Lead Clinical Laboratory Scientist

Quick Facts

• Role: Lead Clinical Laboratory Scientist (Microbiology)

Description

Lead a Microbiology laboratory specialty as a technical authority for complex, unique, and emerging tests. Coordinate team/unit priorities, ensure accurate verification of results (including off-hour work), and improve testing methods and quality through statistical QC/QA analysis, workflow/SOP development, and method validation. Provide guidance for corrective actions and staff training.

Responsibilities

• Coordinate team/unit processes with management
• Prepare reports and maintain records
• Present work-related information to the supervisor
• Research qualitative and quantitative laboratory methods
• Perform statistical analysis for QC and QA monitoring
• Conduct studies, recommend changes, and correct deficiencies
• Design workflows for objectives in the clinical specialty area
• Coordinate training for methods and techniques in the specialty
• Write and revise Standard Operating Procedures (SOPs)
• Maintain instrument maintenance logs; review logs monthly and ensure technician/technologist maintenance
• Review all verified results for accuracy, including off-hour/weekend shifts
• Recognize, respond to, and document errors in a timely manner
• Guide corrective actions and notify providers as appropriate
• Provide additional support duties as needed

Requirements

• U.S. citizenship
• Bachelor’s degree or higher from an accredited college/university
• Meet certification requirements (ASCP BOC/AMT or ASCP BOR/AMT) using one of the approved education/experience/route options
• Proficiency in written and spoken English
• Subject to background/security investigation
• Pass pre-employment physical evaluation
• Comply with drug testing and other pre-employment processes (urinalysis testing for drug use in testing-designated positions)
• Complete required onboarding and identification documentation
• Complete the required 1–2 year trial period with satisfactory evaluation

Benefits

• Traditional federal pension (5 years vesting) and federal 401K with up to 5% contributions
• Comprehensive federal health/vision/dental/term life/long-term care insurance options
• Access to additional federal employee benefits (eligibility depends on position type)