Clinical Laboratory Associate (CLA), Contractor - Delfi Diagnostics

Job Title: Clinical Laboratory Associate (CLA), Contractor
Job Location: Palo Alto, CA
Job Listing URL: https://jobs.lever.co/delfidiagnostics/cbbcdf72-75cc-4f1b-83d7-3eeca7e35b21
Job Description: About Us

Our mission is to cure cancer through high performance, accessible early cancer detection. That means saving lives.

Delfi Diagnostics is a Johns Hopkins spinoff focused on the non-invasive detection of cancer at earlier stages, when it is most curable. DELFI uses artificial intelligence and whole genome sequencing to detect unique patterns of DNA fragmentation in the blood of patients with cancer. These analyses are performed through simultaneous examination of millions of DNA sequences using machine learning to identify tumor-specific abnormalities.

In our passionate pursuit to radically improve health outcomes, we serve humanity when we:

Lead with Science, Anchor in Pragmatism: We pioneer life-changing science by ensuring quality, transparency, and rigor at all times. We explore thoughtfully, experiment smartly, and deliver impact with conviction.

Build With & For All: We embrace diverse backgrounds to innovate and achieve together. We are not just building a product - we aim to disrupt the path of cancer for all - no matter geography or socioeconomic class.

Put We over I: We are a home for high-performing people. Through teamwork, we build collective intelligence. Each of us wins when those we serve and those who serve with us--win. We show up with empathy, humility, and integrity at every step of the journey.

About the Role

In this role, you will be responsible for the pre-analytical phase of testing (e.g., specimen receipt, accessioning, and plasma/buffy coat isolation) and assisting with general laboratory operations, such as equipment maintenance, labware cleaning, inventory, and reagent manufacturing. You will work closely with automation, assay development and technology transfer scientists to build scalable infrastructure within the Clinical Laboratory. You will be part of a cross-functional team working to sustain the Laboratory Operations.

Shift: Tuesday to Saturday morning
What You’ll Do
Perform pre-analytical phase procedures according to the laboratory’s standard operating procedures.
Assist Clinical Laboratory Scientist in analytical testing.
Operate, maintain, and assist in troubleshooting equipment according to the laboratory’s standard operating procedures.
Clean labware, equipment, and benches.
Drafting standard operating procedures.
Participate in inventory, stocking, and general organization in the laboratory.
What you’ll have accomplished 12 months from now
Be competent in all aspect of the job function
Be able to troubleshoot and provide solutions
Be able to understand regulatory requirements
Be able to contribute to cross functional projects
What You’ll Bring to DELFI
Associate degree or equivalent in Biological Sciences or related field with at least three years of experience.
Ability to communicate complex technical results to a cross-functional audience
Desire to learn about cancer genetics and contribute to a diverse, collaborative, and mutually respectful working environment
Must fulfill requirements stated in 42 CFR 493.1489 or 493.1491
Ability to communicate complex technical results to a cross-functional audience.
Desire to learn about cancer genetics and contribute to a diverse, collaborative, and mutually respectful working environment.
Preferred
BS in Biomedical Laboratory Sciences, Clinical Science, or equivalent
1+ years of Clinical Laboratory experience or equivalent high complexity and volume laboratory experience
Laboratory experience within the last year
Experience with next-generation sequencing, molecular biology techniques, and automated liquid handlers
Experience with general laboratory equipment
Working knowledge of local, state, and federal laboratory regulations