Clinical Laboratory Technician I
Helix
Summary
As a Clinical Laboratory Technician I, you'll be on the floor executing the workflows that make that scale possible: Whole Exome, Whole Genome, and Proteomics assays running in a CLIA-certified, CAP-accredited environment built for high throughput. This is a production role under direct supervision, making it the perfect place to build foundational skills on technology at the leading edge of precision medicine.
Job description
Responsibilities
- Execute pre-analytical and analytical workflows following established SOPs, spanning from sample handling through assay completion.
- Maintain accurate, complete documentation in required systems and logs, as reliable records are what keep the lab compliant and results trustworthy.
- Recognize and escalate deviations (such as instrument flags or specimen discrepancies outside your scope) with enough detail so the right person can resolve the issue quickly.
- Support QC activities and help uphold the standards that keep our CLIA and CAP certifications in good standing.
- Coordinate with your team on shift handoffs and daily throughput, contributing directly to quality, TAT, and production KPIs.
- Share observations about workflow patterns with your lead, since small improvements add up quickly when operating at this volume.
About You
- Bachelor's degree in Chemical, Physical, Biological, or Clinical Laboratory Science, or Medical Technology.
- Hands-on lab experience from industry, internship, or coursework.
- Working knowledge of molecular biology concepts and common lab techniques, ensuring you can follow an experimental method and understand why each step matters.
- High attention to detail in a regulated environment to catch discrepancies before they become problems.
- Clear communicator who surfaces issues with enough context for leadership to take immediate action.
- Adaptable and tech-forward with an eagerness to learn and work with new technologies, such as AI tools and automated platforms, as our laboratory operations evolve.
- Available Tuesday–Saturday on first shift (7am–3:30pm) or second shift (2pm–10:30pm), with flexibility for overtime as business needs require.
Pluses
- Familiarity with high-throughput or automated laboratory workflows.
- Prior experience in a CLIA, CAP, or otherwise regulated lab setting.
Requirements
- Bachelor's degree in Chemical, Physical, Biological, or Clinical Laboratory Science, or Medical Technology
- Hands-on lab experience from industry, internship, or coursework
- Working knowledge of molecular biology concepts and common lab techniques
- High attention to detail in a regulated environment
- Clear communicator
- Adaptable and tech-forward
- Available Tuesday–Saturday on first shift (7am–3:30pm) or second shift (2pm–10:30pm), with flexibility for overtime
Benefits
- Health Insurance
- Paid Parental Leave
- 401(k) Matching
- Well-Being Benefits
- Paid Time Off
- Annual Bonus
- Equity
Company overview
Helix is a leading consumer genomics company that operates a population genomics platform focused on empowering individuals with personalized genetic insights. Founded with the mission to make DNA sequencing more accessible and actionable, Helix has established itself as a pioneer in the direct-to-consumer genomics space. The company operates a CLIA-certified and CAP-accredited laboratory where it performs whole exome sequencing, providing comprehensive genetic data that can be used for various health and wellness applications. Helix partners with multiple third-party applications and services that offer personalized reports on ancestry, health risks, carrier status, wellness traits, and pharmacogenomics. The company's unique business model involves sequencing a customer's DNA once and then allowing them to access multiple genetic insights through various partner applications over time. Helix has played a significant role in advancing population genomics research through partnerships with academic institutions and healthcare organizations, contributing to large-scale genomic studies aimed at understanding genetic variations and their implications for human health. The company emphasizes data privacy and security, giving customers control over their genetic information while providing educational resources to help them understand their genetic results.