Laboratory Technician - Clinical Chemistry Section

Laboratory Technician – Clinical Chemistry Section

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Salary: $20.60 - $33.68 / Posted Thru: 1/16/2026

Location: 100% In Person – State of Michigan Laboratory - Lansing, MI

Purpose: The function of the Laboratory technician in the Clinical Chemistry section is to participate in a variety of laboratory support activities associated with the analysis of human specimens and biological samples of epidemiologic and environmental importance.

• Work under general supervision to prepare and test samples in the Clinical Chemistry section.
• Ensure acceptability of specimens/samples for testing.
• Ensure acceptability and quality assurance of testing materials.
• Prepare calibration standards, QC materials, mobile phase, and other reagents for PFAS and other testing in CC.
• Perform serum extractions for the analysis of POPs in support of various biomonitoring projects.
• Prepare clinical and environmental samples for analysis using the semi‑automated sample preparation system.
• Set‑up samples for instrument analysis.
• Ensure proper disposal of testing and specimen materials, including updating sample tracking and disposal logs.

• Participate in clinical activity for biomonitoring projects by processing blood and urine specimens for analysis at the BOL.
• Package and transport specimens from clinics to the laboratory for analysis.
• Support biomonitoring activities in the Mobile Laboratory by fulfilling laboratory technician responsibilities for specimen processing.
• Label and record participant information using RedCAP or other data management software during clinic activities.

• Operate autoclave and properly manage and dispose of biological waste generated in the unit.
• Assist in the preparation of stocks, solutions, and reagents as needed, ensuring proper labeling and adherence to storage and expiration requirements.
• Assist in inventory management and supply organization as assigned.
• Clean and maintain laboratory glassware and other consumables for use in sample preparation procedures.
• Perform preventative maintenance tasks on laboratory equipment including cleaning, disinfecting, calibrating, and replacing consumable components.
• Follow established laboratory safety procedures, policies, and practices at all times.
• Maintain accurate and up‑to‑date records of all work performed.

• Retrieve incoming clinical specimens and environmental samples from designated pickup points in CC and verify blood‑lead specimens against requisition forms.
• Screen and accession clinical specimens and environmental samples by type of test requested.
• Enter specimen and environmental sample data from submitter’s test requisition forms into StarLIMS.
• File hard copies of specimen data from submitter’s test requisition forms in the section’s filing system.
• Deliver clinical specimens and environmental samples to the appropriate testing areas or storage location, with test requisition forms if required.
• Maintain cleanliness of the specimen sorting and accessioning area, tools, and equipment.
• Perform other data entry tasks as needed, including QC data from instrument analyses, input calculations for method validation or verification work, and update reagent and supply inventory records.

• Properly pack and prepare PFAS water sampling supplies for pick‑up or delivery to field staff.
• Assist in the preparation of biomonitoring sampling supplies to meet project needs, shipping sampling supplies to MDHHS staff or contractors, as necessary.
• Participate in federal exercises for shipping and receiving of bioterrorism and chemical terrorism samples.

• Education: Associate degree in biological or chemical science (e.g., clinical laboratory science, biology, chemistry, etc.) required. Bachelor’s degree preferred.
• Experience: No specific type or amount of experience is required. A desire to participate in laboratory support functions in a variety…