Laboratory Scientist - Immunology Lab
The Laboratory Scientist in the Immunology Lab performs high complexity clinical laboratory tests under supervision, ensuring accurate and reliable patient results. This role involves adherence to quality control, biosafety, and regulatory standards, troubleshooting assay and instrument issues, and maintaining proficiency through continuing education. The position emphasizes accountability, teamwork, and effective communication within a clinical laboratory environment.
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What You’ll Do
This part-time, entry-level Laboratory Scientist position supports immunology testing and clinical laboratory operations for a confidential client. You will run high-complexity assays, follow laboratory SOPs, and help ensure accurate, timely patient test results.
- Perform high-complexity immunology and clinical laboratory tests as authorized by lab leadership.
- Follow and document quality control (QC) activities, instrument and procedural calibrations, and maintenance.
- Troubleshoot and correct assay or instrument issues; work with supervisors to resolve QC problems.
- Follow biosafety protocols and institutional policies for handling patient specimens and potentially infectious materials.
- Perform data entry, error correction, and assemble data packets; document corrective actions when systems deviate from performance specifications.
- Participate in proficiency testing and maintain required records.
- Comply with GxP standards (GLP/GCLP/GCP) and other applicable regulatory requirements when relevant.
- Perform competency assessments including age-specific competencies as required by the department.
- Use department computer systems correctly (orders, reports, charges); respond to communications in a timely manner.
- Monitor inventory; prepare reagents as needed and support inspection preparation.
- Attend continuing education and training—aim for at least 12 CEU credits per year.
Qualifications
Minimum required and preferred qualifications for this role:
- Education: Bachelor of Science in Biology, Chemistry, or a related scientific field (required).
- Experience: Previous laboratory experience preferred; entry-level candidates with relevant coursework and lab practicum are encouraged to apply.
- Certifications/Licensure: None required for this posting.
- Competencies: accountability, laboratory knowledge, customer focus, decision quality, drive for results, effective communication, adaptability to change, strong teamwork, and basic problem-solving skills.
Compensation & Schedule
- Pay range: $22.76 - $30.10 per hour (hourly; displayed per Colorado pay-transparency rules).
- Employment type: Part-time.
- Location/Work type: Based in Denver, CO with telecommute/remote work elements as defined by the confidential client (applicant location requirements apply).
- Travel: None required.
Benefits
Benefits are offered by the confidential client and may include (summary):
- Multiple medical plan options, with HSA and FSA availability.
- Generous paid time off and paid holidays consistent with state regulations.
- Dental and vision coverage effective following hire eligibility periods.
- Retirement savings plan with employer contributions per eligibility rules.
- Wellness incentives, tuition reimbursement, and childcare assistance options.
- Employer participation in eligible loan forgiveness programs.
- Employer-paid disability and life insurance options plus voluntary benefits (accident, hospital indemnity, legal plans).
- Employee discounts (local services, transit passes, etc.).
Core Expectations
- Be punctual and available to work scheduled shifts.
- Accept supervision, work cooperatively, and maintain professional grooming and visible ID.
- Complete required training and institutional compliance modules on time.
- Follow safety and infection control procedures; use appropriate PPE.
- Uphold regulatory and institutional standards at all times.
Confidential Client & Hiring Details
This role is posted on behalf of a confidential client in the Healthcare & Nursing industry. The confidential client makes final hiring decisions and will provide details on specific team assignments, schedules, and onboarding steps to candidates who advance.
Equal Opportunity & Hiring Transparency
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