Senior Clinical Laboratory Scientist - Lab Lead & Training

University of California - San Francisco; Oakland (CA); On-site; USD 110,000 - 150,000; Full time

Job summary

University of California, San Francisco in Oakland is seeking a dedicated Clinical Laboratory Scientist Specialist to manage the BCH-Oakland Laboratory operations across Blood Bank, Hematology, Chemistry and limited Microbiology, ensuring accurate testing, timely results, and compliance with quality standards.

The role includes supervising daily workflows, troubleshooting instruments, training CLS staff, and contributing to procedure development under supervision.

Qualifications

• Demonstrated knowledge of clinical laboratory operations and procedures.
• Ability to review and implement QC materials and data tracking.
• Strong troubleshooting and instrument maintenance skills.

Responsibilities

• Oversees daily technical workflow for BCH-Oakland Lab to meet turnaround times.
• Troubleshoots analyzers and procedures; minimizes downtime.
• Trains CLS staff and interns; performs bench CLS tasks as needed.
• Updates procedures and coordinates with IT/LIS for system changes.

Skills

Laboratory knowledge

Quality control

Education

Bachelor of Science degree

CLS Generalist Licensure

Job description

University of California, San Francisco in Oakland is seeking a dedicated Clinical Laboratory Scientist Specialist to manage the BCH-Oakland Laboratory operations across Blood Bank, Hematology, Chemistry and limited Microbiology, ensuring accurate testing, timely results, and compliance with quality standards.

The role includes supervising daily workflows, troubleshooting instruments, training CLS staff, and contributing to procedure development under supervision.