Clinical Lab Scientist , 1st Shift, Hoxworth Blood Center, Division of Transplantation Immunology

Job Overview

The Hoxworth Blood Center, Division of Transplantation Immunology, seeks a motivated individual to conduct clinical laboratory testing. This full‑time (100% FTE) Clinical Lab Scientist 1 position will have a background in immunology, be a critical thinker with excellent communication skills, and an ability to work independently. Work experience in flow cytometry and molecular DNA testing is ideal. The position will be assigned to work 1st shift, M‑F 6:00 am to 2:30 pm.

Sign‑On Bonus: $5,000

Starting Pay Range: $27‑29 hourly

Shift Differential: $4 hourly

• Perform testing, interpret and record results.
• Perform quality control and proficiency testing.
• Comply with cGMP requirements (in appropriate areas) regarding test interpretation and validity of results.
• Communicate and report test results to external customers, as well as internal.
• Respond to other healthcare professionals' questions regarding results.
• Clerically process incoming patient blood samples. Compose written case reports for hospital patient referrals, when appropriate.
• Prepare laboratory reagents. Develop and perform reagent evaluation studies and other special projects with supervisory review.
• Quarantine and discard blood products with positive test results, when appropriate.
• Maintain equipment and clean, safe work area.
• Assume on‑call responsibilities, as required.
• Perform related duties based on departmental need. This job description can be changed at any time.

• Bachelor's Degree in Medical Technology, Medical Laboratory Sciences, or other related biological science.
• Four (4) years of relevant work experience and/or other specialized training can be used in lieu of education requirement.

Some labs require MLT(ASCP), MLS(ASCP), MT(ASCP), BB(ASCP), or SBB(ASCP).

• Sitting – continuously
• Repetitive hand motion (such as typing) – often
• Hearing, listening – often
• Talking – often
• Standing – often
• Walking – often
• Bending – often
• Reaching overhead – often
• Lifting – up to 20 pounds – often
• Stooping – seldom
• Climbing stairs/ladders – seldom
• Kneeling, squatting – seldom
• Crouching – seldom
• Pulling, pushing – seldom
• Lifting – up to 50 pounds – seldom
• Lifting – over 50 pounds – seldom

UC offers an exceptional benefits package designed to support your well‑being, financial security, and work‑life balance.

• Competitive salary based on experience
• Comprehensive health coverage (medical, dental, vision, prescription)
• Flexible spending accounts & wellness programs
• Professional development & mentorship opportunities

Salary/Hourly Pay Rate Information:
Starting Pay Range: $27‑29 hourly

Sign‑On Bonus: $5,000
Shift Differential: $4 hourly

UC is an E‑Verify employer. If hired into this position, you will be required to provide satisfactory proof of employment eligibility by providing acceptable, original forms of identification for employment verification via the Federal I‑9 employment verification process.  for a list of acceptable documents.

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