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CLS Supervisor

University of California Santa Cruz

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Posted:

April 22, 2021

Location:

Santa Cruz, California

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Salary:

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Type:

Full-time

CLS Supervisor

Location: Santa Cruz
Job ID: 17643

Initial Review Date (IRD)
UC Santa Cruz staff jobs are posted until filled. Application materials submitted by 11:59 pm on the IRD will be routed to the hiring unit for consideration. NOTE: Materials submitted after the IRD will be forwarded only at the request of the hiring unit. Submit your materials before the IRD to ensure consideration by the hiring unit.

The Initial Review Date (IRD) for this job is: 05-12-2021

Dept Marketing Statement
Effective May 1, 2020, the UCSC Molecular Diagnostic Lab was approved as a temporary testing site by the California Department of Public Health, under Clinical Laboratory Improvement Amendments (CLIA) certificate of accreditation - CDF-00002057, CLIA # 05D0687329 to provide COVID-19 testing. The lab will operate within the guidance and regulations put forward by the State of California, the County of Santa Cruz, the California Department of Public Health (CDPH), and the FDA. The Molecular Diagnostic Lab resides within the Office of Research (OR) and is supported by the OR Business and Operations team.

Under leadership of the Vice Chancellor for Research, the Office of Research has primary responsibility for research policy, planning and administration of the UC Santa Cruz Research enterprise. The Office of Research supports the research community through five units: the Office of Sponsored Projects, Research Development, Office of Research Compliance Administration, Industry Alliances & Technology Commercialization and the Office of Research Business & Operations.

Job Overview

The Supervising Clinical Laboratory Scientist for the Molecular Diagnostic Lab will support COVID-19 testing through several key responsibilities including: statistical analyses, oversight of the accessioning process, oversight of test system, including results. Oversight of the required reporting process through the CalREDIE system. The Supervising Clinical Laboratory Scientist will also be responsible for oversight of the molecular testing in the lab but will not be responsible for running the tests. The Supervising Clinical Laboratory Scientist will ensure adequate staffing, and work with the Laboratory Director to ensure regulatory compliance and quality management.

Pay, Benefits, & Work Schedule
Salary Information: Salary Range: $90,000 - $120,000/annually. Salary commensurate with qualifications and experience.

No. of Positions: 1

Benefits Level Eligibility: This position is eligible for Full benefits

Schedule Information:
Full-time, Fixed
Percentage of Time: 100%
Average Hours Per Week: 40
Days of the Week: Mon-Fri
Shift Includes: Day

Employee Classification: This is a Contract appointment

Job End Date: 12/31/2021, with possibility of extension

Work Location: UC Santa Cruz main campus

Union Representation: None

Job Code Classification: 009367 (CLIN LAB SHS SUPV 2)

Job Duties
25% -

Develops systems for organizing data to analyze, identify and report trends. Prepares reports of studies for internal validation and cross validation studies. Oversight and monitoring of LIMS (Laboratory Information Management System).
Implements related business processes.

25% -

Ensure adequate and appropriate staffing. Maintains staffing schedules. Coaching of GLP Good Lab Practice, professionalism, and expectations for teamwork and team building. Development of Quality Management including review of equipment and reagent logs.

25% -

Oversees processes pertaining to sample accessioning, high quality testing, result reporting, including reviewing and certifying test results, and liaising with providers and health and government services as needed. Reviews the accuracy and integrity of accessioned information. Provides oversight of the accessioning process and monitors sample data flow.

10% -

Assists in the review of lab administrative systems, practices and procedures periodically, and makes recommendations to assure continued compliance with current campus administrative policies, external regulations and the integrity of internal operations.

10% -

Ensures aseptic techniques are followed for equipment, facilities, and testing. Monitors the use of PPE; works with Health and Safety personnel to ensure all health and safety protocols are followed and developed as needed.

5% -

Status updates to UCSC Administration and inter-department partners, relaying concerns and needs of the laboratory.

Required Qualifications

Bachelor's degree in lab science and 4 years lab training or experience in the high complexity testing specialties performed.
Advanced knowledge of clinical principles, reference materials, and best practices.
Advanced knowledge associated with administrative processes to recommend and implement lab procedures.
Advanced communication and interpersonal skills to develop and maintain effective relationships.
Solid leadership and supervisory skills associated with planning work assignments, establishing priorities, scheduling instructional space, and ensuring completion of multiple projects.
Effective written and verbal communication skills with the ability to communicate complex information in a clear and concise manner.
Advanced knowledge of necessary lab safety procedures and requirements, as well as chemical disposal guidelines.
Knowledge of qPCR instruments and supporting technology.
Knowledge of Sequencing and supporting technology.
Thorough skills in analysis and consultation.
Research skills at a level to evaluate alternate solutions and develop recommendations.
Knowledge of federal and local regulations pertinent to health care laboratory operations.
Ability to work independently.
Experience working in a CLIA certified laboratory.
Knowledge of federal and local regulations pertinent to health care laboratory operations.
Must be computer literate.

APPLICANTS ARE REQUIRED TO USE THE UCSC ON-LINE PROCESS
View full job description and access on-line application:
https://careerspub.universityofcalifornia.edu/psp/ucsc/EMPLOYEE/HRMS/c/HRS_HRAM.HRS_APP_SCHJOB.GBL?Page=HRS_APP_JBPST&Action=U&FOCUS=Applicant&SiteId=11&JobOpeningId=17643&PostingSeq=1

To ensure review of application materials by the hiring unit, they must be submitted on or before the initial review date (IRD) via the Staff Employment Opportunities web site; https://jobs.ucsc.edu. A computer is available at the UC Santa Cruz Staff Human Resources Office located at Scotts Valley Center. The Scotts Valley Center is located at 100 Enterprise Way, Suite E100, Scotts Valley, CA 95066. To learn more or to request disability accommodations, call 831-459-2009. Hearing impaired are encouraged to use the California Relay Service at 800-735-2922. UC Santa Cruz is an Equal Opportunity Employer.

The University of California is an Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, age, or protected veteran status. UC Santa Cruz is committed to excellence through diversity and strives to establish a climate that welcomes, celebrates, and promotes respect for the contributions of all students and employees.

Internal Number: 2232050

About University of California Santa Cruz

UC Santa Cruz is a public university like no other in California, combining the intimacy of a small, liberal arts college with the depth and rigor of a major research university.

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