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Description

Vanta Diagnostics is a rapidly growing, CAP- and CLIA-certified national laboratory delivering targeted molecular diagnostics designed to improve both clinical and economic outcomes. Our work empowers healthcare providers with actionable insights that support better decision-making and provide therapies that truly change patients’ lives.  Known for our industry-leading turnaround times, we ensure results move quickly from the lab to the provider.

Headquarters in Charleston, South Carolina, Vanta is expanding and actively seeking high-performing sales professionals to join our team. We’re looking for individuals who not only excel in their craft, but who also live our core values every day, ethics, service, and a genuine passion for helping providers achieve better outcomes, one patient at a time.

We are searching for a Quality Control Analyst (QC Analyst) to review results from DNA processing and high complexity molecular testing under CLIA/CAP, and other regulatory guidelines.  In the role, you will review patient testing results, utilizing parameters set by validation processes, including results of external and internal controls, and guidelines established through experience of the Technical Supervisor, Supervisors and other QC Analysts. This role is performed to ensure accurate patient test results and to identify any issues that may prevent optimal patient care.

**** This role is Tuesday through Saturday 5p.m. to 1p.m.. You must be located in the Charleston SC area to be considered****

Job Duties:

• Quality Control analysis of qPCR florescence amplification curves by applying established parameters and guidelines.
• Review of high-complexity molecular testing of human specimens with careful attention to detail while adhering to the quality systems protocols (SOPs) and safety requirements.
• Rerun of open arrays under certain criteria.
• Provides workflow-related technical guidance and communicates workflow insights to molecular lab.
• Monitors accuracy and performance of laboratory testing.
• Promotes a high-performance, production-minded, positive work environment.
• Participate in laboratory process improvement initiatives as required.
• Maintain and clean the laboratory and laboratory equipment as needed.
• Perform additional tasks as required.
• Maintains all logs (freezer, refrigerator, instruments, lab temperature/humidity).

Requirements

• Bachelor’s degree (BS) in life sciences (e.g. biology, molecular biology, genetics, or chemistry), laboratory science, or medical laboratory technology from an accredited university, with the required blend of medical laboratory technology and science.
• Certification in one of the following: MLS, MT, or MB(ASCP).
• Experience processing human samples in high throughput clinical laboratory is preferred.
• Familiarity with molecular biology laboratory testing and analysis.
• Knowledge of Clinical Laboratory Improvement Amendments (CLIA) and other laboratory regulatory requirements.
• Experience with LIS and LIMS laboratory tracking systems.
• Experience troubleshooting issues in testing results by applying knowledge of laboratory processes, variables affecting those processes, instrument operation, knowledge of molecular biology and providing guidance to lab staff on methods to reprocess sample for reportable results. 
• Knowledge and experience processing samples using automation solutions and liquid handling robots.
• Knowledge of SOP's and how to follow established procedures.
• Ability to function in a team setting and independently.

The annual exempt salary for this role is $62,000- $80,000 based on experience.

Benefits

What we offer:

• Competitive compensation with strong bonus program
• Comprehensive medical, dental, and vision benefits for employees and dependents
• FSA/HSA Pre-tax savings plans for health care, childcare, and elder care
• Deductible Buffer Insurance and Critical Illness Insurance
• 401(k) retirement plan with matching employer contribution
• Company-paid short- and long- term disability, life insurance, and employee assistance program
• PTO that begins immediately

All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, or veteran status.

Applicants must be authorized to work for ANY employer in the U.S. We are unable to sponsor or take over sponsorship of an employment Visa at this time.