Clinical Laboratory Scientist
University of California - Los Angeles Health | |
United States, California, Los Angeles | |
Nov 15, 2024 | |
Description
Join our dynamic team, where we're dedicated to advancing the field of immunogenetics, histocompatibility, and transplantation immunology. As a Clinical Laboratory Scientist, you will be responsible for a multitude of tests in relation to organ transplantation. Your primary duties include: * Perform high complexity histocompatibility testing, including serological techniques, microcytotoxicity testing, cross-matching, and antibody testing using Luminex. * Participate in Transplant on-call and weekend rotations. * Contribute to ongoing R&D and method development projects. Salary Range: $53.31 - $71.04/hour Qualifications
* Current, valid California Clinical Laboratory Scientist (CLS) or Clinical Histocompatibility Scientist (CHS) license. * Bachelor's degree. * Ability to work outside of normal shift hours, including on-call and rotating weekends. * Experience and background in Human Leukocyte Antigen (HLA) and blood bank, preferred. * Background in molecular methods, reference ranges, test methodologies, instrument operation/maintenance as well as CAP and other regulatory requirements. * Knowledge of relevant disease states in order to communicate significance of test results. * Ability to perform testing, documentation, interpretation, and report preparation for ongoing R&D and method development projects. * Strong teamwork skills. * Must pass the Ishihara Color Vision exam, i.e. visual acuity including color differentiation. |