Laboratory Specialist II - TEMP

Sysmex•Mundelein, IL

3d•$34 - $54•Onsite

About The Position

This is the time to let your talent come to life. To maximize your knowledge and use it for the greater good. To work with the best professionals using state-of-the-art technology, and improve lives with your innovative ideas and ambitious dreams. Find a better way: the Sysmex Way. Headquartered in Kobe, Japan, Sysmex is located in Lincolnshire, Illinois. Renowned worldwide for the very finest in quality, innovative diagnostic equipment and information-management systems, we apply science to enhance the quality of life on a global scale. Our agile, resourceful team is committed to realizing critical breakthroughs in laboratory diagnostics, information technology, workflow analysis and life sciences for the clinical laboratory.

Requirements

Bachelor’s degree in Medical Technology or equivalent required.
Minimum 5 years laboratory experience required.
Detail oriented.
Proficient in Microsoft Office (Word, Excel, Power Point).

Nice To Haves

ASCP certification preferred
Recent clinical laboratory hematology experience is a plus.
Applications experience is a plus.

Responsibilities

Perform testing on prototype, investigational use and on-market clinical laboratory instruments, software, reagents and controls manufactured by Sysmex America Incorporated (SAI) and similar instruments and products.
Evaluate the Investigational Use Only (IUO) instruments according to Instructions for Use / package inserts. Learn to operate comparator and/or screening devices and confirmatory tests.
Adhere to established procedures, study-specific protocols and timelines. Upload data files or perform manual data entry as needed.
Perform QC with appropriate frequency and evaluate results. Report shifts or trends to the Laboratory Manager. Perform and properly document preventative maintenance as scheduled to ensure equipment is operational.
Have the ability to evaluate results, recognize problems and initiate troubleshooting if necessary.
Monitor laboratory supplies (consumables, reagents, controls, chemicals, etc.) in the laboratory and order supplies as needed.
Assist Sr. Laboratory Specialist and/or Clinical Research Associate with preparation of Quick Guides, Work Instructions and Study Logs.
Provide input into Clinical Study protocols and reports.
Follow all Sysmex policies for safety, environment and infection control.
Other duties, as assigned.