Lab Technician (2nd Shift/Medical/Clinical/Recent Grads)

Russell Tobin; Knoxville (TN); On-site; USD 42,000 - 66,000; Full time

Job summary

Russell Tobin is partnering with a leading healthcare and life sciences organization to identify a Lab Technician for an opportunity in Knoxville, TN.

Responsibilities include donor suitability testing, routine analytical testing, instrument operation, and regulatory compliance in a 2nd shift role. Requires an associate degree in a lab science with preferred bachelor’s; 2 years’ lab experience ideal. Onsite in Knoxville with safety and cross-functional training.

Qualifications

• Associate degree in Chemical, Physical, Biological, Clinical Laboratory Science, Medical Technology, or a related field.
• Bachelor’s degree preferred.
• 2 years of related laboratory experience preferred; recent graduates are welcome to apply.
• Medical Laboratory Technician (MLT) or Medical Technologist (MT) licensure in Tennessee preferred but not required.
• Ability to work in a fast-paced laboratory environment and follow established procedures and regulatory requirements.

Responsibilities

• Perform laboratory procedures related to donor suitability, unit testing, and other required assays.
• Conduct routine analytical testing using manual and automated methods and evaluate results against established controls.
• Perform and document laboratory maintenance, quality control, calibration, and preventative maintenance according to SOPs.
• Operate analytical instruments and laboratory equipment, troubleshoot issues, and escalate unresolved equipment problems to the Supervisor.
• Maintain accurate laboratory records while following cGMP, regulatory, safety, and EHS requirements.
• Develop proficiency with laboratory information systems and sample workflows.
• Maintain a clean and safe laboratory environment and follow all required PPE and safety procedures.
• Collaborate with internal teams to resolve laboratory and workflow issues.
• Support training across multiple departments and perform other assigned laboratory duties.

Skills

Communication

Collaboration

Education

Associate degree

Bachelor's degree preferred

Job description

Lab Technician (2nd Shift/Medical/Clinical/Recent Grads)

Russell Tobin is partnering with a leading healthcare and life sciences organization to identify a Lab Technician for an opportunity in Knoxville, TN.

Responsibilities

· Perform laboratory procedures related to donor suitability, unit testing, and other required assays.

· Conduct routine analytical testing using manual and automated methods and evaluate results against established controls.

· Perform and document laboratory maintenance, quality control, calibration, and preventative maintenance according to SOPs.

· Operate analytical instruments and laboratory equipment, troubleshoot issues, and escalat(e) unresolved equipment problems to the Supervisor.

· Maintain accurate laboratory records while following cGMP, regulatory, safety, and EHS requirements.

· Develop proficiency with laboratory information systems and sample workflows.

· Maintain a clean and safe laboratory environment and follow all required PPE and safety procedures.

· Collaborate with internal teams to resolve laboratory and workflow issues.

· Support training across multiple departments and perform other assigned laboratory duties.

Requirements

· Associate degree in Chemical, Physical, Biological, Clinical Laboratory Science, Medical Technology, or a related field from an accredited institution.

· Bachelor’s degree preferred.

· 2 years of related laboratory experience preferred; recent graduates are welcome to apply.

· Effective communication and collaboration skills.

· Medical Laboratory Technician (MLT) or Medical Technologist (MT) licensure in Tennessee preferred but not required.

· Ability to work in a fast-paced laboratory environment and follow established procedures and regulatory requirements.

• Location model: 100% onsite – Knoxville, TN


• Schedule: 2nd Shift, Monday-Friday, 2:00 PM-10:30 PM; rotating holidays


• Position Type: 6-month contract


• Overtime/extended hours may be required based on laboratory operational needs


• Must be able to stand/walk for extended periods and lift/carry up to 40 lbs.


• Exposure to chemicals, extreme temperatures, and bloodborne pathogens may occur; PPE is required

Accommodations

We are committed to providing reasonable accommodations to applicants and employees with disabilities. If you require a reasonable accommodation to participate in the application or interview process, or to perform the essential functions of this role, please contact us.

Only applicable for San Francisco Candidates:

Under the San Francisco Lactation in the Workplace Ordinance, we will provide written notice of lactation accommodation rights, and this notice will automatically be given upon hiring, any inquiry of parental leave or lactation accommodation.

Only applicable for Kentucky positions:

For this type of employment, state law requires a criminal record check as a condition of employment. This applies to direct care staff (Examples: RN, LPN, Nurse Aides, Therapists) referred to Kentucky nursing facilities, assisted living communities, or long-term care facilities, in accordance with KRS 216.793.

For workers in the United States, PrideGlobal and its affiliates offers eligible employee’s comprehensive healthcare coverage (medical, dental, and vision plans), supplemental coverage (accident insurance, critical illness insurance and hospital indemnity), 401(k)-retirement savings, life & disability insurance, an employee assistance program, legal support, pet insurance and employee discounts with preferred vendors.

PrideGlobal and its affiliates are an equal opportunity employer. We do not discriminate on the basis of the race, religious creed, color, national origin, ancestry, physical disability, mental disability, reproductive health decision making, medical condition, genetic information, marital status, sex, gender, gender identity, gender expression, age, sexual orientation, veteran or military status, or any other characteristic protected by applicable federal, state, or local law.

PrideGlobal and its affiliates are a Fair Chance employer. We consider all qualified applicants, including those with criminal histories, in a manner consistent with applicable state and local Fair Chance laws and ordinances, including, the California Fair Chance Act and all applicable local Fair Chance ordinances.