About This Opportunity

At Freenome, we are seeking a Senior Clinical Laboratory Associate to help grow the Freenome Clinical Laboratory Analytical team. The ideal candidate is dependable, flexible, with attention to detail and team oriented. This person is responsible for all things related to sample processing and equipment maintenance. You will have a significant impact on the continued growth of a high profile technology organization changing the landscape of early cancer detection.

The role reports to the Clinical Laboratory Supervisor and will be an onsite role.

What You’ll Do

- Perform equipment maintenance according to the laboratory’s standard operating procedures for equipment such as centrifuges, freezers, refrigerators, pipettors, Fragment Analyzer, Microplate Reader, NovaSeqs, and Hamiltons as needed.
- Create sample batches, print labels, and label tubes and plates.
- Maintain sufficient inventory of material, supplies and equipment in the laboratory for performance of duties.
- Check, monitor and record temperature.
- Document all corrective actions taken when test systems deviate from the laboratory’s established performance specifications.
- Perform annual review of standard operating procedures.
- Assist the Clinical Laboratory Scientist with preparation and aliquoting of reagents.
- Assist the Clinical Laboratory Scientist during sample testing.
- Participate in projects under the supervision of a CLS or Supervisor while maintaining quality and efficient workflow of daily duties.
- Participate in cross‑departmental projects.




- Assist with training new laboratory personnel and training new procedures with existing personnel.
- Assist with internal audits and inspection preparation, as needed.
- Assist with organizing and maintaining laboratory, equipment, personnel and training documents.
- Set‑up the Hamilton and assist with Hamilton automated procedures.
- Ensure on‑time calibration of laboratory equipment is scheduled and performed.
- Review equipment maintenance forms for completeness.
- Report all concerns of test quality and/or safety to the Supervisor or Safety Officer.
- Work closely with the CLS’s and Accessioning Teams to provide consistent and ongoing support to the entire service department.
- Write and revise standard operating procedures, as needed.
- Implement process improvement opportunities and report to laboratory management.
- Provide guidance for new Clinical Laboratory Associates, give constructive feedback and provide peer feedback for evaluations.
- Train new Clinical Laboratory Associates on all SOPs and maintenance pertaining to the Clinical Laboratory.

Must Haves

- Bachelor’s in biological sciences or related fields preferred.
- Experience with Molecular Biology.




- Four or more years of work experience in a clinical laboratory setting.
- Flexibility to variable shift start times depending on operational needs.

Nice To Haves

- High sample volume laboratory experience preferred.
- Experience working with automated equipment/systems.
- Working knowledge of local, state and federal laboratory regulations.

Benefits And Additional Information

The US target range of our base hourly rate for recent hires is $39.97 - $52.00. You will also be eligible to receive equity, cash bonuses, and a full range of medical, financial, and other benefits depending on the position offered. Individual total compensation will be determined at the Company’s sole discretion and may vary based on several factors, including but not limited to location, skill level, years and depth of relevant experience, and education.

Check out our career page freenome.com/job-openings/ for additional company information.

Freenome is proud to be an equal‑opportunity employer, and we value diversity. Freenome does not discriminate on the basis of race, color, religion, marital status, age, national origin, ancestry, physical or mental disability, medical condition, pregnancy, genetic information, gender, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, veteran status, or any other status protected under federal, state, or local law.

Applicants have rights under Federal Employment Laws.

- Family & Medical Leave Act (FMLA)
- Equal Employment Opportunity (EEO)
- Employee Polygraph Protection Act (EPPA)

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📌 Senior Clinical Laboratory Associate (Brisbane City)
🏢 Freenome
📍 Brisbane City