Newborn Screening Mass Spectrometry Scientist

State of Utah Office of the Governor • Taylorsville, UT

6d • $28 - $33 • Onsite

About The Position

This role involves performing biochemical and molecular newborn screening testing at the Utah Public Health Laboratory (UPHL), which is CLIA certified. Continued employment is contingent upon successful completion of a fingerprinting background check and compliance with the Utah Department of Health & Human Services Employee Immunization policy. Teleworking is not available for this position.

Requirements

• Meets CLIA testing personnel qualifications.
• Has experience with mass spectrometry, biochemical, and/or molecular testing applications
• Is motivated and has attention to detail.
• Can support high-throughput testing.
• Can read and understand technical writings and apply acquired knowledge.

Nice To Haves

• Multichannel pipetting experience.
• Familiarity with laboratory instrumentation.

Responsibilities

• Participating in all high complexity testing functions, including clinical testing with clinical auto-analyzers, analysis and usage of mass spectrometers, molecular testing including quantitative PCR based screening assays, PCR based tests, next-generation sequencing based tests, hemoglobin analysis by isoelectric focusing and HPLC methods
• Managing inventory control
• Maintaining instruments and equipment
• Punching dried blood spots using high-throughput punching equipment
• Documenting all activities to meet CLIA requirements
• Preparing specimens for laboratory analysis following appropriate guidelines and procedures
• Analyzing and testing newborn dried blood spots (NBS)
• Reviewing results for mass spectrometry, HPLB, hemoglobin variants by IEF, real-time PCR and DELFIA based assays
• Reviewing and/or inspecting work for quality, accuracy, and completeness
• Staying current with all laboratory SOPs
• Other duties as assigned

Benefits

• This position is eligible for a full benefits package.
• Job Stability: Enjoy the security and reliability of employment within a well-established organization.
• Career Growth: Develop valuable skills and gain opportunities for leadership within a large organization.
• Meaningful Work: Contribute to an important service that benefits the community and supports organizational goals.
• Supportive Work Environment: Be part of a team that values cooperation, strong work ethics, and mutual support.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Mid Level
• Education Level: No Education Listed