Medical Technologist - Histocompatibility and Immunogenetics Lab at HUP- $7,500 Sign-On Bonus

Penn Medicine; Philadelphia (Philadelphia County); On-site; USD 70,000 - 85,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Sign-on bonus of $7,500

Comprehensive compensation and benefits program

Prepaid tuition assistance

Job summary

A leading academic medical center in Philadelphia is seeking a Medical Technologist for the Histocompatibility and Immunogenetics Laboratory. The role includes performing high-complexity testing, participating in quality assurance activities, and providing on-call coverage. Candidates should have a Bachelor’s degree in a biological science and experience in a clinical laboratory. This full-time position offers a sign-on bonus and a comprehensive compensation package, including exceptional benefits and tuition assistance.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree required in biological science or related field.
• One year of clinical laboratory experience preferred.
• Computer skills preferred including Excel and databases.

Responsibilities

• Perform high-complexity testing and data analysis.
• Participate in quality assurance activities.
• Provide rotational on-call coverage for STAT testing.

Skills

High-complexity testing

Data analysis

Microarray antibody screening

Flow cytometry

Computer skills (databases, Excel, programming)

Education

Bachelor’s degree in biological science or related field

Certified Histocompatibility Technologist (CHT)

Certified Histocompatibility Specialist (CHS)

Job description

About Penn Medicine

Penn Medicine is dedicated to our tripartite mission of providing the highest level of care to patients, conducting innovative research, and educating future leaders in the field of medicine. Working for this leading academic medical center means collaboration with top clinical, technical and business professionals across all disciplines.

Position Overview

Medical Technologist – Histocompatibility and Immunogenetics Laboratory (Full‑Time/Night Shift) at the Hospital of the University of Pennsylvania (HUP). Supporting the multi‑organ (kidney, pancreas, heart, lung, VCA) and stem cell transplant programs. Sign‑on bonus: $7,500.

Responsibilities

• Perform high‑complexity testing and data analysis including microarray antibody screening, molecular typing (NGS, SSO, RT–PCR) and flow cytometry crossmatching.
• Participate in quality assurance activities, test validation and implementation.
• Provide rotational on‑call coverage for STAT testing and donor workups.

Education & Equivalent Experience

• Bachelor’s degree or higher in a biological science or related field (required).
• One year of clinical laboratory experience or HLA lab experience (preferred).
• Computer skills such as the use of databases, Excel and programming (preferred).
• Current certification as Certified Histocompatibility Technologist (CHT) or Certified Histocompatibility Specialist (CHS) from the American Board of Histocompatibility and Immunogenetics (ABHI) (preferred).

Benefits & Compensation

We offer a comprehensive compensation and benefits program that includes one of the finest prepaid tuition assistance programs in the region. Penn Medicine employees are actively engaged and committed to our mission. Together we will continue to make medical advances that help people live longer, healthier lives.

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We are an Equal Opportunity employer. Candidates are considered for employment without regard to race, ethnicity, color, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, religion, national origin, ancestry, age, disability, marital status, familial status, genetic information, domestic or sexual violence victim status, citizenship status, military status, status as a protected veteran or any other status protected by applicable law.