Clinical Laboratory Specialist

Scorpion Therapeutics; United States; Remote; USD 60,000 - 80,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading company in the pharmaceutical sector is seeking a laboratory technician to operate and maintain various instruments crucial for hematology and clinical chemistry. The ideal candidate will have a B.S./B.A. in medical laboratory science and 3-5 years of experience, with a strong preference for certification. Responsibilities include ensuring compliance with Good Laboratory Practice and participating in proficiency surveys.

Qualifications

• 3-5 years of relevant experience in a clinical pathology laboratory.
• MLS (ASCP) or AMT certification preferred.
• Biology background with a willingness to learn may be considered.

Responsibilities

• Operating and maintaining instruments for hematology and clinical chemistry.
• Interpreting quality control results for accurate test results.
• Performing preventive maintenance and calibration of laboratory instruments.

Skills

Laboratory informatics systems

Flow cytometry

Plate-based assays

Education

B.S./B.A. in medical laboratory science or related field

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Responsibilities

Operating and maintaining instruments for hematology, clinical chemistry, coagulation, and urinalysis.

Interpreting and troubleshooting quality control results to ensure accurate and precise test results.

Performing preventive maintenance, troubleshooting, and calibration of laboratory instrumentation.

Following all policies, procedures and guidelines necessary for Good Laboratory Practice (GLP) regulatory compliance and in accordance with CLIA and CLSI.

Using a validated computer system to receive and process orders, and provide test results.

Participating in CAP proficiency surveys.

Developing and updating standard operating procedures (SOP)s.

Designing and implementing procedures for instrument qualification and method validation.

Completing all mandatory internal training and following implemented health and safety requirements.

Completing additional training to develop competency in new methods as they are implemented.

Standing, sitting, lifting up to 40lbs (on occasion), pipetting and other general lab tasks.

Requirements

B.S./B.A. in medical laboratory science or related field, with 3-5 years of relevant experience.

MLS (ASCP), or AMT certification is strongly preferred, but a candidate with a biology background and a willingness to learn may be considered.

Ideally greater than 3 years of experience within a clinical pathology laboratory within a pharmaceutical company, CRO, hospital or diagnostic company.

Knowledge of laboratory informatics systems, flow cytometry or plate-based assays.