Clinical Lab Scientist Specialist

Clinical Lab Scientist Specialist

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JOB POSTING

UC Santa Cruz Student Health Services is seeking a Clinical Laboratory Scientist Specialist to support laboratory services that help meet the healthcare needs of our students. The ideal candidate will possess technical expertise, attention to detail, and a commitment to quality and accuracy in a clinical setting.

The Student Health Center laboratory is open on weekdays only. No evening or weekend hours are required.

While full time employment is preferred, the option of a 4 day per week schedule can be discussed itionally, this position offers an optional 4-week summer furlough after the first year of employment. Positions with summer work breaks contain regularly scheduled periods during which the Clinical Laboratory Scientist Specialist remains an employee, and retains health benefits, but is not paid and not at work.

UC Santa Cruz (UCSC) is the county's largest employer and one of the most beautiful campuses in the nation. Perched on the coast overlooking Monterey Bay, our main campus offers a stunning setting and a vibrant community where over 3,100 staff members build meaningful careers, enjoy comprehensive benefits, and contribute to a mission that makes a difference.

UCSC offers staff a comprehensive benefits package designed to support health and well-being.

Here is a sample of benefit options:

Medical, dental, and vision insurance plans
UC Retirement Pension Plan
Optional life, legal, and pet insurance
Paid holidays, plus accrued vacation and sick leave
Discounts at UCSC recreation facilities

For details, please visit: UCnet-Benefits

Thank you for your interest in joining the UC Santa Cruz community.

HOW TO APPLY

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ABOUT UC SANTA CRUZ

UC Santa Cruz is a public university like no other in California, combining the experience of a small, liberal arts college with the depth and rigor of a major research university. It's known as an unconventional place where innovation and experimentation is part of the campus's DNA. That playful, bold spirit still thrives today, all on a campus renowned as among the most beautiful in the world.

DEPARTMENT OVERVIEW

UC Santa Cruz (UCSC) Student Health Services (SHS) is a full-service medical facility offering clinical, educational, and psychological support to UCSC students. SHS is deeply committed to ensuring affordable, well-integrated, multidisciplinary healthcare that effectively supports the university's diverse campus communities through equitable access and culturally competent, high-quality programs and services.

The Primary Care Program offers primary care and same-day care services, supported by on-site radiology, a COLA-accredited clinical laboratory, and the campus pharmacy offering prescription and over-the-counter products. Counseling and Psychological Services, Case Management, and Psychiatry services are available for crisis intervention, mental health support, and outreach services.

Additional departments include Student Health Outreach and Promotion (SHOP), home of the Condom Co-op, the Cove Collegiate Recovery Program (CCRP), where students receive harm-reduction and recovery services; CARE (Center for Advocacy, Resources & Empowerment) the advocacy and prevention education office that supports those who have experienced sexual assault, stalking, and dating/domestic violence;
Optometry, and Student Insurance and Referral Programs.

Student Health Services serves graduate and undergraduate students. Services include a Same-Day Clinic for acute medical conditions as well as appointments for less acute conditions, chronic conditions, and health maintenance. Student Health Services also has psychiatry, allergy and immunization clinics, as well as an in-house pharmacy, x-ray, and laboratory services.

Student Health Services employs approximately 150 staff and welcomes staff with an interest and experience working with college students with a wide range of ethnic, cultural, and gender identities.

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