Senior Clinical Laboratory Technologist [RP-N]

Roswell Park Comprehensive Cancer Center

About The Position

Roswell Park Comprehensive Cancer Center is seeking a Senior Clinical Laboratory Technologist for its Molecular Services department. The role helps lead daily operations of the Molecular Microbiology and Virology Laboratory and supports diagnostic testing used to guide treatment decisions. It combines advanced technical work with leadership responsibilities, including oversight of complex molecular testing, quality and regulatory support, staff mentorship, and collaboration on assay development and validation. The position is full-time, first shift, with 40 weekly hours. The listed starting annual salary is $73,755, with an additional geographic differential of $4.60 per hour and assignment differential of $4.00 per hour. The successful candidate will combine laboratory expertise with leadership skills, help the team operate efficiently, and maintain high standards of quality and patient care. The position supports research, innovative diagnostics, and patient care at a mission-driven cancer center.

Requirements

Full New York State Clinical Laboratory Technologist license, eligibility for full licensure, or a New York State medical or osteopathic physician license.
A doctorate in a chemical, physical, or biological science and the equivalent of one year of full-time experience as a Clinical Laboratory Technologist in a clinical laboratory or blood bank; or a master’s degree in one of those sciences and two years of equivalent experience; or a bachelor’s degree in one of those sciences, medical technology, or laboratory science and four years of equivalent experience.
Applicable clinical laboratory or blood bank experience must be from a facility as defined in Section 571 of the New York State Public Health Law.
Prior experience in assay development, validation study planning and execution, implementation, and continuous improvement.
Demonstrated ability to delegate ownership of project workstreams and daily operational responsibilities by leveraging team members’ strengths.
Skills with molecular microbiology techniques and instrumentation, and strong analytical and troubleshooting abilities.
Familiarity with working independently and leading a team.
Excellent organizational and communication skills.
Ability to prioritize work, manage multiple responsibilities, and adapt to changing demands.
Clear and professional communication with colleagues across disciplines.
Highly organized, detail-oriented approach and commitment to delivering quality results.
Full-license-eligible incumbents must obtain and maintain a full New York State Clinical Laboratory Technologist license within six months of appointment.
Degrees must be conferred by an accredited school, college, or university, or by an institution recognized by Roswell Park Comprehensive Cancer Center and/or Health Research Incorporated as meeting acceptable educational standards.

Nice To Haves

Experience in a clinical laboratory setting, particularly in molecular diagnostics, microbiology, or virology.
Strong technical knowledge of molecular testing methodologies and laboratory instrumentation.
Experience developing, validating, implementing, or optimizing laboratory assays.
Experience with quality control, quality assurance, and regulatory compliance programs.
Interest in mentoring, training, and supporting the development of others.
Passion for molecular diagnostics, emerging laboratory technologies, problem-solving, and continuous process improvement.

Responsibilities

Perform and oversee complex molecular diagnostic testing for infectious diseases and other specialized laboratory services.
Review, analyze, and interpret patient test results to ensure accuracy and quality.
Assist with coordinating daily laboratory operations, workflow assignments, and staff activities.
Provide technical guidance, mentorship, and training to laboratory team members.
Support development, validation, implementation, and continuous improvement of laboratory assays and testing methodologies.
Help develop and maintain standard operating procedures, quality control programs, and quality assurance initiatives.
Coordinate instrument troubleshooting, maintenance activities, and resolution of operational issues.
Use laboratory information systems to document, track, and report patient results.
Assist with regulatory compliance and help ensure adherence to laboratory accreditation and quality standards.
Participate in research, method evaluations, and implementation of new technologies and instrumentation.
Monitor inventory and help ensure the laboratory has the supplies and resources needed for daily operations.
Collaborate with multidisciplinary teams to support patient care and laboratory excellence.
Delegate project workstreams and daily operational responsibilities while supporting team members’ development.