Clinical Laboratory Scientist

About the role

Perform laboratory functions that support solid organ and blood & marrow transplant programs. Functions include on-call responsibilities for the deceased donor transplant programs; perform infectious disease testing; data entry of patient and sample information into various systems, prepare cell subsets; isolate DNA; HLA type by various methods; crossmatch by flow cytometry method; test and identify HLA antibodies; chimerism monitoring and other HLA-related tests; assist in managing samples (store, retrieve, and aliquot samples); perform quality control and routine maintenance of various laboratory equipment; analyze and report laboratory data; order supplies, repairs, and other services; answer phones and perform other duties as assigned.

Responsibilities

• On-call responsibilities for the deceased donor transplant programs
• Perform infectious disease testing
• Data entry of patient and sample information into various systems
• Prepare cell subsets
• Isolate DNA
• HLA type by various methods
• Crossmatch by flow cytometry method
• Test and identify HLA antibodies
• Chimerism monitoring and other HLA-related tests
• Assist in managing samples (store, retrieve, and aliquot samples)
• Perform quality control and routine maintenance of various laboratory equipment
• Analyze and report laboratory data
• Order supplies, repairs, and other services
• Answer phones and perform other duties as assigned

Qualifications

• Graduation from college with a major in an appropriate scientific field
• Possession of a clinical laboratory scientist’s license or a similar license of equal or higher level issued by the California Department of Health
• Knowledge and abilities essential to the successful performance of duties assigned to the position
• Current California Clinical Laboratory Scientist (CLS) Generalist or Clinical Histocompatibility Scientist license
• Relevant laboratory experience and/or a degree in life science or related course
• Ability to perform on-call duties including reporting to the laboratory within an hour of notice or call
• Ability to work variable shifts as required by laboratory operations including weekends, nights, and early mornings
• Accurate and be able to process multiple samples without switches
• Able to work with personal computers
• Effective as a member of a team
• Proven record of being reliable and be able to multi-task
• Proficient in communication and interpersonal skills to communicate effectively, both verbally and in writing
• Tidy and orderly

Skills

Not specified

Benefits

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Pay

The salary range for this position is $69.50 - $86.57 (Hourly Rate).

Schedule

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About UCSF

The University of California, San Francisco (UCSF) is a leading university dedicated to promoting health worldwide through advanced biomedical research, graduate-level education in the life sciences and health professions, and excellence in patient care. It is the only campus in the 10-campus UC system dedicated exclusively to the health sciences. We bring together the world’s leading experts in nearly every area of health. We are home to five Nobel laureates who have advanced the understanding of cancer, neurodegenerative diseases, aging and stem cells. Pride Values UCSF is a diverse community made of people with many skills and talents. We seek candidates whose work experience or community service have prepared them to contribute to our commitment to professionalism, respect, integrity, diversity and excellence – also known as our PRIDE values . In addition to our PRIDE values, UCSF is committed to equity – both in how we deliver care as well as our workforce. We are committed to building a broadly diverse community, nurturing a culture that is welcoming and supportive, and engaging diverse ideas for the provision of culturally competent education, discovery, and patient care. Additional information about UCSF is available here . Join us to find a rewarding career contributing to improving healthcare worldwide.

Equal Employment Opportunity The University of California is an Equal Opportunity Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, age, protected veteran status, or other protected status under state or federal law.