Senior Clinical Lab Scientist | Lead High-Complexity Tests

Abbott; Madison (WI); On-site; USD 36,506 - 73,012; Full time

Job summary

Abbott in Madison, WI is seeking a Senior Clinical Laboratory Scientist to perform moderate and high complexity testing on patient specimens, interpret results, and ensure accurate reporting while upholding quality and safety standards.

The role requires leadership of the shift, ongoing quality improvements, training of staff, and collaboration with cross-functional teams to maintain high throughput and reliable lab operations. Weekend shift included.

Qualifications

• Associate degree in a laboratory science or medical laboratory technology from an accredited institution.
• 3+ years of high complexity clinical testing experience.
• Authorization to work in the United States without sponsorship.
• Strong leadership and project management skills.

Responsibilities

• Perform moderate and highly complex laboratory tests according to SOPs with minimal supervision.
• Perform, review, and document laboratory quality control procedures.
• Identify problems, determine solutions, and take action to maintain quality in test processes and results.
• Provide leadership as shift senior scientist and supervise CLS I/II staff.
• Support and comply with the Quality Management System policies and procedures.

Skills

Leadership

Project management

Technical proficiency

Quality assurance

Education

Associate degree in laboratory science or medical laboratory technology

Bachelor's degree in chemical/biological/clinical laboratory science

Tools

Laboratory information systems

Job description

Abbott in Madison, WI is seeking a Senior Clinical Laboratory Scientist to perform moderate and high complexity testing on patient specimens, interpret results, and ensure accurate reporting while upholding quality and safety standards.

The role requires leadership of the shift, ongoing quality improvements, training of staff, and collaboration with cross-functional teams to maintain high throughput and reliable lab operations. Weekend shift included.