify Diagnosis correlation.
- Verify aspects of incoming samples and assess acceptability of sample for testing.
- Resolve and document incomplete or unacceptable specimens.
- Mediate transfers to and from an external reference laboratory while maintaining chain of custody and GDP requirements.
- Organize clinical specimens and manage sample storage inventory and arrange sample transfers to various departments.
- Prepare, package, and return patient specimens to corresponding source pathology laboratory within allocated time frame, once testing is complete.
- Coordinate with Guardant Health facilities to ensure specimens are returned accordingly.
- Input and update Tissue Trackers to assist with day-to-day workflow.
- Follow Good Lab Practice (GLP) with the organization and upkeep of the laboratory, lab benches and other laboratory supplies.
- Operate, maintain, and troubleshoot equipment maintenance and maintain equipment logs and records according to the laboratory’s SOPs.
- Verify, monitor, and record temperatures of equipment and storage units by applying quality control procedures and initiate a service request when necessary.
- Carry out and maintain sufficient inventory of laboratory stock for daily operations.
- Work closely with the Leads of the Analytical, Post Analytical, Client Services, Reporting and Tech Dev Teams to provide consistent and ongoing support to the entire service department.
- Support the administrative functions of the lab as required.
- Perform other miscellaneous duties as assigned and assist others as time allows.
- Assist with training of new laboratory personnel and training of new procedures with existing personnel.
- Assist with internal audits and inspection preparation, as needed.
- Identify process improvement opportunities and report to laboratory management.
- Bachelor of Arts or Science in Biomedical Laboratory Science, Clinical Science or related field preferred
- Previous laboratory work experience with sample intake, accessioning, and sample management, preferred
- Well versed in supporting the clinical lab personnel, preferred
- Knowledgeable of SCIENTIFIC AREA OF a Clinical Lab
- Familiar with documenting all corrective actions taken
- Strong computing skills, especially databases
- Dedicated to making a difference
- Driven to make a positive impact in cancer diagnosis and treatment
- Great communicator with great written and verbal fluency in English
- Detailed oriented with an appetite to drive tasks to completion
- Ability to work well in a rapid-pace startup environment
- Ability to work well in a group
- Ability to work independently, with minimal supervision.
Work Environment:
- Hours and days may vary depending on operational needs.
- Standing or sitting for long periods of time may be necessary.
- May be exposed to hazardous materials, blood specimens and instruments with moving parts, heating or freezing elements, and high-speed centrifugation.
- Repetitive manual pipetting may be necessary.
- Some lifting (up to 25 pounds) may be necessary.
For positions based in Palo Alto, CA or Redwood City, CA, the hourly range for this full-time position is $26.53 to $39.79. The range does not include benefits and, if applicable, overtime, bonus, commission, or equity.
Within the range, individual pay is determined by work location and additional factors, including, but not limited to, job-related skills, experience, and relevant education or training. If you are selected to move forward, the recruiting team will provide details specific to the factors above.
Employee may be required to lift routine office supplies and use office equipment. Majority of the work is performed in a desk/office environment; however, there may be exposure to high noise levels, fumes, and biohazard material in the laboratory environment. Ability to sit for extended periods of time.
Guardant Health is committed to providing reasonable accommodations in our hiring processes for candidates with disabilities, long-term conditions, mental health conditions, or sincerely held religious beliefs. If you need support, please reach out to [email protected]
Guardant Health is an Equal Opportunity Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, or protected veteran status and will not be discriminated against on the basis of disability.
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