Myriad Gateway Genomics is seeking a motivated individual with a science background to serve as an Specimen Accessioner in our molecular laboratory. We are a high-growth genetic testing laboratory utilizing cutting-edge technology.
SHIFT: Monday- Friday 10:00am-2:00pm OR Tuesday-Saturday 10:00am-2:00pm
PAY: $17.00-$19.00 based on relevant experience
NEW ADDRESS: We are currently at 11436 Sorrento Valley Rd San Diego, CA 92121.
Primary responsibilities include:
- Sort, check-in, assess, and label biological samples
- Database entry
- Comply with the correct procedures, policies, and health and safety regulations
- Document all activities, results and report back to management
- Clean and maintain work area
- Additional duties as assigned
Education and Skills Requirements:
- Pursuing degree in Biological Science
- Knowledge of accessioning is a plus
- Excellent written and verbal communication skills
- Ability to operate as part of a team, to provide a functional, safe working environment
- Must have transportation
- Must be able to commit to this shift for 6 months to a year
Physical & Lifting Requirements
- Lifting Requirements - medium work or exerting up to 50 pounds of force occasionally, 20 pound of force frequently, and 10 pounds of force consistently.
- Physical Requirements - stationary positioning, moving, operating, ascending/descending, communicating, observing, reaching and repetitive motion.
- Use of equipment and tools necessary to perform essential job functions.
- Hazards and Atmospheric Conditions - exposure to fumes, dust, extreme temperatures, wet and/or humid, noise, vibration, mists or gases, mechanical hazards, chemical hazards, electrical hazards and radiant energy hazards. OSHA Category I - duties performed routinely requires exposure to blood, body fluid and tissue.
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Myriad Genetics Inc., is a leading personalized medicine company dedicated to being a trusted advisor transforming patient lives worldwide with pioneering molecular diagnostics. Myriad discovers and commercializes molecular diagnostic tests that: determine the risk of developing disease, accurately diagnose disease, assess the risk of disease progression, and guide treatment decisions across six major medical specialties where molecular diagnostics can significantly improve patient care and lower healthcare costs. Myriad is focused on three strategic imperatives: maintaining leadership in an expanding hereditary cancer market, diversifying its product portfolio through the introduction of new products and increasing the revenue contribution from international markets. For more information on how Myriad is making a difference, please visit the Company's website: www.myriad.com .
We recognize that our people are our strength and the diverse talents they bring to our global workforce are directly linked to our success. We are an equal opportunity employer and place a high value on diversity and inclusion at our company. In hiring and all other employment decisions, we prohibit discrimination and harassment on the basis of any protected characteristic, including race, religion, color, national origin, gender, sexual orientation, gender identity, gender expression, age, marital or veteran status, pregnancy or disability, or any other basis protected under applicable law. In accordance with applicable law, we make reasonable accommodations for applicants’ and employees’ religious practices and beliefs, as well as any mental health or physical disability needs.