Medical Laboratory Scientist

US Navy; Michigan; On-site; USD 70,000 - 110,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Sign-on bonus

Housing allowance

Healthcare benefits

30 days paid leave

Job summary

The United States Navy is seeking Medical Laboratory Scientists to lead critical laboratory operations and ensure diagnostic accuracy and patient safety across the globe. MLS officers manage blood product safety, transfusion services, and compliance with standards while directing personnel and equipment.

This role blends science, leadership, and service, offering a $30,000 sign-on bonus for a 4-year commitment, competitive salary plus housing allowance, full healthcare, and 30 days of paid leave

Qualifications

• BS or MS in Medical Technology (MT), CLS, MLS or natural science.
• Minimum 3.0 GPA (including core science coursework).
• Completion of a NAACLS-accredited MLS/CLS/MT program.
• Minimum 3 years of recent clinical laboratory experience.
• Leadership/supervisory experience highly desired.
• Blood bank/transfusion services experience is a plus.

Responsibilities

• Lead clinical laboratory operations.
• Oversee blood product safety and transfusion management.
• Ensure compliance, accreditation, and quality standards.
• Manage personnel, equipment, and critical healthcare resources.
• Help train the next generation of laboratory professionals.

Skills

Leadership

Quality assurance

Laboratory operations

Blood bank experience

Education

BS in Medical Technology/CLS/MLS

MS in CLS/MLS/natural science

Job description

Medical Laboratory Scientists: Ready to lead beyond the lab?

The United States Navy is seeking Medical Laboratory Scientists (MLS) to lead critical laboratory operations across the globe. From managing blood supply operations to ensuring diagnostic accuracy and patient safety, Navy MLS officers play a direct role in saving lives—both at home and forward deployed worldwide.

As a Navy MLS, you will:

• Lead clinical laboratory operations
• Oversee blood product safety and transfusion management
• Ensure compliance, accreditation, and quality standards
• Manage personnel, equipment, and critical healthcare resources
• Help train the next generation of laboratory professionals

Current Benefits Include:

• $30,000 sign-on bonus for a 4-year commitment
• Competitive salary + housing allowance
• Full healthcare benefits
• 30 days paid leave annually

Basic Qualifications:

• BS or MS degree in Medical Technology (MT), Clinical Laboratory Science (CLS), Medical Laboratory Science (MLS), or a natural science
• Minimum 3.0 GPA (including core science coursework)
• Completion of a NAACLS-accredited MLS/CLS/MT program
• Minimum 3 years of recent clinical laboratory experience
• Leadership/supervisory experience highly desired
• Blood bank/transfusion services experience is a plus

Exceptional candidates with extensive experience or specialized skills may be considered for GPA or training waivers on a case-by-case basis.

This is an opportunity to combine science, leadership, and service while making a real impact on patient care around the world.

Duty station assignments may vary worldwide, and relocation benefits are included