Transplant Technologist - Tissue Typing Lab

The Ohio State University Wexner Medical Center; Columbus (OH); On-site; USD 55,000 - 70,000; Full time

Job summary

The Ohio State University Wexner Medical Center is seeking an ABHI certified technologist to perform histocompatibility testing at their Tissue Typing Laboratory. The candidate will need to obtain CHT certification within 24 months and participate in an on-call rotation covering approximately 20-25% of the schedule.

The role demands a Bachelor's degree in life science, 2 years of lab experience, and strong organizational skills. A background check may be required for final candidates.

Qualifications

• CHT (ABHI) certification required within 2 years of hire.
• At least 2 years of laboratory experience (preferably in histocompatibility and/or PCR-molecular technology).
• Final candidates subject to successful background check.

Responsibilities

• Perform comprehensive clinical histocompatibility testing.
• Interpret results in the Tissue Typing Laboratory.
• Participate in a 24-hour on-call rotation.

Skills

Knowledge of standard immunological laboratory techniques

Demonstrable organizational skills

Ability to multi-task

Education

Bachelor's degree in a life science or related field

Job description

SCOPE OF POSITION

ABHI certified technologist performing histocompatibility testing and interpreting results in the Tissue Typing Laboratory.

Position Summary

The incumbent will perform comprehensive clinical histocompatibility testing. Candidates must obtain CHT (ABHI) certification at the technologist level within 24 months of hire. This role requires participation in a 24‑hour on‑call rotation, covering approximately 20–25% of the monthly schedule.

Job Requirements

• Bachelor's degree in a life science or related field.
• Knowledge of standard immunological laboratory techniques.
• At least 2 years of laboratory experience (preferably in histocompatibility and/or PCR‑molecular technology).
• Demonstrable organizational skills and ability to multi‑task.
• CHT (ABHI) certification required within 2 years of hire.

Final candidates are subject to successful completion of a background check. A drug screen or physical may be required during the post‑offer process.

The university is an equal opportunity employer, including veterans and disability.