PH LABORATORY SCIENTIST 1 - NEWBORN SCREENING - 08252026-80252

Location: Nashville, TN – Department of Health, Division of Laboratory Services

Schedule: Full-time, Sunday–Thursday or Tuesday–Saturday

This position requires a criminal background check and a valid motor vehicle operator's license throughout employment.

Pay

$3,631.00 – $4,533.00 monthly ($43,572.00 – $54,396.00 annually)

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in Biology, Chemistry, Medical Laboratory Sciences, or related field from an accredited college or university; OR
• Successful completion of a two-year accredited medical laboratory technician program; OR
• Meet CLIA Testing Personnel Qualification Category set forth in federal CMS regulations 42 CFR 493.1489.

Substitution of Education for Experience: Undergraduate or graduate coursework in a related field may substitute for the required education and experience on a year-to-year basis to a maximum of two years (e.g., 24 graduate semester hours or 36 graduate quarter hours in a related field may substitute for one year of experience). A transcript with all credits must be uploaded with the employment application.

About the Role

The Public Health Laboratory Scientist 1 for Newborn Screening is an entry/working-level position that performs routine laboratory, operational, and administrative activities in the TDH Division of Laboratory Services. Under general supervision, the incumbent serves as a Laboratory Scientist responsible for performing laboratory testing and operational tasks of routine difficulty.

Responsibilities

• Perform laboratory testing and quality assurance activities for all phases of testing in accordance with agency policies, regulatory and accreditation requirements, and organizational goals.
• Contribute to laboratory processes and procedures, equipment and supply inventory management, and assist in troubleshooting practices for laboratory testing and operations.
• Participate in laboratory projects and initiatives, data analysis and management, verification/validation studies, and process improvement activities.
• Communicate laboratory operational and testing activities/tasks with laboratory personnel, supervisors, and/or managers. Notify supervisors of any operational issues and maintain effective written and oral communications.
• Maintain knowledge of clinical and public health infectious diseases, environmental laboratory science, or related laboratory specialties.
• Follow agency and organizational policies and procedures and maintain technical and non-technical proficiency and competency.
• Assist with technical and non-technical trainings for laboratory staff, students, fellows, and other professionals.
• Participate in laboratory section and division activities and initiatives.
• Maintain a clean, organized, and safe work environment.

Skills

• Analytical Skills
• Attention to Detail and Active Listening
• Time Management
• Technical Proficiency
• Problem Solving Abilities
• Deductive and Mathematical Reasoning
• Communication Ability and Speech Clarity
• Critical Thinking and Problem Sensitivity

Tools & Equipment

• General Lab Equipment
• Lab Section Specialized Equipment
• Autoclaves
• BSC and Fume-hoods
• Computers

Driver Standards

For the past five years, the candidate’s driver record must not include: DUI, reckless driving, license suspension for moving violations, or more than 4 moving violations. Include your Driver’s License Information under the Licenses and Certifications section of your application.