Medical Technologist/Medical Laboratory Technician

About Us

Pennington Biomedical Research Center is a world-renowned academic research institute of Louisiana State University. It conducts basic, clinical, and population research, focusing on understanding the causes of obesity, diabetes, cardiovascular disease, cancer, and dementia. The Center includes Basic Science, Clinical Research, and Population and Public Health, enabling both focused research and translational science. Research at Pennington Biomedical is supported broadly by multiple NIH Research Centers, and includes approximately 65 faculty and 20 postdoctoral fellows who comprise a network of 44 laboratories and 13 highly specialized core service facilities. Pennington Biomedical is located within state-of-the-art research facilities on a 222-acre campus in Baton Rouge, Louisiana.

Job Description

Pennington Biomedical Research Center, a world-renowned academic research institute of Louisiana State University, is seeking an MT/MLT in the Clinical Chemistry Laboratory. The Medical Technologist/Medical Laboratory Technician will play a key role in supporting the core clinical chemistry services of the research center. This position is responsible for performing, analyzing, and interpreting a wide range of biochemical and molecular assays in support of ongoing research studies and clinical investigations. The technologist will ensure accuracy and reliability of test results by following established quality control and safety procedures, maintaining instrumentation, and adhering to regulatory standards. Working closely with principal investigators, research coordinators, and other core laboratory staff, this role contributes to the generation of high-quality laboratory data that advances translational and clinical research. The ideal candidate demonstrates strong technical skills, meticulous attention to detail, and a commitment to scientific integrity and collaboration in a dynamic research environment.

Major Responsibilities

• Performs clinical and research analyses in a CAP-accredited laboratory following established protocols and regulatory guidelines.
• Reports and documents laboratory results accurately and in a timely manner to support research and clinical study objectives.
• Maintains quality control data to ensure analytical accuracy and compliance with CAP and CLIA requirements.
• Performs calibration, maintenance, and troubleshooting of laboratory instruments and analytical equipment; coordinates repairs as necessary.
• Maintains adequate inventory of laboratory supplies and reagents to support uninterrupted operations.
• Writes, reviews, and updates standard operating procedures (SOPs) and laboratory documentation to align with accreditation standards.
• Develops and validates new methods of analysis to support emerging research projects and novel study designs.
• Captures, documents, and coordinates the laboratory components of clinical research trials, ensuring proper sample handling, documentation, and data integrity.
• Affords assistance in maintaining CAP and CLIA accreditation through participation in audits, inspections, and continuous quality improvement activities.

Required Qualifications

• Medical Technologist:
• Bachelor’s degree in clinical laboratory science (CLS), medical technology (MT), chemical, physical, or biological science, or a related field.
• Minimum of two (2) years of experience in a clinical, research, or analytical laboratory setting.
• Experience in a CAP-accredited or CLIA-certified laboratory preferred.
• Current Louisiana license as a Clinical Laboratory Scientist–Generalist or Clinical Laboratory Scientist–Specialist.
• Working knowledge of CAP, CLIA, HIPAA, and OSHA compliance requirements, along with standard laboratory safety and quality control practices.
• Strong analytical and organizational skills; ability to troubleshoot technical issues, manage multiple priorities, and maintain meticulous documentation in a regulated environment.
• Medical Laboratory Technician:
• Associate degree in medical laboratory technology or clinical laboratory science.
• Current Louisiana license as a Clinical Laboratory Scientist-Technician.
• American Society for Clinical Pathology (ASCP) certification or American Medical Technologists (AMT).
• Hands-on experience operating, maintaining, and troubleshooting analytical instruments used in clinical chemistry and immunoassay testing.
• Familiarity with CAP, CLIA, and OSHA regulatory requirements and standard laboratory safety procedures.
• Demonstrated proficiency in laboratory techniques, data accuracy, and quality control; strong analytical and problem-solving abilities; effective communication and teamwork skills in a multidisciplinary research environment.

Additional Job Description

Competencies: None
Special Instructions: Interested candidates should include a resume and a list of three (3) professional references to the online application. Professional references should be the name, title, company, and contact information from past employers. Professional references should include current or previous supervisors and/or coworkers. Personal references should not be considered for the reference check process. We will respect the request that we not contact a current employer. However, we will need to contact a prior supervisor if such a request is made. A letter of application/cover letter is recommended but not required. Official transcripts are required prior to hire and are not required at the time of application.

Additional Position Information

Pennington Biomedical is located within state-of-the-art research facilities on a 222-acre campus in Baton Rouge, Louisiana. For more information, visit PBRC.

Contact Information

Questions or concerns can be directed to PBRC Human Resources at 225-763-2776 or hrm@pbrc.edu.

Background Check

An offer of employment is contingent on a satisfactory pre-employment background check.

Benefits

Pennington Biomedical Research Center offers outstanding benefits to eligible employees and their dependents including health, life, dental, and vision insurance; flexible spending accounts; retirement options; various leave options; paid holidays; wellness benefits; tuition exemption for qualified positions; training and development opportunities; employee discounts; and more!

Essential Position

Pennington Biomedical Research Center/LSU is an Equal Opportunity Employer.