CPT Laboratory Supervisor Jobs
Laboratory Supervisor CPT jobs let F-1 students apply hands-on lab management skills as a required part of their degree program. Your DSO must authorize each CPT position before you start work, and the role must directly connect to your field of study, whether that's biology, chemistry, environmental science, or a related discipline.
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INTRODUCTION
At Veracyte, we offer exciting career opportunities for those interested in joining a pioneering team that is committed to transforming cancer care for patients across the globe. Working at Veracyte enables our employees to not only make a meaningful impact on the lives of patients, but to also learn and grow within a purpose driven environment. This is what we call the Veracyte way – it’s about how we work together, guided by our values, to give clinicians the insights they need to help patients make life-changing decisions.
Our Values:
- We Seek A Better Way: We pursue bold ideas, embrace complexity, and keep pushing forward.
- We Make It Happen: We act with urgency, deliver with excellence, and always find a way.
- We Are Stronger Together: We engage with empathy, align around what's best for Veracyte, and celebrate as one team.
- We Care Deeply: We show up with integrity, kindness, and respect for one another.
The Position:
The schedule is Mon - Fri, 8 AM- 4:30 PM. This is a 3 month summer internship.
Location: San Diego (Onsite)
Pay: $20/hr
The Laboratory Intern functions as a laboratory support team member. The main duties and responsibilities include the following, but not limited to:
- Under direct and constant supervision by a licensed, certified, or senior-level individual, as mandated by local regulations.
- Maintain flexibility, and work as a team player.
- Assist in room and equipment maintenance in accordance with the laboratory’s policies and procedures.
- Prepare labware and help with stocking of laboratory supplies and reagents.
- Assist with sample intake.
- Archive samples by following the specimen storage and retention policies.
- Create aliquots of reagents as needed using the appropriate lab equipment according to established protocols.
- Perform all duties according to guidelines outlined within the quality systems.
- Compliant with company policies, procedures, safety requirements and regulations.
- Take ownership and accountability of ensuring the highest quality of internal/external customer service.
- Perform any other site/lab specific duties as assigned.
Who You Are:
To perform this job successfully, an individual must be able to perform each essential duty satisfactorily. The requirements listed below are representative of the knowledge, skills and/or abilities required. Reasonable accommodation may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.
EDUCATION and/or EXPERIENCE
- High school diploma required
- Excellent problem solving skills
- Excellent written and oral communication skills
- Ability to work independently
- Exercise good judgment
- Excellent teamwork and collaborations skills
- Excellent interpersonal skills
- Aptitude and interest in laboratory work and orderliness
Physical Requirements
- Repetitive movement of hands, arms, and legs
- Repetitive movement of fingers (typing and/or writing)
- Sitting, with occasional walking, standing, stooping, and moving about
- Exposure to general office and laboratory environment conditions
- Occasionally required to lift up to 25 pounds
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What We Can Offer You
Veracyte is a growing company that offers significant career opportunities if you are curious, driven, patient-oriented and aspire to help us build a great company. We offer competitive compensation and benefits, and are committed to fostering an inclusive workforce, where diverse backgrounds are represented, engaged, and empowered to drive innovative ideas and decisions. We are thrilled to be recognized as a 2024 Certified™ Great Place to Work® in both the US and Israel - a testament to our dynamic, inclusive, and inspiring workplace where passion meets purpose.
About Veracyte
Veracyte (Nasdaq: VCYT) is a global diagnostics company whose vision is to transform cancer care for patients all over the world. We empower clinicians with the high-value insights they need to guide and assure patients at pivotal moments in the race to diagnose and treat cancer. Our Veracyte Diagnostics Platform delivers high-performing cancer tests that are fueled by broad genomic and clinical data, deep bioinformatic and AI capabilities, and a powerful evidence-generation engine, which ultimately drives durable reimbursement and guideline inclusion for our tests, along with new insights to support continued innovation and pipeline development.
Veracyte, Inc. is an Equal Opportunity Employer and will consider all qualified applicants for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, protected veteran status or disability status. Veracyte participates in E-Verify in the United States. View our CCPA Disclosure Notice.
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Get Access To All JobsLaboratory Supervisor CPT: Frequently Asked Questions
Does a Laboratory Supervisor role qualify for CPT authorization?
Yes, if the position is directly tied to your degree program and your school documents that connection in your curriculum. Your DSO will evaluate whether supervisory lab work, such as overseeing safety protocols, managing lab staff, or directing research operations, meets your program's practical training requirement. The job description you submit to your DSO should reflect those curricular connections explicitly.
Do employers need to file anything with USCIS to hire me on CPT?
No. CPT work authorization is managed entirely by your school through SEVIS. Your employer doesn't file a petition or pay any USCIS fees. The employer's only obligation is to verify your employment eligibility through Form I-9, using your F-1 visa documents and CPT-endorsed I-20. Some larger labs also use E-Verify, which is a separate employer-side process.
Can I work as a Laboratory Supervisor on CPT while finishing my degree?
Yes, but the role must remain integral to your coursework throughout the authorization period. Part-time CPT of 20 hours or fewer per week while enrolled full-time is the standard structure for students who haven't yet defended or graduated. Full-time CPT is possible during official breaks or in final semesters when your program explicitly requires it.
How do I find Laboratory Supervisor jobs where employers are comfortable with CPT?
Search Migrate Mate for Laboratory Supervisor roles and filter by employers with prior international hiring activity. Research hospitals, university-affiliated labs, and pharmaceutical contract organizations are the most frequent CPT employers in lab settings. Employers who have filed LCAs for lab roles in the past are generally more familiar with international student work authorization.
What happens to my CPT authorization if the lab changes my job title or duties?
A material change in title or responsibilities may require a new CPT authorization from your DSO. If your employer promotes you from a junior lab role to Laboratory Supervisor mid-employment, notify your DSO immediately. Working outside the scope of your authorized CPT is a status violation, and your I-20 must reflect the actual role you're performing.