Clinical Lab Scientist-Genomics Lab - 136322

9500 Gilman Drive, La Jolla, CA, 92093

#136322 Clinical Lab Scientist-Genomics Lab

Extended Deadline : Thu 10 / 9 / 2025

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UC San Diego values and welcomes people from all backgrounds. If you are interested in being part of our team, possess the needed licensure and certifications, and feel that you have most of the qualifications and / or transferable skills for a job opening, we strongly encourage you to apply.

UCSD Layoff from Career Appointment : Apply by 08 / 15 / 2025 for consideration with preference for rehire. All layoff applicants should contact their Employment Advisor.

Special Selection Applicants : Apply by 08 / 27 / 2025. Eligible Special Selection clients should contact their Disability Counselor for assistance.

This posting will remain open until vacancy has been filled.

DESCRIPTION

Under general supervision of a Senior Clinical Lab Scientist Supervisor, perform independently a wide variety of technical procedures in a section of the Clinical Genomics Department. Other responsibilities include method development-modification-parallel testing, collaboration on or independent preparation of abstracts or manuscripts, repair of laboratory instruments, sample processing, reagent preparation, data entry and phlebotomy duties.

On a daily basis, assess overall workload for any area that needs help and help coworkers without being reassigned by the supervisor. Work is assigned daily and reviewed by supervisory personnel or designee. All Clinical Laboratory Scientists may process specimens, perform waived and non-waived testing without direct and constant supervision, and report results without supervisor or director review for the tests that are within their scope of licensure and for which they have been trained and deemed competent.

MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS

Graduation from college with a major in a relevant field.

Must have a current Clinical Laboratory Scientist (CLS) or appropriate sub-specialty license issued by the State of California, Department of Public Health.

Must have Knowledge and abilities essential to the successful performance of duties assigned to the position.

PREFERRED QUALIFICATIONS

• Clinical laboratory experience in Molecular Genetics.
• Clinical Genetic Molecular Biology (CGMBS).

SPECIAL CONDITIONS

Pay Transparency Act

Annual Full Pay Range : $98,846 - $130,563 (will be prorated if the appointment percentage is less than 100%)

Hourly Equivalent : $47.34 - $62.53

Factors in determining the appropriate compensation for a role include experience, skills, knowledge, abilities, education, licensure and certifications, and other business and organizational needs. The Hiring Pay Scale referenced in the job posting is the budgeted salary or hourly range that the University reasonably expects to pay for this position. The Annual Full Pay Range may be broader than what the University anticipates to pay for this position, based on internal equity, budget, and collective bargaining agreements (when applicable).

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