Medical Technologist

Mindlance; South San Francisco (CA); On-site; USD 65,000 - 85,000; Full time

Job summary

A national recruiting company is seeking a Medical Technologist in South San Francisco, California. The ideal candidate will hold an MT (ASCP) certification and possess a Bachelor’s degree, preferably with experience in research settings. Candidates should be proficient in hematology, cytology, and automated clinical chemistry instrumentation. Responsibilities include analyzing samples, collaborating with scientists, and ensuring quality control. This position offers a chance to engage in advancing research and development in various therapeutic areas, particularly oncology and metabolic disorders.

Qualifications

• Medical Technologist certification: MT (ASCP) required.
• Bachelor’s degree in a relevant field; Master’s preferred.
• Experience in a research setting is an advantage.
• Proficiency with automated hematology and clinical chemistry instrumentation.
• Familiarity with data systems (LIMS or toxicology databases) and office software.

Responsibilities

• Analyze samples for hematology and clinical chemistry.
• Microscopic review of blood smears.
• Adhere to quality control procedures.
• Maintain laboratory instrumentation.
• Order and procure supplies.
• Develop and validate new assays.
• Prepare validation and study reports.

Skills

Hematology skills

Cytology skills

Communication skills

Proficiency in laboratory instrumentation

Teamwork

Immunoassay

Instrumentation

MT ASCP

LIMS

Education

Bachelor’s degree or higher

MS preferred

Tools

Laboratory Information Management System (LIMS)

Microsoft Office Suite

LIMS

Job description

Mindlance is a national recruiting company which partners with many of the leading employers across the country. Feel free to check us out at http://www.mindlance.com.

Job Description

Duration: 11 + Months (Possible Of Extension)

Job Description: Top 3 Must Have Skill Sets:

• Skilled at hematology, cytology, chemistry, urinalysis, and coagulation assays
• Proficiency in operating and troubleshooting automated hematology and clinical chemistry instrumentation
• Medical Technologist certification: MT (ASCP)

The department of Comparative Biology and Safety Sciences at Client is seeking an enthusiastic medical technologist who will interact with discovery scientists, pathologists, and other researchers.

The successful candidate will work closely with scientific colleagues at Client to deliver excellent data and analysis to advance the R&D pipeline of potential medicines across major therapeutic areas (especially oncology, metabolic disorders, inflammation and neuroscience).

Job Responsibilities

• Analysis of sample submitted for hematology, clinical chemistry, urinalysis, coagulation and cytology
• Microscopic review of blood smears
• Adherence to rigorous quality control procedures
• Use and maintenance of laboratory instrumentation
• Ordering and procurement of supplies
• Development and validation of new assays
• Preparation of written validation and study reports

Qualifications

• Medical Technologist certification: MT (ASCP)
• At least a Bachelor’s degree; MS preferred
• Consideration to candidates with experience in a research setting (university, hospital or industry);
• Skilled at hematology, cytology, chemistry, urinalysis, and coagulation assays, as well as immunoassay
• Proficiency in operating and troubleshooting automated hematology and clinical chemistry instrumentation
• Proficiency in utilization of computerized data collection systems (e.g. a LIMS or toxicology database) and office and scientific computer programs (Outlook, Word, Excel, PowerPoint, etc)
• Excellent team work and communication skills, a pro‑active attitude, and innovative and interdisciplinary thinking towards accomplishing goals and solving issues.