Lab Technician (3rd Shift/Medical/Clinical/Recent Grads)

Russell Tobin; Knoxville (TN); On-site; USD 44,000 - 60,000; Full time

Job summary

Russell Tobin in Knoxville, TN is seeking a Laboratory Technician for 3rd shift to perform donor suitability testing, unit testing, and related assays. You will operate instruments, document results, and ensure compliance with cGMP and safety policies.

The role requires an associate degree in a laboratory science field, with a bachelor’s preferred, and 2 years of lab experience. Certification is a plus, and the position is a 6-month contract with onsite duties.

Qualifications

• 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.

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

Job description

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.

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: 3rd Shift, Monday-Friday, 10:00 PM-6:30 AM; 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.

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