Clinical Lab Scientist

Perform test procedures in Molecular Diagnostics. Responsible for pre-analytical, analytical, and post-analytical processes associated with specimen processing, test performance and reporting test results.
Perform isolation of DNA and RNA from human blood and bone marrow specimens using manual and automated techniques to set-up molecular assays and perform analysis of data. Experience with PCR, qPCR, capillary electrophoresis, and other molecular platforms is preferred.
Transcribe and report test results. Operate laboratory instrumentation & equipment to accurately generate test results.
Initiate troubleshooting of errant laboratory instrumentation & equipment as needed. Follow established quality control procedures and participate in all associated tasks in the section.

The final salary and offer components are subject to additional approvals based on UC policy.

Your placement within the salary range is dependent on a number of factors including your work experience and internal equity within this position classification at UCSF. For positions that are represented by a labor union, placement within the salary range will be guided by the rules in the collective bargaining agreement.

The salary range for this position is $68.81 - $85.71 (Hourly Rate).

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• California Clinical Laboratory Scientist license or Clinical Genetics Molecular Biologist license
• Bachelor of Science degree
• The flexibility to orient and work at all UCSF Medical Center locations is required

• Recent clinical experience in molecular diagnostics laboratory
• Previous experience in high-volume clinical laboratory testing
• Experience with current automation used in the Molecular Diagnostics section

• California Clinical Laboratory Scientist license or Clinical Genetics Molecular Biologist license