Medical Laboratory Scientist - CORE (Chemistry) - Evenings

UT MD Anderson Cancer Center•Houston, TX

About The Position

The Medical Laboratory Scientist performs clinical chemistry testing in the Chemistry Laboratory at MD Anderson Cancer Center. The laboratory provides comprehensive testing to support diagnosis, treatment, and monitoring of patients with cancer and other complex medical conditions. The position uses advanced analytical instrumentation and technology to deliver accurate, timely, high-quality results while following laboratory policies, procedures, and regulatory standards. The role includes analyzing patient specimens, evaluating and verifying results, monitoring quality control data, troubleshooting and maintaining instruments, managing inventory, and documenting testing information in laboratory information systems. The scientist also contributes to quality and continuous improvement through process-improvement initiatives, methodology and test validation, software and laboratory information system updates, and workflow optimization. The position supports the training and development of students, employees, and fellows through instruction and mentoring. The scientist collaborates with pathologists, physicians, nurses, and laboratory colleagues to address laboratory-related questions, resolve issues, and support efficient turnaround times and responsive service to internal and external customers. This is an evening-shift position, scheduled from 2:30 p.m. to 11:00 p.m. The position may be responsible for maintaining the security and integrity of critical infrastructure under the cited Texas law. The ability to satisfy and maintain any requirements necessary to ensure that security and integrity is a condition of hire and continued employment.

Requirements

Associate’s degree in Laboratory Science or Medical Laboratory Technology; or a bachelor’s degree in a related science field or Molecular Genetic Technology; or successful completion of a NAACLS-accredited Clinical Laboratory Science/Molecular Genetic Technology program.
For applicants with an associate’s degree in Laboratory Science or Medical Laboratory Technology: 2 years of clinical laboratory experience.
For applicants with a bachelor’s degree in a related science field: 1 year of clinical laboratory experience.
No experience is required for applicants who completed a NAACLS-accredited Clinical Laboratory Science/Molecular Genetic Technology program.
Maintain knowledge and competency in laboratory policies, procedures, and protocols.
Demonstrate proficiency with laboratory computer functions and accurate handling of specimen and patient-result data.
Demonstrate analytical, troubleshooting, prioritization, organizational, communication, and customer-service abilities.
Adhere to attendance requirements and begin work as scheduled.
Satisfy and maintain any requirements necessary to ensure the security and integrity of critical infrastructure, if applicable to the position.

Nice To Haves

ASCP (American Society of Clinical Pathologists) Technologist, Scientist, or Specialist certification.
CHS (Certified Histocompatibility Specialist) certification from the American College of Histocompatibility & Immunogenetics.
CHT (Certified Histocompatibility Technologist) certification from the American College of Histocompatibility & Immunogenetics.
MDT (Molecular Diagnostics Tech) certification from the American Medical ...

Responsibilities

Perform clinical chemistry testing and analyze patient specimens.
Evaluate, verify, and accurately document patient test results and specimen data in computer systems.
Monitor quality control data and comply with laboratory policies, procedures, safety requirements, and regulatory mandates.
Troubleshoot and maintain laboratory equipment and remain competent in assigned computer functions.
Manage laboratory inventory and supplies according to the section’s inventory control system.
Organize and prioritize work to meet section workload demands and maintain productivity.
Assist peers and supervisors with tasks after completing assigned work, work independently, and use available resources efficiently.
Participate in process-improvement projects and help optimize laboratory workflows.
Validate and evaluate new methodologies and tests with support from the Laboratory Supervisor and technical staff.
Validate databases for new software or tests implemented in the laboratory.
Train, coach, and mentor students, employees, and fellows.
Manage customer-service interactions diplomatically, resolve problems, and address the needs of internal and external clients.
Collaborate with clinical and laboratory colleagues to respond to questions and support efficient turnaround times.
Perform other duties as assigned.