Clinical Laboratory Scientist (CLS), Prenatal at BillionToOne · Austin

Summary: BillionToOne is a next-generation molecular diagnostics company on a mission to make powerful, accurate diagnostic tests accessible to everyone. They are seeking a Clinical Laboratory Scientist to perform non-invasive prenatal tests and contribute to the end-to-end processing of pregnancy blood samples in a high-complexity CLIA setting. Responsibilities: - Performs clinical laboratory assays to provide data for diagnosis, treatment, and prevention of disease - Performs quality control studies to ensure the accuracy of clinical data - Verifies instrument performance by checking and calibrating specific lab instruments and documents data - Organizes and contributes to R&D to CLIA tech transfer and troubleshooting, training, and validations Required Qualifications: - Bachelor's degree in the chemical, physical or biological sciences - 1-2 years of CLS experience in a clinical setting - A current California Clinical Laboratory Scientist License that meets requirements for Testing Personnel under CLIA regulations (42 CFR, part 493) (ASCP, CGMBS or generalist license is required) - Hands-on training and experience with manual molecular biology protocols, including DNA extraction and PCR - Advanced knowledge of Google Docs, Word, Excel, basic statistics and familiarity with LIMS systems - Strong attention to detail and ability to work flexibly and well under given timeframes - Self-starter and dynamic team player with excellent verbal and written skills Preferred Qualifications: - Start-up experience - Knowledge of medical genetics - Experience in a cell-free DNA setting Required Skills: California Clinical Laboratory License, Molecular biology protocols, DNA extraction, PCR Important Skills: LIMS systems, Google Docs, Excel Nice-to-Have Skills: Verbal skills, Written skills Benefits: Multiple medical benefit options; employee premiums paid 100% of select plans, dependents covered up to 80%, Extremely generous Family Bonding Leave for new parents (16 weeks, paid at 100%), Supplemental fertility benefits coverage, Retirement savings program including a 4% Company match, Increase paid time off with increased tenure, Latest and greatest hardware (laptop, lab equipment, facilities), Daily on-site lunches provided from top eateries, A variety of perks on campus (state of the art gym, restaurant), Free on-site EV charging (compatible with all EVs, including Tesla), Free healthcare options, 401k match, Very generous fully paid parental leave