• Clinical Lab Specialist

    Actalent (San Marcos, TX)


    Job Title: Clinical Laboratory Specialist

    Job Description

    A Clinical Laboratory Specialist ensures operational efficiency and maintains regulatory compliance while performing their duties.

    Responsibilities

    + Perform molecular, serologic, and manufacturing sample testing ranging from routine to high complexity.

    + Accession clinical samples and manage data entry/reporting in the Laboratory Information System (LIS).

    + Monitor and document daily, weekly, and monthly quality control metrics.

    + Maintain equipment calibrations and support method validations and assay development.

    + Train new staff and conduct competency assessments.

    + Ensure compliance with SOPs, cGMP, and regulatory guidelines.

    + Handle samples and materials using proper PPE and safety protocols.

    + Document deviations and CAPA submissions using MediaLab software.

    + Summarize quality metrics using Microsoft tools.

    Essential Skills

    + Sample Testing

    + Quality Control

    + Regulatory Compliance

    + Manufacturing Testing

    + Molecular Testing

    + Knowledge of immunohematology and molecular procedures, including NAT testing

    + Proficient in technical writing for inclusion in regulated documents

     

    Additional Skills & Qualifications

     

    + Bachelor of Science Degree in immunology, genetics, molecular biology, or related field

    + Promotes teamwork and has a positive employee morale

    + 12 months or less of experience in a clinical or research laboratory environment is a plus

    + CLS (ASCP) or equivalent is a plus

    Work Environment

    Work is performed in both a lab and an office environment. The role requires frequent sitting for a total of 4-6 hours per day.

     

    Location

     

    This position is based out of San Marcos, Texas.

    Pay and Benefits

    The pay range for this position is $32.00 - $32.00/hr.

     

    Eligibility requirements apply to some benefits and may depend on your job classification and length of employment. Benefits are subject to change and may be subject to specific elections, plan, or program terms. If eligible, the benefits available for this temporary role may include the following:

     

    • Medical, dental & vision • Critical Illness, Accident, and Hospital • 401(k) Retirement Plan – Pre-tax and Roth post-tax contributions available • Life Insurance (Voluntary Life & AD&D for the employee and dependents) • Short and long-term disability • Health Spending Account (HSA) • Transportation benefits • Employee Assistance Program • Time Off/Leave (PTO, Vacation or Sick Leave)

     

    Workplace Type

     

    This is a fully onsite position in San Marcos,TX.

     

    Application Deadline

     

    This position is anticipated to close on Oct 23, 2025.

    About Actalent

    Actalent is a global leader in engineering and sciences services and talent solutions. We help visionary companies advance their engineering and science initiatives through access to specialized experts who drive scale, innovation and speed to market. With a network of almost 30,000 consultants and more than 4,500 clients across the U.S., Canada, Asia and Europe, Actalent serves many of the Fortune 500.

     

    The company is an equal opportunity employer and will consider all applications without regard to race, sex, age, color, religion, national origin, veteran status, disability, sexual orientation, gender identity, genetic information or any characteristic protected by law.

     

    If you would like to request a reasonable accommodation, such as the modification or adjustment of the job application process or interviewing due to a disability, please email [email protected] (%[email protected]) for other accommodation options.