Medical Laboratory Scientist - CORE (Chemistry) - Days

UT MD Anderson; Houston (TX); On-site; USD 67,000 - 100,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Referral bonus available

Job summary

The University of Texas MD Anderson Cancer Center's Chemistry Laboratory seeks a Medical Laboratory Scientist to perform clinical chemistry testing in a technologically advanced setting where accuracy and patient safety come first. You will analyze specimens, verify results, monitor QC, maintain instruments, and document data in the LIS, while contributing to quality improvement and staff training.

Join a collaborative team working with pathologists and clinicians to ensure fast, reliable

Qualifications

• Minimum of 2 years of clinical laboratory experience with an Associate's Degree in Laboratory Science or Medical Laboratory Technology.
• 1 year of clinical laboratory experience with a Bachelor's Degree in a related science field.
• Completion of a NAACLS-accredited Clinical Laboratory Science/Molecular Genetic Technology program also acceptable.

Responsibilities

• Perform clinical chemistry testing with accuracy and adherence to laboratory policies and regulatory standards.
• Analyze patient specimens and verify test results; monitor quality control data.
• Troubleshoot and maintain laboratory instrumentation and LIS documentation.
• Manage laboratory inventory and ensure proper documentation of testing information.
• Participate in process improvement initiatives and train/mentor students and staff.

Skills

Clinical laboratory experience

Certifications (ASCP/CHS/CHT/MDT)

Education

Associate's Degree in Laboratory Science

Bachelor's Degree in related science field

NAACLS-accredited CLS program

Job description

The Chemistry Laboratory at MD Anderson Cancer Center provides comprehensive clinical laboratory testing that supports the diagnosis, treatment, and ongoing monitoring of patients with cancer and other complex medical conditions. Utilizing advanced analytical instrumentation and state-of-the-art technology, the laboratory delivers accurate, timely, and high-quality test results that enable physicians and care teams to make informed clinical decisions. As an integral part of one of the nation's leading cancer centers, the Chemistry Laboratory is committed to excellence, innovation, and continuous quality improvement.

This Medical Laboratory Scientist position offers the opportunity to work in a technologically advanced laboratory where precision, analytical thinking, and collaboration directly impact patient care. The role is ideal for a laboratory professional who enjoys performing complex clinical testing, working with sophisticated instrumentation, and contributing to a team dedicated to delivering exceptional diagnostic services.

In this role, you will perform clinical chemistry testing while ensuring compliance with established laboratory policies, procedures, and regulatory standards. Responsibilities include analyzing patient specimens, evaluating and verifying test results, monitoring quality control data, troubleshooting and maintaining laboratory instrumentation, managing laboratory inventory, and accurately documenting testing information within laboratory information systems. Your technical expertise and attention to detail will help ensure the highest levels of accuracy, reliability, and patient safety.

You will also contribute to laboratory quality, innovation, and continuous improvement by participating in process improvement initiatives, validating new methodologies, laboratory information system updates, and testing platforms, while helping optimize laboratory workflows and operational efficiency. In addition, you will support the education and development of students, new employees, and fellows through training and mentoring, fostering a collaborative environment focused on professional growth and excellence.

Collaboration and customer service are essential aspects of this role. You will work closely with pathologists, physicians, nurses, and fellow laboratory professionals to provide responsive service, resolve laboratory-related questions, and ensure efficient turnaround times in a fast-paced clinical environment. Success in this position requires strong communication skills, the ability to prioritize competing demands, and a commitment to delivering outstanding service to both internal and external customers.

The ideal candidate will possess strong clinical laboratory experience, excellent analytical and problem‑solving skills, and a passion for delivering accurate, high-quality diagnostic testing. Individuals who thrive in a technologically advanced laboratory, enjoy working with complex instrumentation, and are committed to advancing patient care through excellence in laboratory medicine will find this opportunity especially rewarding.

MD Anderson offers a comprehensive total rewards package, including paid medical benefits, generous paid time off, retirement plans, tuition assistance, professional development opportunities, and additional benefits, along with the opportunity to build a rewarding career at one of the world's leading cancer centers dedicated to advancing patient care through innovation, research, education, and excellence in laboratory medicine.

The hours for this position are 8am - 4:30pm.

JOB SPECIFIC COMPETENCIES

Technical skills

• Remains knowledgeable and competent for all policies, procedures and protocols.
• Properly acquires specimen data into the computer system(s).
• Troubleshoots and maintains laboratory equipment.
• Maintains competency in computer functions in assigned areas.
• Follows section's inventory control system to assure effective use of supplies and reagents.
• Analyzes and evaluates patient results correctly and appropriately.
• Complies with safety guidelines and procedures and adheres to regulatory mandates.
• Stores patient information and results to allow easy future access as required.

Enhances productivity and laboratory functions by demonstrating dependability.

• Adjusts, prioritizes, and organizes work to achieve maximum productivity to meet the workload demands of the section.
• Assists peers and supervisors with tasks after completion of assigned work.
• Adheres to attendance policy, begins work as scheduled.
• Works independently, utilizes resources available to maximize efficiency.

Assists in the development of laboratory personnel and tests, to enhance laboratory functions.

• Actively participates in training students, employees and fellows.
• Participates in process improvement projects.
• Validates and evaluates new methodologies and tests with the help of Laboratory Supervisor and technical support.
• Validates database for new software or new tests implemented in the laboratory.
• Coaches and mentors' students and employees.

Other duties as assigned

Required:

• Associate's Degree in Laboratory Science or Medical Laboratory Technology OR
• Bachelor's Degree in a related science field or Molecular Genetic Technology OR
• Successful completion of a National Accrediting Agency for Clinical Laboratory Science (NAACLS) accredited Clinical Laboratory Science/Molecular Genetic Technology accredited program

Required Experience:

• 2 years of clinical laboratory experience with an Associate's Degree in Laboratory Science or Medical Laboratory Technology
• 1 year of clinical laboratory experience with a Bachelor's Degree in a related science field
• No experience required with completion of a NAACLS-accredited Clinical Laboratory Science/Molecular Genetic Technology accredited program

Preferred:

• ASCP - American Society of Clinical Pathologist Technologist/Scientist/Specialist certification OR
• CHS - Certified Histocompatibility Specialist, American College of Histocompatibility & Immunogenetics (ACHI) OR
• CHT - Certified Histocompatibility Technologist, American College of Histocompatibility & Immunogenetics (ACHI) OR
• MDT - Molecular Diagnostics Tech, American Medical

The University of Texas MD Anderson Cancer Center offers excellent benefits, including medical, dental, paid time off, retirement, tuition benefits, educational opportunities, and individual and team recognition.

This position may be responsible for maintaining the security and integrity of critical infrastructure, as defined in Section 113.001(2) of the Texas Business and Commerce Code and therefore may require routine reviews and screening. The ability to satisfy and maintain all requirements necessary to ensure the continued security and integrity of such infrastructure is a condition of hire and continued employment.

It is the policy of The University of Texas MD Anderson Cancer Center to provide equal employment opportunity without regard to race, color, religion, age, national origin, sex, gender, sexual orientation, gender identity/expression, disability, protected veteran status, genetic information, or any other basis protected by institutional policy or by federal, state, or local laws unless such distinction is required by law. http://www.mdanderson.org/about-us/legal-and-policy/legal-statements/eeo-affirmative-action.html

Additional Information

• Requisition ID: 182808
• Employment Status: Full-Time
• Employee Status: Regular
• Work Week: Days
• Minimum Salary: US Dollar (USD) 67,000
• Midpoint Salary: US Dollar (USD) 83,500
• Maximum Salary : US Dollar (USD) 100,000
• FLSA: non-exempt and eligible for overtime pay
• Fund Type: Hard
• Work Location: Onsite
• Pivotal Position: Yes
• Referral Bonus Available?: Yes
• Relocation Assistance Available?: Yes