Point-of-Care Medical Lab Scientist – Day Shift | $5k Bonus

Duke Clinical Research Institute; Durham (NC); On-site; USD 60,000 - 80,000; Full time

Job summary

Duke Health is seeking a Medical Lab Scientist for the Point-of-Care Testing Lab at Duke University Hospital in Durham, NC. The role involves performing routine and complex tests, operating instruments, and ensuring quality control to support patient care.

Experience with POCT is preferred; a Bachelor's degree in Clinical Laboratory Science or Medical Technology is required, with certification preferred. A $5,000 commitment bonus is offered.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Chemical, Physical, Biological, or Clinical Laboratory Science or Medical Technology.
• Certification preferred; CLIA director discretion may apply.
• POCT experience not required but preferred; ability to support system-wide POCT operations.

Responsibilities

• Perform a variety of routine and complex laboratory tests to obtain data for diagnosis and treatment.
• Operate, calibrate, and maintain manual and automated instruments per SOPs.
• Handle specimens with proper ID and safety practices; ensure specimen integrity.
• Troubleshoot assay problems and communicate issues to senior staff.
• Maintain inventory and participate in new test development and lab inspections.
• Document quality control results and ensure regulatory compliance.

Skills

POCT knowledge

Quality assurance

Troubleshooting

Training others

Education

Bachelors in Clinical/Lab Science or Medical Technology

Tools

Manual & automated instrumentation

Job description

Duke Health is seeking a Medical Lab Scientist for the Point-of-Care Testing Lab at Duke University Hospital in Durham, NC. The role involves performing routine and complex tests, operating instruments, and ensuring quality control to support patient care.

Experience with POCT is preferred; a Bachelor's degree in Clinical Laboratory Science or Medical Technology is required, with certification preferred. A $5,000 commitment bonus is offered.