Technical Specialist - Laboratory
About The Position
This is a non-exempt position where the individual is expected to maintain bench competencies and work at the bench for at least 50% of their time. The role involves functioning independently and collaboratively with laboratory leadership in performing all major work responsibilities of professional laboratory practice. The specialist will perform a wide variety of complex diagnostic and therapeutic testing, and act as a resource for problem resolution and interpretation of results. Responsibilities may include instrument correlation and method validation. The role requires correlating data based on clinical knowledge, technical expertise, and other conditions affecting test results. The specialist will participate in laboratory quality assurance programs and performance improvement activities. Additionally, they will assist with staff and student training, orientation of new employees, updating procedures, and providing technical leadership for areas of responsibility. The position also involves providing direction and problem-solving skills for laboratory functions and implementing standardization efforts as directed by laboratory leadership.
Requirements
- 2-year commitment to the role is required.
- Must be eligible to work in the US without sponsorship.
- Not eligible for F1 STEM OPT extension program.
Responsibilities
- Maintain bench competencies and work at the bench for at least 50% of time worked.
- Function independently and collaboratively with laboratory leadership in performing all major work responsibilities of professional laboratory practice.
- Perform a wide variety of complex diagnostic and therapeutic testing.
- Act as a resource for problem resolution and interpretation of results.
- May be responsible for instrument correlation and method validation.
- Correlate data based on clinical knowledge, technical expertise, and other conditions affecting test results.
- Participate in laboratory quality assurance programs and performance improvement activities.
- Assist with staff and student training, orientation of new employees, updating procedures, and providing technical leadership for areas of responsibility.
- Provide direction and problem solving skills for laboratory functions.
- Implement standardization efforts in the laboratory as directed by laboratory leadership.
Benefits
- Medical: Multiple plan options.
- Dental: Delta Dental or reimbursement account for flexible coverage.
- Vision: Affordable plan with national network.
- Pre-Tax Savings: HSA and FSAs for eligible expenses.
- Retirement: Competitive retirement package to secure your future.
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What This Job Offers
Job Type
Full-time
Career Level
Mid Level
Education Level
No Education Listed
