Molecular Technician Lead

At Veracyte, we offer exciting career opportunities for those interested in joining a pioneering team that is committed to transforming cancer care for patients across the globe. Working at Veracyte enables our employees to not only make a meaningful impact on the lives of patients, but to also learn and grow within a purpose driven environment. This is what we call the Veracyte way – it’s about how we work together, guided by our values, to give clinicians the insights they need to help patients make life-changing decisions.  Our Values: We Seek A Better Way: We pursue bold ideas, embrace complexity, and keep pushing forward. We Make It Happen: We act with urgency, deliver with excellence, and always find a way.  We Are Stronger Together: We engage with empathy, align around what's best for Veracyte, and celebrate as one team.  We Care Deeply: We show up with integrity, kindness, and respect for one another.   The Position: The Lead Molecular Technician’s primary responsibility is to assist with molecular laboratory processes associated with routine specimen processing and test performance under the supervision and control of licensed individuals and department leadership. This may include assisting with the processing and testing of clinical specimens, training personnel and performing competencies, supervising non-licensed personnel, leading the implementation of new processes and projects, maintaining lab organization and cleanliness, adhering to quality control and quality assurance procedures. The shift for this position is Tuesday-Saturday 5:00am - 1:30pm. The Lead Molecular Technician is knowledgeable of, and is a resource for others within the laboratory, the use of equipment/liquid handling automation, databases, and software applications used in the molecular lab workflow. The person in this position must be able to coordinate the integral daily tasks which consists of making sure that non-licensed personnel are performing their duties, maintaining flexibility with regards to work schedule including section assignment, daily work shifts, and days of the week as determined by business need, in order to meet the quality needed for excellent patient care. ESSENTIAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES: The Lead Molecular Technician functions as a team lead, providing guidance and helping the supervisor coordinate workflows within the department. In addition, the main duties and responsibilities of the Lead Molecular Technician include the following, but not limited to: Perform the functions of Molecular Technician II Demonstrate skill and reliability in leadership situations, including the appropriate handling of training, personnel issues, conflict resolution, and delicate subject matters. Report personnel and laboratory processing issues to management and participate/ engage in conflict resolution Train and perform competency assessment of non-licensed personnel Lead the creation of training, and implementation of departmental standard operation procedures Lead research and validation activities as a subject matter expert and work to translate improvements and new assays into the laboratory workflow Enhance existing procedures and services with quality that exceeds expectation Multi-task efficiently, maintain flexibility, and work as a team player to process samples according to multiple workflows and maintain established turnaround times Capable of identifying specimen processing problems that may adversely affect the reporting of test results and immediately notify the supervisor Under direct and constant supervision by a licensed individual, Assist with molecular genetic testing on clinical specimens Assist in preventative maintenance, troubleshooting, and quality control activities in accordance with the laboratory’s policies and procedures Preparation and storage of reagents Able to follow instructions and strictly follow SOPs Assist with maintaining inventory materials and laboratory supplies Assist in research and validation activities Complete other related administrative duties, including copying, filing, data entry, faxing, and quality control of spreadsheets Take ownership and accountability of ensuring the highest quality of internal/external customer service Understand and perform laboratory activities to all applicable regulatory and compliance requirements Perform all duties according to guidelines outlined within the quality systems Compliant with company policies, procedures, safety requirements and regulations Perform any other site/lab specific duties as assigned Who You Are: QUALIFICATIONS To perform this job successfully, an individual must be able to perform each essential duty satisfactorily. The requirements listed below are representative of the knowledge, skills and/or abilities required. Reasonable accommodation may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions. EDUCATION and/or EXPERIENCE Associate’s, or higher, degree in one of the chemical, physical, biological sciences, or medical technology from an accredited institution required Bachelor’s degree preferred 3 or more years of relevant experience in a laboratory setting Enthusiastic and demonstrated self-starter Excellent verbal and written communication skills The ability to navigate efficiently through, or have familiarity with, various laboratory information systems (LIS) and have proficiency in Microsoft Office products (Excel, Word, Access and PowerPoint) PHYSICAL REQUIREMENTS Repetitive movement of hands, arms and legs Repetitive movement of fingers (typing and/or writing) Sitting, with occasional walking, standing, stooping and moving about Exposure to general laboratory BSL-1/BSL-2 environment conditions Occasionally required to lift up to 25 pounds #LI-Onsite   The final salary offered to a successful candidate will be dependent on several factors that may include but are not limited to years of experience, skillset, geographic location, industry,