Medical Technologist

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Job Description

Duration: 11+ Months (Possible Of Extension) Location: South San Francisco, CA

Job Description:

Top 3 Must Have Skill Sets:

Skilled at hematology, cytology, chemistry, urinalysis, and coagulation assays Proficiency in operating and troubleshooting automated hematology and clinical chemistry instrumentation Medical Technologist certification: MT (ASCP) The department of Comparative Biology and Safety Sciences at Client is seeking an enthusiastic medical technologist who will interact with discovery scientists, pathologists, and other researchers. The successful candidate will work closely with scientific colleagues at Client to deliver excellent data and analysis to advance the R&D pipeline of potential medicines across major therapeutic areas (especially oncology, metabolic disorders, inflammation and neuroscience).

Job Responsibilities:

• Analysis of sample submitted for hematology, clinical chemistry, urinalysis, coagulation and cytology
• Microscopic review of blood smears
• Adherence to rigorous quality control procedures
• Use and maintenance of laboratory instrumentation
• Ordering and procurement of supplies
• Development and validation of new assays
• Preparation of written validation and study reports

Qualifications:

Medical Technologist certification: MT (ASCP) At least a Bachelor’s degree, MS preferred Consideration to candidates with experience in a research setting (university, hospital or industry); Skilled at hematology, cytology, chemistry, urinalysis, and coagulation assays, as well as immunoassay Proficiency in operating and troubleshooting automated hematology and clinical chemistry instrumentation Proficiency in utilization of computerized data collection systems (e.g. a LIMS or toxicology database) and office and scientific computer programs (Outlook, Word, Excel, PowerPoint, etc) Excellent team work and communication skills, a pro-active attitude, and innovative and interdisciplinary thinking towards accomplishing goals and solving issues.

Qualifications

Qualifications:

Medical Technologist certification: MT (ASCP) At least a Bachelor’s degree, MS preferred Consideration to candidates with experience in a research setting (university, hospital or industry); Skilled at hematology, cytology, chemistry, urinalysis, and coagulation assays, as well as immunoassay Proficiency in operating and troubleshooting automated hematology and clinical chemistry instrumentation

Proficiency in utilization of computerized data collection systems (e.g. a LIMS or toxicology database) and office and scientific computer programs (Outlook, Word, Excel, PowerPoint, etc) Excellent team work and communication skills, a pro-active attitude, and innovative and interdisciplinary thinking towards accomplishing goals and solving issues.