Scientist Jobs

About The Position

Requirements

• Bachelor’s degree in Medical Technology, biology or related sciences required or; an Associate’s degree in Medical Laboratory Technology, or completion of Military Laboratory Technology with a minimum of three years of experience.
• No experience required with a Bachelor’s degree, or three years of experience in a clinical laboratory with an Associate’s degree or completion of Military Laboratory Technician program required.

Nice To Haves

• ASCP or equivalent preferred.

Responsibilities

• Performs analyses on a variety of sample types.
• Maintains proper records and utilizes independent judgement to generate acceptable test results.
• Responsible for quality, efficiency and safety in the performance of laboratory functions.
• Serves as a fully effective and participative member of the multidisciplinary patient care services team.
• Independently performs waived, moderate and high complexity testing using manual and automated processes.
• Complies and participates with all regulatory agency guidelines (CLIA 88, TJC, CAP, FDA, etc.) and addresses concerns as needed.
• Independently identifies and resolves analytical problems, troubleshoots equipment issues and takes corrective action in evaluating testing procedures, patient results and specimen integrity; seeks guidance when necessary.
• Independently reviews and records quality control and determines the acceptability of testing, patient results, and instrument function by applying the principles of QA/QC daily.
• Responds to clinical and customer concerns, independently resolves customer issues in a confidential manner, employing integrity and discretion.
• Assists with development and modification of procedures and assumes additional responsibilities when appropriate.
• Independently troubleshoots and resolves problems and documents corrective actions.
• Attends/Leads mandatory education, training, and in-service meetings specific to department.

Benefits

• Review the 2025-2026 UMMS Benefits Guide