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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

In addition to a competitive salary range, this position is also eligible for shift differentials.

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.

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