Excellence in Science Scholarship

NeoGenomics; Houston (TX); On-site; USD 42,000 - 54,000; Full time

Job summary

NeoGenomics is seeking a Clinical Laboratory Technologist – Flow Cytometry for current Howard University and Texas Southern University Clinical Laboratory Science Program students. You will analyze specimens, review and release test results, prepare stock solutions, reagents and cocktails, and perform testing based on standard criteria.

You will document observations, handle corrective actions, and contribute to ongoing education and safety practices within the lab.

Qualifications

• ASCP generalist license eligibility required at time of graduation.
• Eligibility for state license to perform laboratory testing (FL, CA).
• Cumulative GPA of 3.0 or higher from Howard University.
• Willing to work in a biohazard environment and follow Safety Manual policies.

Responsibilities

• Documents corrective actions when test systems deviate from specifications.
• Demonstrates initiative to improve efficiency and productivity; provides feedback.
• Maintains laboratory in a clean, functional state; schedules equipment maintenance and calibration.
• Participates in continuing education.

Skills

Laboratory techniques

Computer skills

Communication

Attention to detail

Education

Bachelor’s Degree in chemical, physical, or biological sciences

Bachelor’s Degree in Medical Technology (preferred)

Job description

***This opportunity is for current Howard University and Texas Southern University Clinical Laboratory Science Program Students only***As aClinicalLaboratoryTechnologistI-Flow Cytometryyou will work under general supervision. You will be responsible for performing highly complex laboratory testing procedures. You will figure out acceptability of specimens for testing, prepare clinical specimens and identify specimen related problems.

In this position, you will need to analyze specimens and review and release test results. You will have the means to prepare stock solutions, reagents and cocktails used in the laboratory. You will then test these based on standard criteria and document all observations.

• Documents all corrective actions taken when test systems deviate from the laboratory’s established performance specifications
• Demonstrates initiative in making suggestions to improve efficiency and productivity and provides consistent feedback
• Maintains laboratory in a clean, functional state, as well as cleaning, performing or scheduling equipment and instrument maintenance/calibration/certification, as required
• Participates in continuing education

Education:

• ABachelor’sDegreefromanaccreditedcollegeoruniversityin one of the chemical, physical, or biological sciences with the addition of at least one year of laboratory experience/training/training course is required
• ABachelor’s DegreeinMedicalTechnologyis preferred

Qualification Requirements:

• Nationally: Eligibility for ASCP generalist License required at time of graduation
• Florida, California:Eligibility for state license to perform laboratory testing required.
• Cumulative GPA of 3.0 or higher from Howard University
• Knowledge of laboratory techniques
• Possesses appropriate computer skills to accomplish tasks
• Ability to communicate effectively
• Good social skills and attention to detail
• Motivated to work independently and within a team environment
• Willing to work in a biohazard environment and follow safety policies and standards outlined in the Safety Manual
• Good visual acuity including color perception required for certain departments
• Ability to lift up to 50 pounds