Senior Medical Laboratory Scientist | Lab Lead & Research

Henry Ford Health; Jackson (MI); On-site; USD 70,000 - 100,000; Full time

Job summary

Henry Ford Health in Jackson, MI is seeking a Sr Med Laboratory Scientist to perform routine and complex analytic procedures on blood and body fluids, delivering timely, accurate results to support patient care.

You will lead and train laboratory staff, establish standard work, and contribute to applied research to introduce new technology. A bachelor’s degree and 3 years of clinical lab experience are required; ASCP-type certification preferred.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Chemistry, Physics, Biology, Medical Technology or related science.
• Minimum 3 years of progressively responsible experience in a clinical laboratory.
• Certification at technologist or MLS level preferred (ASCP, NCA, ASM, AABB, ACS, or HEW).

Responsibilities

• Perform routine and complex analytic procedures on blood and other body fluids using manual techniques and laboratory instruments.
• Ensure consistent quality by establishing standard work and implementing corrective and preventive actions as needed.
• Participate in applied research and development projects to introduce new technology and improved methods.
• Lead and teach laboratory functions, demonstrating technical proficiency and theoretical knowledge.

Skills

Laboratory procedures

Manual techniques

Instrument operation

Education

Bachelor's degree in Chemistry, Physics, Biology, Medical Technology or related sciences

Tools

Laboratory instruments

Job description

Henry Ford Health in Jackson, MI is seeking a Sr Med Laboratory Scientist to perform routine and complex analytic procedures on blood and body fluids, delivering timely, accurate results to support patient care.

You will lead and train laboratory staff, establish standard work, and contribute to applied research to introduce new technology. A bachelor’s degree and 3 years of clinical lab experience are required; ASCP-type certification preferred.