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# Clinical Lab Scientist II at CareDx, Inc.

- **Company:** CareDx, Inc.
- **Location:** Brisbane, CA
- **Compensation:** $60–$65/hr
- **Posted:** 2026-10-11
- **Last confirmed live:** 2026-10-13
- **Apply:** https://job-boards.greenhouse.io/caredxinc/jobs/4424303009

## Job description

CareDx, Inc. is a leading precision medicine solutions company focused on the discovery, development, and commercialization of clinically differentiated, high-value healthcare solutions for transplant patients and caregivers. CareDx offers products, testing services, and digital healthcare solutions along the pre- and post-transplant patient journey, and is the leading provider of genomics-based information for transplant patients.

The Clinical Laboratory Scientist II (CLS) performs testing in the CLIA-certified laboratory, participates in quality control, quality assurance and troubleshooting activities. A CLS performs duties under general direction, carrying out work assignments in accordance with policies and objectives established by the Clinical Laboratory Manager (CLM)or designee. A CLS III is expected to plan and organize his or her own work, determining work methods and assisting in the determination of priorities and deadlines. Completed work is reviewed by the CLM or designee to verify the achievement of expected results.

SHIFT: Tuesday - Saturday 12 PM-8:30 PM

Responsibilities:

- Handle and process patient samples, analyze test results, prepare reports and maintain records of test results.
- May be required to accession samples into the laboratory information management system (LIMS) to facilitate sample throughput.
- Comply with CareDx quality control policies and document QC activities including instrument and procedural calibrations and maintenance
- Maintain confidentiality of personal health information (PHI).
- Identify problems that may affect test performance or results and, following established protocols, correct problems or escalate to Clinical Laboratory Manager, technical supervisor, clinical consultant or lab director.
- Identify test systems that deviate from acceptable performance specifications and follow established policies and procedures to correct operation. § Document corrective actions taken when test systems deviate from established performance specifications.
- Teach/train CareDx policy, methods and techniques to new employees; may perform in-service and competency testing of employees.
- Participate in drafting and developing standard operating procedures for tasks in which proficiency has been demonstrated.
- Represent the Reference lab testing, quality control and quality assurance program in interactions with other groups.
- Under direction of the CLM, investigate and follow-up on proficiency testing, quality control results and patient testing that does not meet standards.
- Perform additional duties and projects assigned by the Clinical Laboratory Manager.
- Demonstrate knowledge of, and support, the CareDx mission, vision, value statements, standards, policies and procedures, operating instructions, confidentiality standards, and ethical behavior.
- Comply with all local, state, and federal laws and regulations governing clinical laboratory operations

Qualifications:

- Held California Clinical Laboratory Scientist (CLS) license
- Education: BS/BA in a biology-related science
- Experience: At least 6 years of experience performing high-complexity testing in a clinical laboratory
- Proficiency in Microsoft Office suite of programs (Outlook, Word, Excel, PowerPoint, etc.)
- Demonstrated analytical skills, including working with databases and Excel
- Strong interpersonal skills
- Ability to build and maintain effective working relationships with CareDx employees at all levels as well as customers and vendors.
- Demonstrated proficiency in the performance of molecular testing techniques (PCR, real-time PCR, etc.) is highly desirable
- Experience in immunology, microbiology or related fields is preferred
- Demonstrated understanding of a disease with complex treatment algorithms highly desired

Additional Details:

Every individual at CareDx has a direct impact on our collective mission to improve the lives of organ transplant patients worldwide. We believe in taking great care of our people, so they take even greater care of our patients.

Our competitive Total Rewards package for US Employees includes:

- Competitive base salary and incentive compensation
- Health and welfare benefits, including a gym reimbursement program
- 401(k) savings plan match
- Employee Stock Purchase Plan
- Pre-tax commuter benefits
- And more!
- Please refer to our page to view detailed benefits at https://caredx.com/company/careers/

In addition, we have a Living Donor Employee Recovery Policy that allows up to 30 days of paid leave annually to a full-time employee who makes the selfless act of donating an organ or bone marrow.

With products that are making a difference in the lives of transplant patients today and a promising pipeline for the future, it’s an exciting time to be part of the CareDx team. Join us in partnering with transplant patients to transform our future together.

CareDx, Inc. is an Equal Opportunity Employer and participates in the E-Verify program.

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***We do not accept resumes from headhunters, placement agencies, or other suppliers that have not signed a formal agreement with us.***

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This is the anticipated base salary range for candidates who will work in Brisbane, California. The final salary offered to a successful candidate will be dependent on several factors that may include, but are not limited to, the type and length of experience within the job, the type and length of experience within the industry, education, etc. Base pay is one part of the Total Package that is provided to compensate and recognize employees for their work, and this role may be eligible for additional discretionary bonuses/incentives and restricted stock units. CareDx is a multi-state employer, and this salary range may not reflect positions that work in other states.

San Francisco Bay Area Roles: $60—$65 USD

## About CareDx, Inc.

## Company Overview
- **One-liner**: CareDx is a precision medicine company providing molecular diagnostics, workflow software, patient support, and pharmacy services for transplant patients and, following the acquisition of Naveris, for specialty oncology.
- **Entity Type**: Public (NASDAQ: CDNA)
- **Headquarters**: Brisbane, California, USA (with a co-headquarters in Stockholm, Sweden)
- **Founded**: 2000
- **Founders**: Not publicly available

## Core Business
- **Primary industry/industries**: Transplant diagnostics, precision medicine, molecular testing, healthcare IT, specialty oncology
- **Target customers**: B2B (transplant centers, clinicians, hospitals) and B2C (transplant patients and caregivers)
- **Mission**: Create life-changing solutions that enable transplant patients to thrive.
- **Vision**: A world where every patient receives the transplant they need to live longer, fuller lives.

## Products & Services
- **AlloSure® / AlloMap® / HeartCare® / KidneyCare® / LiverCare®**: Non-invasive molecular monitoring tests (donor-derived cell-free DNA and gene expression profiling) to detect organ rejection earlier in heart, kidney, and liver transplant recipients. (Type: Diagnostic test)
- **CareDx Transplant Pharmacy**: Full-service pharmacy that fills over 150,000 prescriptions annually, providing immunosuppressant and supportive medications. (Type: Service)
- **CareDx Software Suite (e.g., XynManagement, CareDx Connect)**: Workflow tools used by 70% of US transplant centers to manage patient data, lab results, and care coordination. (Type: SaaS)
- **Naveris (acquired July 2026)**: Extends CareDx’s portfolio into high-growth specialty oncology, focusing on circulating tumor DNA (ctDNA) monitoring. (Type: Diagnostic test / Service)

## Market Standing
- **Valuation/Market Cap**: ~$2.5 billion (as of early July 2026) [investors.caredx.com](https://investors.caredx.com/)
- **Key Metric (Annual Revenue)**: $379.8 million (most recent fiscal year) [linkedin.com](https://www.linkedin.com/company/care-dx-inc)
- **Notable Investors/Partners**: Bristol‑Myers Squibb (Series G lead), Sprout Group (Series D lead); partnerships with over 180 commercial employees supporting transplant centers.
- **Growth Signals**: Completed acquisition of Naveris (July 2026) to enter oncology – a high‑growth adjacent market. Completed sale of its Lab Products business to Eurobio Scientific (June 2026) to sharpen focus on diagnostics and digital health. Over 30 abstracts and 9 oral presentations at the 2026 American Transplant Congress. Performed its one‑millionth rejection‑monitoring test.

## Competitive Advantages
- **Market leadership** in transplant diagnostics, serving the vast majority of US transplant centers.
- **Integrated end‑to‑end platform** – from molecular tests and pharmacy to software and patient support – that creates stickiness and deep integration into clinical workflows.
- **Large, real‑world evidence database** from millions of test results, enabling continuous improvement of algorithms and clinical evidence.
- **High barriers to entry**: regulatory clearance (CMS coverage, FDA clearance for certain tests) and long‑standing relationships with transplant centers.

## Strategic Focus
- **Expansion beyond transplant** into specialty oncology via the Naveris acquisition, leveraging existing commercial and diagnostic infrastructure.
- **Deepening digital health and software capabilities** to further integrate with hospital systems and improve patient outcomes.
- **Maximizing value of the transplant franchise** through innovation in molecular monitoring (e.g., new indications, multi‑organ panels) and pharmacy adherence programs.

## Why Work Here
- **Mission‑driven culture**: Employees directly contribute to helping transplant patients live longer, fuller lives.
- **Values**: Respect One Another, Decide with Data, Take Accountability, Evangelize Your Work – emphasizing transparency, data‑driven decisions, and ownership.
- **Benefits**: Competitive medical/dental/vision plans, 401(k) with employer match, Employee Stock Purchase Plan (ESPP), Health Savings Account (HSA), flexible spending accounts, paid time off, living‑donor recovery policy, on‑site gym (Brisbane office).
- **Work environment**: Collaborative, purpose‑driven, with opportunities for growth across diagnostics, biotech, and digital health. Remote/hybrid policy not publicly specified; likely varies by role.

## Sources
1. [caredx.com](https://caredx.com/) – Company overview and product information
2. [caredx.com/company](https://caredx.com/company/) – Mission, leadership, employee count, values
3. [caredx.com/careers](https://www.caredx.com/careers) – Benefits and culture details
4. [investors.caredx.com](https://investors.caredx.com/) – Market cap, recent acquisitions, SEC filings
5. [linkedin.com](https://www.linkedin.com/company/care-dx-inc) – Revenue, employee count, funding history, stock details

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