About Careertakes

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What You’ll Do

Confidential Client is hiring a Laboratory Scientist (Mycobacteriology) to perform clinical laboratory analyses and support high-complexity testing under supervision. This role focuses on producing accurate patient results while following established lab quality systems and biosafety practices.

• Perform authorized high-complexity mycobacteriology tests and assays.
• Follow and document quality control (QC), calibrations, maintenance, and corrective actions.
• Troubleshoot assays and instruments; perform routine maintenance and reagent preparation.
• Process, enter, and compile test data; document deviations and corrective steps.
• Test proficiency samples in the same manner as patient specimens.
• Follow applicable GxP/GLP/GCLP/GCP and institutional SOPs and biosafety protocols.
• Use laboratory information systems appropriately for orders, reporting, and charging.
• Participate in inspections and maintain required competency records.
• Complete continuing education (target ~12 CEUs/year) and mandatory NetLearning modules.
• Monitor supply and equipment inventories and report issues to leadership.

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Key Competencies

The ideal candidate demonstrates:

• Accountability and integrity in clinical testing and teamwork.
• Clear laboratory knowledge and understanding of testing principles.
• Customer focus with attention to physician and patient needs.
• Sound decision quality and problem-solving under protocol guidance.
• Effective communications and timely responsiveness.
• Adaptability to change and eagerness to learn.
• Strong professional relationships and collaborative work style.

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Minimum Qualifications

• Education: Bachelor of Science in Biology, Chemistry, or a related scientific field (required).
• Experience: Previous clinical laboratory experience preferred.
• Certifications/Licenses: None required for entry; follow any state licensing rules as needed.

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Work Type & Location

• Employment Type: FULL_TIME
• Job Location Type: TELECOMMUTE (role allows remote/telecommute work as posted). Candidate must be authorized to work in the United States as applicable.

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Compensation

• Hourly wage: $22.76 - $30.10 per hour (as posted). Pay transparency: the listed range reflects the compensation for this role in Glendale, CO.

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Benefits

Confidential Client offers a comprehensive benefits package including (but not limited to):

• Multiple medical plan options (Cigna), HSA/FSA where applicable.
• Generous PTO accruals and paid holidays (Colorado-compliant sick leave).
• Dental and vision plans (effective start of month after hire).
• Retirement savings (403(b) eligibility and employer contributions per policy).
• Wellness incentives, tuition reimbursement, childcare assistance.
• Employer-paid disability and life insurance options and voluntary benefits.
• Eligibility for Public Service Loan Forgiveness where applicable.

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Equal Opportunity & Hiring Transparency

Careertakes and our client are Equal Opportunity Employers committed to building a diverse and inclusive workforce. We prohibit discrimination or harassment of any kind. To support a fair and efficient hiring process, AI tools may be used to assist with application review or resume screening. These tools do not replace human decision-making. Final hiring decisions are made by people.

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