Laboratory Intern
The Position:
This is a 3 month summer internship.
Schedule is Mon - Fri, 8 AM- 4:30 PM.
Location: San Diego (Onsite)
The Laboratory Intern functions as a laboratory support team member. The main duties and responsibilities include the following, but not limited to:
- Under direct and constant supervision by a licensed, certified, or senior- level individual, as mandated by local regulations.
- Maintain flexibility, and work as a team player
- Assist in room and equipment maintenance in accordance with the laboratory’s policies and procedures
- Prepare labware and help with stocking of laboratory supplies and reagents
- Assist with sample intake.
- Archive samples by following the specimen storage and retention policies
- Create aliquots of reagents as needed using the appropriate lab equipment according to established protocols.
- Perform all duties according to guidelines outlined within the quality systems
- Compliant with company policies, procedures, safety requirements and regulations
- Take ownership and accountability of ensuring the highest quality of internal/external customer service
- Perform any other site/lab specific duties as assigned
Who You Are:
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
- High school diploma required
- Excellent problem solving skills
- Excellent written and oral communication skills
- Ability to work independently
- Exercise good judgment
- Excellent teamwork and collaborations skills
- Excellent interpersonal skills
- Aptitude and interest in laboratory work and orderliness
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 office and laboratory environment conditions
- Occasionally required to lift up to 25 pounds
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.