Medical Laboratory Scientist; MLS

Responsibilities

• Perform high-complex molecular laboratory testing including pathogen agnostic whole genome sequencing for diagnosis of unknown or emerging pathogens
• Conduct pathogen-specific testing such as antibody/antigen tests, RT-PCR, and Multilocus Sequence Typing (MLST)
• Execute whole genome sequencing for diagnosis and treatment decision-making
• Participate in CDC Laboratory Response Network (LRN) activities
• Assist with VA Public Health preparedness and response requirements
• Conduct laboratory surveillance, lookback and outbreak investigations
• Support VA response to high consequence infections such as Ebola, mpox, or H5N1 avian influenza
• Maintain accurate documentation and records of all testing procedures and results
• Ensure compliance with all laboratory safety protocols and quality assurance standards
• Participate in ongoing training and professional development to stay current with evolving technologies and methodologies

• Ability to successfully undergo a Government sponsored background investigation (US Citizenship Required)
• Bachelor's or graduate/higher level degree from a regionally accredited college/university including courses in biological science, chemistry and mathematics
• Successful completion of a Medical Laboratory Scientist/Clinical Laboratory Scientist program accredited by the National Accrediting Agency for Clinical Laboratory Sciences (NAACLS) or an accrediting body recognized by the U.S. Department of Education
• Current certification as a Medical Technologist (MT), Medical Laboratory Scientist (MLS), or Clinical Laboratory Scientist (CLS) from ASCP-BOC, ASCP-BOR, or AMT
• Minimum of 2 years of experience in molecular diagnostic testing and advanced laboratory techniques
• Experience with next-generation sequencing technologies, PCR techniques, and bioinformatics tools preferred
• Experience with high-complexity testing and/or public health laboratory work preferred

Dayton VA Medical Center, 4100 West Third Street, Dayton, OH 45428

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