Clinical Laboratory Technologist -Tissue Typing Night Shift

Stony Brook; Stony Brook, Northern (NY, KY); Hybrid; USD 89,000 - 113,000; Full time

Job summary

Stony Brook Medicine is seeking a Clinical Laboratory Technologist for Tissue Typing on the Night Shift. The role involves preparing specimens, performing HLA typing by serological and molecular methods, and supporting 24/7 lab coverage for organ transplant programs.

Qualified candidates must hold NYS licensure as a Clinical Laboratory Technologist or be eligible with provisional/limited permits and have relevant experience. Strong emphasis on quality control and safety will be expected.

Qualifications

• NYS licensure as a Clinical Laboratory Technologist or documented eligibility including provisional/limited permit.
• Demonstrated relevant experience is required.
• Preference given to experience in molecular tissue typing and histocompatibility.
• Documentation of degree as required for employment.

Responsibilities

• Prepare and test tissue samples for histocompatibility procedures (solid organ or stem cell transplantation).
• Perform HLA typing by serological and molecular methods (SSP & SSO-Luminex).
• Conduct serum HLA antibody detection and donor–recipient crossmatch testing.
• Maintain quality control, safety protocols, and documentation; participate in continuing education.

Job description

Job Description - Clinical Laboratory Technologist -Tissue Typing Night Shift (2602597)

Clinical Laboratory Technologist -Tissue Typing Night Shift

Position Summary

At Stony Brook Medicine, a Clinical Laboratory Technologist is a valuable member of our team, who provides clinical services to our patient population. Qualified candidates will demonstrate superior patient care and possess outstanding communication skills while adhering to our high standard of excellence.

Duties of a Clinical Laboratory Technologist may include but are not limited to the following:

• Has line responsibility for preparation (assessing specimen acceptability) and testing (routine and STAT) of tissue samples for human histocompatibility testing procedures for solid organ or hematopoietic stem cell transplantation.
• Testing includes HLA typing by serological and molecular methods (SSP & SSO-Luminex), serum HLA antibody detection (screen ID and SA by Luminex) and donor‑recipient crossmatch (AHG-CDC) testing. Will report any problems pertaining to this testing to the attention of the lead tech, lab supervisor and or lab director.
• Required to follow all quality control/assurance and safety protocols including reagent preparation, equipment maintenance, required documentation, attendance at laboratory recertification class and continuing education requirements (12 credit hours/annually).
• Required to support 24/7 coverage of lab services to organ transplant programs.
• Assists in the setting up of equipment and procedures, modifications and update of existing procedures and development of overall departmental procedure manuals.
• Assists in the development and implementation of a routine preventative maintenance program for equipment in the clinical laboratories.
• All other duties as assigned.

Qualifications

Required

NYS licensure as a Clinical Laboratory Technologist or documented eligibility including provisional/limited permit
eligibility with demonstrated relevant experience.

Preferred

Experience in molecular tissue typing and molecular engraftment analysis. Certification as a Histocompatibility Technologist by the American Board for Histocompatibility and Immunogenetics, CHT (ABHI) and or the American Society of Clinical Pathologists (ASCP) as a Medical Laboratory Scientist, MLS (ASCP). Documentation of histocompatibility work experience in an ASHI/CAP accredited laboratory performing high-complexity testing under CLIA '88 Regulations as currently modified.

Please Note: Verification of degree (e.g., diploma or official transcript) is required for this role. Upload of documentation must be included with your application for consideration.

Special Notes: Resume/CV should be included with the online application.

Posting Overview

This position will remain posted until filled or for a maximum of 90 days. An initial review of all applicants will occur two weeks from the posting date. Candidates are advised on the application that for full consideration, applications must be received before the initial review date (which is within two weeks of the posting date).

If within the initial review no candidate was selected to fill the position posted, additional applications will be considered for the posted position; however, the posting will close once a finalist is identified, and at minimal, two weeks after the initial posting date. Please note, that if no candidate were identified and hired within 90 days from initial posting, the posting would close for review, and possibly reposted at a later date.

• Stony Brook Medicine is a smoke free environment.Smoking is strictly prohibited anywhere on campus, including parking lots and outdoor areas on the premises.
• All Hospital positions may be subject to changes in pass days and shifts as necessary.
• This position may require the wearing of respiratory protection, which may prohibit the wearing of facial hair.
• This function/position may be designated as “essential.” This means that when the Hospital is faced with an institutional emergency, employees in such positions may be required to remain at their work location or to report to work to protect, recover, and continue operations at Stony Brook Medicine, Stony Brook University Hospital and related facilities.

Prior to start date, the selected candidate must meet the following requirements:

• Successfully complete pre‑employment physical examination and obtain medical clearance from Stony Brook Medicine's Employee Health Services*
• Complete electronic reference check with a minimum of three (3) professional references.
• Successfully complete a 4panel drug screen*
• Meet Regulatory Requirements for pre employment screenings.
• Provide a copy of any required New York State license(s)/certificate(s).

Failure to comply with any of the above requirements could result in a delayed start date and/or revocation of the employment offer.

*The hiring department will be responsible for any fee incurred for examination.

Anticipated Pay Range

The salary range for this position is $89,142 - $113,055 Base. The above salary range represents SBUH's good faith and reasonable estimate of the range of possible compensation at the time of posting. The specific salary offer will be based on the candidate's validated years of comparable experience. Any efforts to inflate or misrepresent experience are grounds for disqualification from the application process or termination of employment if hired.

Some positions offer annual supplemental pay such as:

• Location pay for UUP, CSEA & PEF full‑time positions ($4000)
• Inconvenience pay/supplemental shift differential. ($575)

Your total compensation goes beyond the number in your paycheck. SBUH provides generous leave, health plans, and a state pension that add to your bottom line.

Job Number

2602597

Job Field

Laboratory

Primary Location

Department/Hiring Area : Tissue Typing

Schedule

Full-time

Shift

Night Shift Shift Hours : M-F 10:30pm-7am, on call rotation for weekends and holidays Pass Days : Sat, Sun, Variable

Posting Start Date

Aug 6, 2026

Salary Grade

SL1

Company Culture and Benefits

Stony Brook Medicine integrates and elevates all of Stony Brook University's health‑related initiatives: education, research and patient care. It includes our Health Sciences schools — Medicine, Dental, Health Professions, Nursing and Social Welfare—a Program in Public Health, as well as Stony Brook University Hospital, Stony Brook Children's Hospital, Stony Brook Southampton Hospital, Stony Brook Eastern Long Island Hospital, Long Island State Veterans Home, and more than 200 community‑based healthcare settings throughout Suffolk County.

Stony Brook University is committed to excellence in diversity and the creation of an inclusive learning, and working environment. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, national origin, religion, sex, pregnancy, familial status, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, age, disability, genetic information, veteran status and all other protected classes under federal or state laws.

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