MLS Trainee/1 - Infectious Disease Diagnostics

UW Advancement Careers; Seattle (WA); On-site; USD 53,000 - 78,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Relocation incentive

Vacation and sick time (12 holidays)

Tuition exemption program

Public transit pass (U-PASS)

Excellent health, dental, retirement

Job summary

The UW Medicine DLMP in Seattle, WA invites applications for a Medical Laboratory Scientist (MLS) Trainee/1 with the DIDD Team at the Renton Central Lab. The role entails hands-on virology testing, instrument maintenance, and quality control within a dynamic diagnostic environment.

Candidates should hold an accredited degree in medical laboratory science, ASCP MLS certification or equivalent, and be eligible to sit for certification within 18 months of hire. Evening shifts are included.

Qualifications

• Degree or equivalent in medical laboratory science with MLS certification.
• Eligibility to sit for MLS certification within 18 months of hire.
• Relevant clinical laboratory experience or trainee background preferred.

Responsibilities

• Perform clinical virology diagnostic tests and interpret results.
• Calibrate, operate and maintain laboratory instruments and equipment.
• Ensure quality control and data integrity across testing workflows.
• Train and support new staff and students as needed.
• Utilize laboratory information systems and MS Office tools for documentation.

Skills

Attention to detail

Analytical thinking

Team collaboration

Education

Bachelor’s degree in medical laboratory science

ASCP MLS certification (or equivalent)

Tools

Laboratory information systems

Microsoft Word

Microsoft Excel

Job description

The UW Medicine DLMP in Seattle, WA invites applications for a Medical Laboratory Scientist (MLS) Trainee/1 with the DIDD Team at the Renton Central Lab. The role entails hands-on virology testing, instrument maintenance, and quality control within a dynamic diagnostic environment.

Candidates should hold an accredited degree in medical laboratory science, ASCP MLS certification or equivalent, and be eligible to sit for certification within 18 months of hire. Evening shifts are included.