Clinical Laboratory Scientist

CLINICAL LABORATORY SCIENTIST (24 HOURS)

This position includes a generous benefits package through the State of Rhode Island Benefits. To learn more about the benefits package please visit:  and https://(Use the "Apply for this Job" box below)./

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This position does not offer the college tuition waiver benefits. A pre-employment criminal background check is required for the successful applicant and will be paid for by the University.

Position Information

Posting Number - CS02303

Job Title - CLINICAL LABORATORY SCIENTIST (24 HOURS)

Position Number - 0123

Pay Rate - $38.81 - $43.46 per hour (Does not include shift differential if applicable)

Pay Grade Level
- Grade 327

Position Type
- Classified Civil Service Staff

Union - C94/L528 - Council 94/Local 528 (Serv/Maint)

Status
- Academic Year, Permanent, Part-time

Department Information

Department
- Health Svs.

Contact(s) - Karen G. Healey, MS Specialist, Talent Acquisition Human Resource Administration 80 Lower College Road

Contact Phone/Extension -

Contact Email -

Physical Demands

Campus Location
- Kingston

Building(s) - Potter Building

Duties and Responsibilities - ILLUSTRATIVE EXAMPLES OF WORK PERFORMED:

To perform a variety of standardized tests and quality control in a clinical laboratory within the field of specialization indicated by the title within the group such as: GENERAL:
Chemistry, serology, transfusion, and microbiology laboratories, or, as required, any combination thereof; or, Public Health Chemistry – the biomonitoring laboratory; or, Public Health Microbiology – the virology, microbiology, or serology laboratory, or, as required, any combination thereof. As it applies to all classes:
To assist in the performance of complex examinations and tests. To analyze and interpret findings in accordance with established procedures and to present conclusions and recommendations through the submission of analytical reports to superiors. To perform microbiological and serological tests for the identification, enumeration, and description of bacteria, viruses, or pathological conditions. To perform biochemical tests and analyses on blood, urine and other body fluids.

To perform routine and special hematological tests and analyses. To prepare and test standardized stains, culture media and reagents. To maintain and operate various laboratory instruments. To learn new and improved laboratory methods and procedures. To participate in maintaining a quality assessment and improvement program. To perform quality control procedures and identify compliance with standards. To utilize safety procedures according to established standards.

To assist in evaluations involving quality assessment and improvement programs. To utilize and maintain a data management system incorporating the latest computer technology. To keep records of tests and analyses and prepare reports as required. To perform technical review of laboratory data. To comply with all applicable governmental laws and regulations and institutional policies and procedures. To participate in the instruction and evaluation of students.

To do related work as required.

Required Qualifications - KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS AND CAPACITIES: A working knowledge of standard laboratory instruments and equipment and the techniques and procedures concerning their use; a working knowledge of the basic theories, principles, and practices of clinical laboratory science; a working knowledge of the literature and current developments in the field of clinical laboratory science; the ability to exercise judgement in preparing specimens for testing, determining appropriate test procedures, and interpreting test results;

the ability to perform clinical laboratory science tests with a high degree of accuracy and precision; the ability to establish and maintain effective working relationships with coworkers; the ability to prepare clear and concise reports; and related capacities and abilities.

EDUCATION AND EXPERIENCE:

Education:

Such as may have been gained through: graduation from a college of recognized standing with a Bachelor's Degree in Clinical Laboratory Science, or related science. SPECIAL REQUIREMENT:
Must meet and continually maintain the standards for qualification of personnel who perform clinical laboratory tests as required by RIGL 23-16.2-6.

Work Hours - 4:00pm TO 8:00 PM — Monday through Friday with Rotating Work every third weekend 12:00pm – 4:30pm Academic year dates are September – May (36 weeks), does not include two weeks during J Term

Posting Date - 08/28/2026

Closing Date - 09/08/2026