Viome · 1 week ago
Accessioning Personnel/Lab Assistant
Bothell, WA
Full-time
Onsite
Entry Level
$22/hr - $25/hr
1+ years expViome is dedicated to digitizing and decoding human biology to prevent chronic diseases and cancer. The Accessioning Personnel/Lab Assistant will be responsible for receiving, processing, and recording laboratory samples while adhering to sterile practices and safety protocols. This entry-level role offers opportunities for growth within the laboratory based on individual background and performance.
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Responsibilities
Follow sterile techniques and proper usage of PPE
Follow Standard Operating Procedures (SOPs) in regards to patient specimens and lab equipment
Follow safety protocols and laboratory regulations including:
Good Clinical and Laboratory Practices (GLP) as well as Clinical Laboratory Improvements Amendment (CLIA)
Receive and accession samples into the Laboratory Information System (LIMS)
Enter, upload, and ensure accuracy and completeness of information pertaining to samples
Ability to identify problem samples/shipments and discern if the issue needs to be escalated to leadership
Perform specimen preparation, labeling, handling, processing, and storage
This includes aliquoting both manually and using automated methods
Specimen types include but are not limited to: Stool, Blood and Saliva
Ability to work in an accurate and timely manner in a fast-paced, team environment
Ensure appropriate storage and transfer of each physical sample through the entire sample lifecycle
Assist with sample disposal. Use independent judgment and prioritize without direct supervision
Work with others as part of a team while maintaining professionalism
Assist in training new staff on laboratory procedures
Assist with general laboratory equipment maintenance and record keeping
Perform other duties as assigned by Lead or other Senior Accessioning staff
Report any laboratory related concerns to the Accessioning lead and/or the General Supervisor
Qualification
Required
A high school diploma or equivalent
1+ years of experience working in a clinical laboratory performing CLIA level high complexity testing
OR: Experience working with clinical samples in a regulated laboratory (CLIA/CAP)
Associate or bachelor's degree in Life Sciences
Preferred
2+ years of experience working in a clinical laboratory performing CLIA level high complexity tests
Experience working in a regulated laboratory (CLIA/CAP)
Earned Bachelor's degree in Biology, Molecular Biology, Immunology, Chemistry or Lab Technology
Experience in a high throughput clinical, research or pathology testing laboratory
Experience with LIMS systems, and web-based applications
Experience with HIPAA compliance
Any additional training or courses relevant to the role
Benefits
Medical
Dental
Vision
401K
11 Paid Holidays
Generous Personal Time Off
Company
Viome
Viome is a provider of comprehensive health insights designed to help people track their gut microbiome health.
201-500 employees
H1B Sponsorship
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Trends of Total Sponsorships
2021 (3)
2020 (14)
Funding
Current Stage
Late StageTotal Funding
$301MKey Investors
Bold Capital PartnersOcgrow VenturesMarc Benioff
2024-09-10Series D· $25M
2023-08-18Series C· $86.5M
2022-10-11Series C· $67M
Leadership Team
Guruduth Banavar
Founding CTO, Head of Discovery, AI & Engineering, GM of Diagnostics
Recent News
2025-07-19
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