HLA Technologist Trainee

tulanectsi; New Orleans (LA); On-site; USD 52,000 - 76,000; Full time

Job summary

Tulane University is seeking a Histocompatibility Technologist in New Orleans to perform HLA typing, HLA antibody screening, and crossmatching in support of transplant programs. After one year of training, the candidate may apply for the CHT exam; completion is required for promotion to HLA Technologist I.

Two exam attempts are allowed as part of the training plan. Responsibilities include mandatory on-call/overtime service, computer proficiency, and clear written and verbal communication with

Qualifications

• Requires a Bachelor's degree in a chemical, physical, biological, or clinical laboratory science.
• Willingness to provide on-call/overtime services is mandatory.
• Ability to communicate verbally and in writing with colleagues, providers, and other personnel.

Responsibilities

• Provide on-call/overtime services as required.
• Demonstrate knowledge of computers and common software such as word processing and spreadsheets.
• Communicate effectively with colleagues, providers, and other personnel both verbally and in writing.

Skills

On-call availability

Communication skills

Computer literacy

Education

Bachelor's degree in chemical, physical, biological, or clinical laboratory science

Tools

MS Word

Spreadsheets

Job description

Perform histocompatibility testing, e.g., HLA typing, HLA antibody screening, and crossmatching, in support of the Tulane Transplant and other Programs. The employee will have Quality Control and Quality Assurance responsibilities. After one year of training, the technologist will apply to take the Certified Histocompatibility Technologist (CHT) exam provided by the American College of Histocompatibility and Immunogenetics (ACHI). The employee is given two attempts to pass this exam and must do so to fulfill the training plan and requirements for promotion to HLA Technologist I. If a technician has not met requirements for promotion after two years, they may not continue in this position. Applicants eligible for an HLA Technologist I (or higher) position should apply for that position.

Responsibilities

• Willingness to provide on-call/overtime services is mandatory.
• Knowledge of computers and common software such as word processing and spreadsheets.
• Ability to communicate verbally and in writing with colleagues, providers, and other personnel.

Qualifications

REQUIRED EDUCATION AND EXPERIENCE:

• Bachelor’s degree in a chemical, physical, biological, or clinical laboratory science.

PREFERRED QUALIFICATIONS :

• Master's degree in a chemical, physical, biological, or clinical laboratory science.
• Experience in histocompatibility or other clinical or research-focused laboratory testing.
• Applicants meeting criteria for an HLA Technologist position may be offered that position.

About Us

Tulane University is an equal opportunity educator and employer committed to providing an education and employment environment free of unlawful discrimination, harassment, and retaliation. Legally protected demographic classifications (such as a person’s race, color, religion, age, sex, national origin, shared ancestry, disability, genetics, veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by federal, state, or local laws) are not relied upon as an eligibility, selection or participation criteria for Tulane’s employment or educational programs or activities.
Tulane University is responsible for providing reasonable accommodations to individuals with disabilities throughout the applicant screening process. If you need assistance in completing an application or during any phase of the interview process, please contact the Office of Human Resources by phone at 504-865-4748 or by email at [e-mail] .

Job Info

• Job Identification 2031
• Job Category Research
• Posting Date 09/28/2026, 10:12 PM
• Degree Level Bachelor's Degree
• Job Schedule Full time
• Job Shift Day
• Locations New Orleans, LA, United States
• Legal Employer Tulane University
• Business Unit Tulane University