Lab Technician II, HLA — Precision in Blood Banking

Stanford Health Care; California; On-site; USD 96,000 - 107,000; Full time

Job summary

Stanford Blood Center, part of Stanford Health Care, seeks a Laboratory Technician to prepare clinical samples for testing, set up automated instruments, and support quality controls. The role emphasizes accuracy, data integrity, and teamwork in a busy lab environment.

Ideal candidates have a High School diploma, biology coursework, and 1 year of related lab experience, with proficiency in Excel and specimen tracking systems.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or GED required.
• 2 years college education in biology or related field strongly preferred.
• 1 year of relevant laboratory experience required.
• Knowledge of computer systems including Excel and specimen tracking is needed.

Responsibilities

• Prepare clinical samples and products for testing per lab protocols.
• Set up and maintain instruments for automated tasks; replenish reagents.
• Document and transcribe quality control measures and environmental readings.
• Train back-up staff as necessary and assist supervisor with workflow improvements.
• Perform inventory tasks and assist with ordering and lab maintenance.
• Maintain sample inventories and update storage databases.

Skills

Attention to detail

Lab instrument operation

Excel proficiency

Specimen tracking

Education

High School Diploma

2 years biology coursework

Tools

Automated instruments

Laboratory information system

Job description

Stanford Blood Center, part of Stanford Health Care, seeks a Laboratory Technician to prepare clinical samples for testing, set up automated instruments, and support quality controls. The role emphasizes accuracy, data integrity, and teamwork in a busy lab environment.

Ideal candidates have a High School diploma, biology coursework, and 1 year of related lab experience, with proficiency in Excel and specimen tracking systems.