Clinical Lab Scientist - Part Time Nights

UCSF Health; San Francisco (CA); On-site; USD 70,000 - 100,000; Full time

Job summary

UCSF Health is seeking a skilled Chemistry Technician to perform and report test procedures using manual and automated methods. You will operate laboratory instrumentation, troubleshoot errant equipment, and ensure accuracy under high-volume conditions in a fast-paced hospital setting.

You will follow established quality control procedures, participate in related tasks across the chemistry section, and collaborate with a multidisciplinary team to support timely, reliable patient results.

Qualifications

• BA/BS in a related science is required.
• Flexibility to orient and work at all UCSF Medical Center locations.
• Experience with quality control procedures and high-volume chemistry testing.

Responsibilities

• Performs and reports test procedures in Chemistry, manually and automated.
• Operates laboratory instrumentation and equipment to generate accurate results.
• Initiates troubleshooting of errant equipment and follows QC procedures.

Skills

High-volume testing

Lab safety

Quality control

Education

BA/BS in a related science

Tools

Laboratory instrumentation

Job description

Performs test procedures in Chemistry. Performs and reports test results (manually and automated). Operates laboratory instrumentation & equipment to accurately generate test results. Initiates troubleshooting of errant laboratory instrumentation & equipment as needed. Follows established quality control procedures and participate in all associated tasks in the section. Must be able to work in a high-volume setting.

Job Description

Performs test procedures in Chemistry. Performs and reports test results (manually and automated). Operates laboratory instrumentation & equipment to accurately generate test results. Initiates troubleshooting of errant laboratory instrumentation & equipment as needed. Follows established quality control procedures and participate in all associated tasks in the section. Must be able to work in a high-volume setting.

Qualifications

• This position requires flexibility to orient and work at all UCSF Medical Center locations
• College graduate degree with a BA or BS in a related science

Preferred Qualifications

• Previous experience in a high-volume laboratory doing clinical laboratory testing
• Prefer experience with current automation and instrumentation used in a clinical laboratory
• Recent experience performing clinical lab testing in Chemistry.

Required Licenses/Certifications

• California Clinical Laboratory Scientist (CLS) license or
• California Clinical Chemistry Scientist License

About Us

The University of California, San Francisco (UCSF) is a leading university dedicated to promoting health worldwide through advanced biomedical research, graduate-level education in the life sciences and health professions, and excellence in patient care. It is the only campus in the 10-campus UC system dedicated exclusively to the health sciences.

We bring together the world’s leading experts in nearly every area of health. We are home to five Nobel laureates who have advanced the understanding of cancer, neurodegenerative diseases, aging and stem cells.

Pride Values

UCSF is a diverse community made of people with many skills and talents. We seek candidates whose work experience or community service has prepared them to contribute to our commitment to professionalism, respect, integrity, diversity and excellence – also known as our PRIDE values.

In addition to our PRIDE values, UCSF is committed to equity - both in how we deliver care as well as our workforce. We are committed to building a broadly diverse community, nurturing a culture that is welcoming and supportive, and engaging diverse ideas for the provision of culturally competent education, discovery, and patient care. Additional information about UCSF is available here.

Join us to find a rewarding career contributing to improving healthcare worldwide.

Equal Employment Opportunity

The University of California is an Equal Opportunity Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, age, protected veteran status, or other protected status under state or federal law.

Salary Information

The final salary and offer components are subject to additional approvals based on UC policy. Your placement within the salary range is dependent on a number of factors including your work experience and internal equity within this position classification at UCSF. For positions that are represented by a labor union, placement within the salary range will be guided by the rules in the collective bargaining agreement. To learn more about the benefits of working at UCSF, including total compensation, please visit: https://ucnet.universityofcalifornia.edu/compensation-and-benefits/index.html