Clinical Lab Technologist 3, Microbiology

SUNY Downstate; New York (NY); On-site; USD 80,000 - 90,000; Full time

Job summary

SUNY Downstate Health Sciences University in Brooklyn, NY invites applications for a full-time Clinical Lab Technologist 3, Microbiology. The role conducts microbiology and virology tests, ensuring quality control and instrumentation support.

Requirements include a Bachelor’s in Medical Technology or related field and NYS CLT licensure; ASCP certification is preferred and prior Microbiology experience is encouraged. Salary from $80,000 to $90,000 plus $4,000 location pay.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree or equivalent in Medical Technology, Physical or Biological Sciences.
• New York State CLT Licensure is required.
• ASCP certification is preferred; prior Microbiology experience encouraged.

Responsibilities

• Perform clinical laboratory procedures and tests in Microbiology and Virology.
• Demonstrate knowledge of instrumentation and methodology used in Microbiology and Virology.
• Maintain quality control, troubleshooting and maintenance of lab equipment.
• Adapt to additional duties as needed.

Skills

ASCP certification

Prior Microbiology work experience

Education

Bachelor’s Degree or equivalent in Medical Technology, Physical or Biological Sciences

New York State Clinical Laboratory Technologist Licensure

Job description

Clinical Lab Technologist 3, Microbiology

Brooklyn, NY, United States

About Us

Are you looking to take your career to new heights with a leader in healthcare?SUNY Downstate Health Sciences Universityis one of the nation's leading metropolitan medical centers. As the only academic medical center in Brooklyn, we serve a large population that is among the most diverse in the world. We are also highly-ranked by Castle Connolly Medical, a healthcare rating company for consumers, among the top 5 leading U.S. medical schools for training doctors.

Job Description

The Department of Clinical Laboratories at SUNY Downstate Health Sciences University is seeking a full-time Clinical Laboratory Technologist 3, Microbiology. The successful candidate will:

• Perform clinical laboratory procedures and examinations and any other tests or procedures conducted by the Microbiology and Virology Laboratories.
• Demonstrate working knowledge of routine instrumentation and methodology used in Clinical Microbiology and Virology; specific familiarization with variant equipment.
• Demonstrate good knowledge of quality control, maintenance and troubleshooting on Microbiology and Virology methodologies and instrumentation.
• Demonstrate flexibility as duties and responsibilities are not limited to the above description.

Required Qualifications

• Bachelor’s Degree or equivalent in Medical Technology, Physical or Biological Sciences.
• New York State Clinical Laboratory Technologist Licensure.

Preferred Qualifications

• ASCP certification.
• Prior Microbiology work experience.

SUNY Downstate Health Sciences University is an affirmative action, equal opportunity employer and does not discriminate on the basis of race, color, national origin, religion, creed, age, disability, sex, gender identity or expression, sexual orientation, familial status, pregnancy, predisposing genetic characteristics, military status, domestic violence victim status, criminal conviction, and all other protected classes under federal or state laws.

Women, minorities, veterans, individuals with disabilities and members of underrepresented groups are encouraged to apply.

If you are an individual with a disability and need a reasonable accommodation for any part of the application process, or in order to perform the essential functions of a position, please contact Human Resources [e-mail].

Job Info

• Job Schedule Full time
• Job Shift Variable
• Posting Date 07/29/2026, 06:37 PM
• Job Identification 496994Grade NSSL2 - 08
• Days of Week Variable
• Shift Start Time Variable
• Shift End Time Variable
• Union Name UUP
• Minimum Base Salary 80,000
• Maximum Base Salary 90,000
• Additional Compensation 1 Location Pay
• Additional Compensation 1 Amount 4,000
• Other Job Title Clinical Lab Technologist 3, Microbiology