Clinical Laboratory Scientist — Diagnostics & Quality

U.S. Department of Veterans Affairs; Clarksburg (MA); On-site; USD 65,000 - 105,000; Full time

Job summary

U.S. Department of Veterans Affairs in Massachusetts seeks a Clinical Laboratory Scientist to perform, evaluate, and validate lab procedures across multiple specialties.

The role requires independence with supervision and adherence to regulatory standards, with opportunities from GS-07 entry to GS-11 advanced levels. The incumbent will work with a range of specimens using manual or automated methods, ensuring accuracy, quality control, and proper maintenance of instruments while supporting

Qualifications

• U.S. citizenship required unless specified.
• Bachelor's degree or higher from an accredited college or university.
• Certification options: MLS Generalist from ASCP BOC or AMT; MT Generalist from ASCP BOR or AMT; or categorical/specialist certifications by ASCP or AMT.
• English language proficiency for spoken and written English.

Responsibilities

• Perform, evaluate, and validate laboratory procedures and results.
• Use manual or automated techniques on biological specimens and/or environmental samples.
• Troubleshoot and maintain laboratory instrumentation and quality control.

Education

Bachelor's degree or higher

Job description

U.S. Department of Veterans Affairs in Massachusetts seeks a Clinical Laboratory Scientist to perform, evaluate, and validate lab procedures across multiple specialties.

The role requires independence with supervision and adherence to regulatory standards, with opportunities from GS-07 entry to GS-11 advanced levels. The incumbent will work with a range of specimens using manual or automated methods, ensuring accuracy, quality control, and proper maintenance of instruments while supporting