Laboratory Technician I

Scorpion Therapeutics; De Soto (KS); On-site; USD 42,000 - 56,000; Full time

Job summary

Scorpion Therapeutics is seeking a Laboratory Technician I to perform regulated clinical laboratory tests for lung disease diagnosis in a CLIA-certified lab on-site in De Soto, KS. The role emphasizes quality, accuracy, and compliance in a diagnostics setting.

The position may require weekend and holiday shifts and involves cross-functional collaboration, data entry into LIMS, SOP adherence, and participation in continuous improvement initiatives.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in laboratory science or related field.
• Experience in high-complexity testing preferred.
• Proficiency with HPLC, LC-MS, or ELISA is advantageous.

Responsibilities

• Performing test procedures
• Data entry into LIMS
• Equipment maintenance
• SOP adherence
• Contributing to audit readiness
• Supporting continuous improvement initiatives

Skills

High-complexity testing

LIMS data entry

Lab safety

Attention to detail

Education

Bachelor's degree in laboratory science or related field

Tools

HPLC

LC-MS

ELISA

Job description

Role: Laboratory Technician I responsible for the timely and accurate execution of regulated clinical laboratory tests for lung disease diagnosis within a CLIA-certified environment.

The role encompasses cross-functional interactions and may involve weekend, holiday, and evening shifts due to the 7-day lab operation.

Responsibilities

• Performing test procedures
• Data entry into LIMS
• Equipment maintenance
• SOP adherence
• Contributing to audit readiness
• Supporting continuous improvement initiatives

Requirements

• Bachelor's degree in a laboratory science or related field, with experience in high-complexity testing preferred
• Technical proficiency with lab equipment such as HPLC, LC-MS, or ELISA is advantageous
• Strong attention to detail, knowledge of GLP and lab safety, and basic computer skills

Preferred

• Experience in regulated diagnostics
• Familiarity with HIPAA compliance
• Prior exposure to molecular testing modalities

The role emphasizes quality, accuracy, and compliance in a diagnostics environment focused on lung disease testing. Expected to support CAP/CLIA and state-specific lab standards.

Work setup: on-site in De Soto, KS, with potential for weekend and holiday hours, and includes thorough onboarding and training.