Second-Shift Medical Lab Scientist – $5K Bonus

Duke University; Durham (NC); On-site; USD 60,000 - 82,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Second-shift differential

$5,000 commitment bonus

Job summary

Duke Health's Medical Lab Scientist position is based in Durham, NC, on-site with second shift hours (1:30 p.m. – 10:00 p.m.) and rotating weekends.

The role involves performing routine and complex laboratory tests, calibrating equipment, and ensuring quality control under CLIA and CAP standards. Qualified candidates have a CLS/Medical Technology degree; certification is preferred, with no prior experience required.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Chemical, Physical, Biological, or Clinical Laboratory Science; or Medical Technology.
• Certification preferred.
• Experience not required.
• Knowledge of CLIA requirements and safety compliance.

Responsibilities

• Perform routine and complex lab tests using standard techniques and equipment.
• Handle specimens and run analyses with careful quality control.
• Calibrate and maintain instrumentation per SOPs.
• Document QC and QA results and notify supervisors of issues.
• Assist in lab inspections and proficiency testing.

Skills

Quality control

Lab testing

Instrumentation calibration

Documentation

Education

Bachelor's degree in CLS/Medical Technology

Tools

Clinical laboratory equipment

Job description

Duke Health's Medical Lab Scientist position is based in Durham, NC, on-site with second shift hours (1:30 p.m. – 10:00 p.m.) and rotating weekends.

The role involves performing routine and complex laboratory tests, calibrating equipment, and ensuring quality control under CLIA and CAP standards. Qualified candidates have a CLS/Medical Technology degree; certification is preferred, with no prior experience required.