Medical Laboratory Scientist I

NorthernBio; Meridian Charter Township (MI); On-site; USD 60,000 - 70,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading research services company is seeking a Medical Laboratory Scientist I to engage in advanced sample processing and equipment management. This entry-level position comes with responsibilities such as mentoring, compliance with GLP, and operational duties in a laboratory setting. Candidates should possess a Bachelor's degree and relevant certification for this full-time role.

Qualifications

• Minimum 2 years of medical laboratory experience preferred.
• Excellent written and oral communication required.
• Advanced understanding of study design and procedures.

Responsibilities

• Determine the acceptability of samples for testing.
• Perform advanced sample processing for various specimens.
• Monitor and operate laboratory instrumentation.

Skills

Attention to Detail

Problem Solving

Communication

Education

Bachelor's degree in relevant discipline

ASCP or AMT certification

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The Medical Laboratory Scientist will engage in advanced sample processing, microbiology, equipment uses, maintenance, troubleshooting, submission of quality control data, and point tech duties, including data form creation and review. The Medical Laboratory Scientist will refine skills in the areas of attention to detail, problem-solving, and communication as they begin to mentor and train Medical Laboratory Technicians. This is an exempt role with no supervisory responsibility.

Role Responsibilities

• Determine the acceptability of samples for testing according to established criteria.
• Advanced sample processing for blood, urine, cerebrospinal fluid, and other specimens in accordance with SOPs and/or Sponsor requirements.
• Monitor and operate instrumentation, including chemistry, hematology, coagulation, and urine analyzers.
• Notify vet staff of clinically significant results.
• Preventative maintenance and quality control of all analyzers
• Collect and record data both on paper and electronically in a laboratory management system in accordance with Good Laboratory Practices (GLP).
• Study protocol review.
• Data review for GLP compliance
• Basic point technician duties, including study book preparation and collection.
• Generate and verify accountabilities and sample manifests.
• Pack samples for shipment.
• Refrigerator and freezer mapping qualifications
• Submit quality control data.
• Basic microbiological setup and testing of samples.
• Train and mentor Medical Laboratory Assistants
• Assist in providing scientific guidance to Study Directors
• Other duties as assigned
  
  

Role Requirements

• Bachelor’s degree in relevant discipline required.
• ASCP or AMT certification required.
• Minimum 2 years of medical laboratory experience preferred.
• Excellent written and oral communication.
• Advanced understanding of study design and operational procedures
• Knowledge of GLP and other federal regulations relating to the care of laboratory animals.
• Ability to work effectively and independently under time constraints
  
  

Behavioral Expectations

• Attention to Detail
• Problem Solving
• Communication
  
  

Special Requirements

• This role works predominantly in a laboratory. There will be exposure to human and animal pathogens and chemicals. There will be handling of and/or exposure to animal tissues and zoonotic organisms.
• Ability to don and wear personal protective gear, including N95 masks and respirators.
• Physical Requirements: Ability to lift and carry up to 50lbs.
• Ability to work beyond typical work schedule including evenings, weekends, and extended shifts with short notice.

Seniority level

• Seniority level

  Entry level

Employment type

• Employment type

  Full-time

Job function

• Job function

  Research, Analyst, and Information Technology

• Industries

  Research Services

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