Clinical Laboratory Scientist (CLS) - Contract

Position Summary

We are seeking a contract Clinical Laboratory Scientist (CLS) with an active California CLS license to support a short-term project within our Clinical Operations team.

This is a 1–2 month contract role, with flexibility for full-time or part-time work during standard business hours. The position may offer potential for extension or conversion to a full-time role based on project needs and performance.

This role focuses on executing clinical trial laboratory workflows, performing high-complexity molecular testing, and ensuring regulatory compliance in a CLIA-certified environment. The ideal candidate brings hands-on experience in next-generation sequencing (NGS) and a strong commitment to quality and advancing clinical research.

Key Responsibilities

Laboratory Operations

• Perform high-complexity molecular assays, including NGS-based testing, in accordance with CLIA/CAP standards
• Conduct sample quality control (QC) and library QC
• Prepare sequencing libraries using validated protocols
• Operate, troubleshoot, and maintain Illumina sequencing platforms

Data Review & Compliance

• Review, analyze, and validate laboratory data for accuracy, completeness, and compliance
• Maintain thorough and audit-ready documentation to support regulatory requirements
• Ensure adherence to GCP, GLP, CLIA, and CAP guidelines

Clinical Trial Support

• Collaborate cross-functionally with internal teams and external sponsors to ensure protocol adherence
• Support clinical trial workflows and timelines
• Contribute to regulatory submissions as needed

Quality & Process Improvement

• Assist in the development, validation, and implementation of new clinical assays
• Perform quality control procedures to ensure data integrity
• Participate in quality assurance (QA) and continuous improvement initiatives

Documentation & SOPs

• Maintain up-to-date knowledge of laboratory methods and procedures
• Contribute to creation and revision of standard operating procedures (SOPs)
• Ensure a clean, organized laboratory environment in compliance with GLP standards

Team Support

• Assist team members with daily laboratory operations as needed

Qualifications

• Active California Clinical Laboratory Scientist (CLS) license (required)
• Bachelor’s or Master’s degree in Clinical Laboratory Science, Molecular Biology, or a related field
• Minimum 2+ years of experience in a clinical laboratory or clinical research setting
• Hands-on experience with NGS workflows (library prep, sequencing, QC)
• Experience with clinical assay validation (required)
• Strong knowledge of CLIA, CAP, and GCP regulations
• Excellent organizational, documentation, and communication skills
• Ability to work independently and in a fast-paced, regulated environment
• Must be legally authorized to work in the United States

SeqMatic is an Equal Opportunity and Affirmative Action Employer encouraging diversity in the workplace. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to their race, color, creed, religion, national origin, citizenship status, ancestry, sex, age, physical or mental disability unrelated to ability, marital status, family responsibilities, pregnancy, genetic information, sexual orientation, gender expression, gender identity, transgender, sex stereotyping, order of protection status, protected veteran or military status, or an unfavorable discharge from military service, and other categories protected by federal, state or local law.