Part-time lab associate - med lab science

Hillsborough College; United States; On-site; USD 35,000 - 50,000; Full time

Job summary

Hillsborough College in the United States is seeking a Lab Associate to work alongside senior staff in conducting laboratory tests and analyzing results. Responsibilities include preparing samples, maintaining accurate records, and ensuring compliance with health and safety regulations.

The preferred candidate will have an associate degree or higher in medical technology, MLT or MLS certification, and reliable transportation for site visits. This role supports a diverse and inclusive work environment.

Qualifications

• Associate degree or higher in medical technology.
• MLT or MLS certification.
• Reliable transportation to visit clinical site.

Responsibilities

• Prepare equipment and workspace.
• Assist in collecting data for accreditation.
• Conduct laboratory tests and analyze results.

Skills

Laboratory testing

Data analysis

Clerical skills

Health and safety compliance

Education

Associate degree or higher in medical technology

MLT or MLS certification

Job description

Position Summary

The lab associate will work with our senior staff and leadership to run tests, analyze results, and report data findings.

Responsibilities

• Prepare equipment and workspace.
• Perform clerical and administrative duties as needed.
• Assist in collecting data for accreditation.
• Prepare samples for testing using various types of laboratory equipment.
• Monitor laboratory testing with faculty, including immunohematology, chemistry, hematology, microbiology, etc.
• Organize documentation, take notes, record data and results.
• Prepare and maintain accurate laboratory records.
• Label specimens accurately and distribute them to the students.
• Order, clean and maintain work area and all lab equipment and supplies.
• Organize and maintain lab storage, samples, and specimens.
• Follow all health and safety regulations when handling laboratory specimens.
• Conduct laboratory tests, analyze, and categorize results.
• Record and document analysis results; report results and variations to supervisor.
• Comply with all lab procedures, processes, and methodologies.
• Sanitize and sterilize equipment and workspace.
• Research industry trends and advancement.
• Assist faculty with additional duties as needed.

Qualifications

• Associate degree or higher in medical technology.
• MLT or MLS certification.
• Reliable transportation to visit clinical site to pick up specimens.

Additional Requirements

The selected candidate will be required to successfully complete a Level II criminal background check, which includes fingerprinting. Hillsborough Community College participates in the US E-Verify program.

Position Closing Date

Open Until Filled

Equal Opportunity Statement

Hillsborough Community College is an Equal Opportunity Employer, we believe that diversity and inclusion among our applicants and employees is critical to our success as a community partner. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment opportunities without regard to race, color, religion, sex, pregnancy, national origin, age, physical/mental disability, marital status, sexual orientation, gender identity, gender expression, genetic information, and military/veteran status. Preference will also be given to veterans and spouses who are eligible under the Veterans' Preference Law.