Clinical Laboratory Scientist I - Immunology

Stand Together Ventures Lab; San Juan Capistrano (CA); On-site; USD 65,000 - 85,000; Full time

Job summary

Stand Together Ventures Lab is seeking a Clinical Lab Scientist I to perform complex immunology testing in a fast-paced lab. You will independently run tests, prepare reagents, and evaluate specimens, ensuring accurate results and timely reporting.

Responsibilities include maintaining equipment, performing QC, and training unlicensed staff. A Bachelor's in medical technology or related field and an active CLS license are required, with 0–3 years of lab experience preferred.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in medical technology or related sciences.
• Current state CLS license if required.
• Zero to three years of laboratory experience preferred.
• Proficient in Microsoft Office with strong typing and automation skills.
• Able to perform repetitive tasks, lift up to 50 pounds with assistance, and have good eye-hand coordination.
• Testing for color blindness may be required.

Responsibilities

• Independently conducts moderate to highly complex tests following established procedures.
• Prepares reagents and controls.
• Evaluates specimen acceptability.
• Calculates and documents results.
• Ensures timely reporting of results.
• Maintains and calibrates laboratory equipment.
• Performs quality control, troubleshooting, and proficiency testing.
• Ensures safety, cleanliness, and proper waste disposal in the lab.
• Provides supervision and training to unlicensed staff.
• Participates in quality improvement initiatives.
• Supports new techniques and procedures.
• Maintains confidentiality and adheres to safety and infection control policies.
• Communicates effectively with team members and management.

Skills

Attention to detail

Manual dexterity

Team training

Communication

Education

Bachelor's degree in medical technology or related sciences

State CLS license

Tools

Microsoft Office

Laboratory automation

Color vision testing

Job description

Role:

Clinical Lab Scientist I, responsible for performing complex clinical laboratory testing within the Immunology department.

Key Duties:

• Independently conducts moderate to highly complex tests following established procedures.
• Prepares reagents and controls.
• Evaluates specimen acceptability.
• Calculates and documents results.
• Ensures timely reporting.
• Maintains and calibrates laboratory equipment.
• Performs quality control, troubleshooting, and proficiency testing.
• Ensures safety, cleanliness, and proper waste disposal in the lab.
• Provides supervision and training to unlicensed staff.
• Participates in quality improvement initiatives.
• Supports new techniques and procedures.
• Maintains confidentiality and adheres to safety and infection control policies.
• Communicates effectively with team members and management.

Qualifications & Skills:

• Bachelor's degree in medical technology or related sciences.
• current state Clinical Laboratory Scientist license if required.
• Zero to three years of laboratory experience preferred.
• Proficient in Microsoft Office, with strong typing and automation skills.
• Must be able to perform repetitive tasks, lift objects up to 50 pounds with assistance, and have good eye-hand coordination.
• Testing for color blindness may be required.

Additional Requirements:

• Ability to perform physical tasks.
• Maintain high standards of accuracy.
• Demonstrate integrity and professionalism.
• Continual professional development through education is encouraged.