Day Shift Histocompatibility Lab Scientist (Sign-On Bonus)

UPMC; Pittsburgh, Northern (Allegheny County, KY); Hybrid; USD 65,000 - 85,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Sign-on bonus

Job summary

UPMC Histocompatibility Laboratory in Pittsburgh seeks a Medical Laboratory Scientist to join the team on a full-time, daylight-shift schedule. This role offers opportunities to develop skills in histocompatibility and immunogenetics within a state-of-the-art lab environment.

You will work with a highly skilled team, perform high-complexity testing, maintain instrumentation, and participate in on-call rotations.

Responsibilities

• Follow established procedures for collection and processing of specimens for analysis, including phlebotomy as required.
• Perform qualitative and quantitative analytical procedures with precision and timeliness.
• Recognize critical, abnormal, and unacceptable test results and follow up per protocols.
• Identify and address factors affecting measurements and results.
• Operate and maintain equipment for quality control and calibration.
• Perform minor repairs and manage reagents and supplies cost-effectively.
• Maintain knowledge of techniques and instruments and their interrelationships.
• Conduct or assist with test development and methodology/equipment evaluation and implementation.
• Perform High Complexity Testing without direct supervision.
• Assume temporary first-line supervision; train and orient new staff as applicable.

Job description

UPMC Histocompatibility Laboratory in Pittsburgh seeks a Medical Laboratory Scientist to join the team on a full-time, daylight-shift schedule. This role offers opportunities to develop skills in histocompatibility and immunogenetics within a state-of-the-art lab environment.

You will work with a highly skilled team, perform high-complexity testing, maintain instrumentation, and participate in on-call rotations.