• Uses a wide variety of bioinformatics approaches, statistical methods and computer programs to collect, organize, and analyze data for optimal retrieval and presentation of results in a clear concise manner
• Modify or adapt new methods, techniques and technical procedures to correct deficiencies and to build, improve and expand services in the specialty area of molecular hematology
• Follow the laboratory’s established policies and procedures when test systems are not within the laboratory’s established acceptable levels of performance
• Identify problems that may adversely affect test performance or the reporting of test results
• Correct the problem or notify staff
• Document all corrective actions taken
• Communicate and consult with pertinent medical personnel regarding collection procedures
• Troubleshoot any problems with the specimen or documentation
• Troubleshot problems with equipment such as thermocyclers (e.g., GeneAmp PCR System), ABI 7500 Fast Real-Time PCR System, and QIASymphony/QIAgility instruments

Skills: Bioinformatics, Statistical Analysis, Molecular Hematology, PCR Testing, qPCR Operation, Quality Control, Specimen Troubleshooting, Instrument Troubleshooting

• Oversee all aspects of laboratory safety, quality control, quality assurance and quality improvement (QC/QA/QI) policies and procedures
• Document all quality control activities, instrument calibrations and maintenance performed
• Maintain records that demonstrate proficiency testing samples are tested in the same manner as patient specimens
• Organize daily workload based on priorities, rotation schedule and needs of the laboratory and patients
• Order reagents and supplies required for the specialty testing for equipment and supply contracts
• Collaborate with staff to evaluate and/or develop new techniques
• Perform comparative studies with older technology
• Perform evaluations to determine new guidelines
• Ensure compliance with accrediting and inspections agency requirements, participating in activities associated with the laboratory accreditation process

Skills: Laboratory Quality Management, Quality Documentation, Proficiency Testing, Workload Prioritization, Supply Procurement, Technique Development, Comparative Studies, Regulatory Compliance

• Experimental development of specialist chemical products such as emulsion stabilisers, nanoparticles and microparticles
• Working with microfluidic systems to develop and test robust synthetic protocols
• Exploring novel particle generation applications of microfluidics
• Develop robust protocols to aid the development and release of application-specific microfluidic systems
• Generating documentation for microfluidic protocols
• Running proof of concept tests for potential customers
• Supporting the Operations team and the commercial teams through the release of new chemical products
• Assisting with the day-to-day running of the Laboratory
• Supporting the marketing team with data and content creation relating to chemical products and microfluidic protocols, e.g., datasheets, PR materials, and technical proofreading
• Testing products in-house to ensure they meet the customer’s expectations for performance and quality

Skills: Microfluidic Development, Particle Synthesis, Experimental Chemistry, Protocol Optimisation, Laboratory Operations, Technical Documentation, Product Testing, Data Generation

• Leads project management within the department, which includes defining the objectives, vision, and scope to achieve designated project milestones
• Conducts failure investigations related to the internal testing of sponsor products
• Develops training materials that decrease time to productivity and reduce quality issues with trainees
• Provides technical training to help employees gain proficiency within assigned tests and to build expertise that preserves business continuity
• Acts as a scientific mentor within their department
• Validates new test methods and re-validates existing methods
• Partners with other functions to complete equipment qualifications
• Writes test method justifications for sponsors
• Draft complex quotes using project estimates and processes orders
• Acts as a technical resource for deviations and Quality Events (QEs)

Skills: Project Management, Failure Investigation, Training Development, Technical Training, Scientific Mentoring, Method Validation, Equipment Qualification, Technical Documentation

• Creating a report for exporting prototypes overseas
• Support for R&D Kaizen activities
• Undertaking either Microbiological analysis by approved company methods and maintaining good laboratory records required for an accredited laboratory
• Adhering to the requirements of UKAS accreditation to meet ISO 17025 as described in the Quality Manual, e.g., auditing, proficiency testing, and validation
• Maintaining a record of Continuing Professional Development and proof of ongoing competence
• Using information and data on samples to determine result validity, and form decisions regarding certification and instigation of further actions
• Reporting of results to customers and answering internal customer queries
• Investigating and documenting procedure breaches through non-conforming work
• Complying with and improving Health and Safety procedures

Skills: Technical Reporting, R&D Support, Microbiological Analysis, Quality Compliance, Data Interpretation, Result Reporting, Procedure Investigation, Health & Safety

• Ensures incoming environmental samples are triaged and processed while maintaining the chain of custody
• Following standard protocols and quality assurance requirements
• Performs and interprets a variety of specialized tests for the detection and identification of pathogens
• Completes documentation, prepares reports, answers questions, troubleshoots, and makes recommendations to the supervisor for inclusion in comprehensive reports
• Maintains and operates equipment and instruments
• Performing calibrations and adjustments properly and in a safe manner
• Safely handles various biological materials, including biohazardous waste
• Responsible for maintaining knowledge and skills related to the position and program

Skills: Sample Processing, Protocol Adherence, Pathogen Testing, Documentation Management, Equipment Operation, Instrument Calibration, Biohazard Handling, Continuous Learning

• Prepares specimens for analysis and organizes tests to be performed
• Prepares and properly labels reagents required for laboratory testing
• Analyzes dried blood spots or body fluid to determine the presence of normal and abnormal components
• Reviews test results, maintains legible work records, and enters findings into the laboratory information systems
• Performs routine preventative maintenance on instruments and equipment according to established schedule and procedure
• Verifies proper instrument function by checking and calibrating lab instruments and documenting data
• Records on the instrument log any repairs, replacements and maintenance performed on laboratory instruments
• Abides by laboratory safety policies and procedures

Skills: Specimen Preparation, Reagent Preparation, Clinical Analysis, Result Interpretation, Instrument Maintenance, Instrument Calibration, Equipment Documentation, Laboratory Safety

• Inoculating specimens and samples on appropriate microbiological culture media
• Recording observations, including colony morphology
• Set-up of biochemical tests and other methods for microbial identification (e.g., MALDI-TOF, Vitek 2)
• Performing conventional and molecular serotyping assays
• Polymerase chain reaction (PCR) for the detection and characterization of pathogenic microorganisms and virulence factors
• Subtyping of microorganisms by biological methods (e.g., DNA Sequencing)
• Adapts and validates methods from established methodology and protocols
• Performs quality control testing on media, reagents, and test kits and records observations
• Enters specimen and sample information into the Laboratory Information Management System
• Provides customer service functions by communicating explanations of test results to physicians, local health departments (LHDS) and other government agencies

Skills: Microbial Culturing, Colony Observation, Biochemical Testing, Serotyping Methods, PCR Analysis, Microbial Subtyping, Method Validation, Quality Control

• Monitors and ensures the performance of laboratory equipment
• Performs routine maintenance and calibrations
• Identifies problems that require vendor support
• Performs writing activities
• Monitors routine laboratory supplies to perform daily functions
• Participates in collaboration with multi-disciplinary team (e.g., ODH Terrorism Response staff, State Highway Patrol, Federal Bureau of Investigation, Emergency Management Agency, Public Safety, LHD)
• Attends professional meetings and trainings on public health trends and methodologies
• Testifies and participates in depositions as required by courts of law in lawsuits involving testing performed by the ODH Public Health Laboratory
• Maintains laboratory records and test results and maintains a clean and orderly work area
• Monitors and helps to maintain laboratory supply inventory levels
• Serves as a member of a disaster recovery/business resumption team, incident response team, or similar public health response team, which may include the conduct of operations on a 24/7 basis at remote locations

Skills: Equipment Monitoring, Routine Maintenance, Problem Identification, Technical Writing, Supply Management, Cross-Functional Collaboration, Public Health Training, Record Management

• Serve as a technical expert providing state-of-the-art molecular analyses in any Service (i.e., Hematology, Microbiology, and/or Immunology) within the department
• Performs a wide variety of complex experimental procedures involving cell biology, biochemistry, immunology and molecular biology techniques
• Work with staff on specimen processing and test performance of moderate to high complexity tests
• Conducts research using plasmid purification, DNA/RNA purification and quantitation, production of recombinant vectors, subcloning, cell transfection, real-time PCR, site-directed mutagenesis, electrophoresis mobility shift assay (EMSA) and ChIP
• Collaborates with graded Investigator(s) on projects, methods and equipment, aiding in meeting the lab’s research goals
• Independently analyzes experimental data and discusses the interpretation, reliability, validity and significance of ongoing research projects
• Uses a wide variety of bioinformatics approaches, statistical methods and computer programs to collect, organize, and analyze data for optimal retrieval and presentation of results in a clear, concise manner
• Provides technical supervision, advice and assistance over the research work of Clinical Staff Fellows and serves as a resource to other biologists/technologists who are working in the laboratory

Skills: Molecular Analysis, Complex Experimentation, Specimen Processing, Genetic Engineering, Research Collaboration, Data Interpretation, Bioinformatics Analysis, Technical Supervision

• Good standard of English (verbal and written) and attention to detail
• Previous clinical/research post experience 
• Experience in molecular biology techniques including nucleic acid extraction and Next Generation Sequencing (NGS) techniques
• Experience with Illumina technology
• Experience in the maintenance of quality management systems in a regulated (ISO) environment
• Experience in operating, maintaining and troubleshooting liquid handling systems 
• Demonstrated ability to work independently as well as in a team to complete routine day-to-day tasks
• Strong creative thinking and problem-solving skills
• Excellent communication skills and the ability to work in a diverse, multi-cultural environment
• Ability to multitask, along with an orientation toward teamwork and cooperation essential

Qualifications: BS in Immunology with 6 years of Experience

• Experience working with and managing clinical samples 
• Must pay attention to detail 
• Experience with an electronic lab notebook
• Comfort in ambiguity and flexibility to meet the growing needs of the team
• Excellent communication skills to collaborate and empathize with team members of all backgrounds and geographies 
• Proficiency in using common data analysis and presentation tools, e.g., FlowJo, GraphPad Prism, Word, PowerPoint, Excel 
• Experience with in vitro and ex vivo assays
• Working experience in Flow cytometry 
• Must have intellectual curiosity and excitement to learn new techniques and technologies 

Qualifications: BS in Genetics with 4 years of Experience

• Experience in a clinical laboratory setting
• Able to perform high complexity tests in a highly regulated CLIA/CAP environment including analytical and post-analytical processes
• Ability to multitask and prioritize duties to meet turnaround times and timelines that directly impact patient care
• Detail-oriented, conscientious and possesses a strong sense of ownership in one’s work
• Ability to read, understand, and comply with detailed procedures that ensure the safety of all personnel
• Excellent communication and ability to work as part of a cohesive team
• Able to follow the laboratory's procedures for specimen handling and processing, test analyses, reporting and maintaining records of patient test results
• Able to follow the laboratory’s established policies and procedures for troubleshooting when test systems are not within the laboratory's established acceptable levels of performance
• Capable of identifying problems that may adversely affect test performance or the reporting of test results
• Capable of correcting the problem(s) or immediately notifying the general supervisor

Qualifications: BS in Microbiology with 5 years of Experience

• Excellent organisational and administrative skills
• Understanding engineering science and technology
• Strong mathematical skills, analytical thinking and problem problem-solving, developmental and design skills
• Strong understanding of chemistry, laboratory methodologies and practices, quantities and reactions of mixing chemicals and hazardous materials
• Ability to identify work priorities and efficiently manage own and peer workloads
• Understanding of COSHH Health and Safety legislation, policies and procedures
• Experience of dealing with laboratory equipment, e.g., Electrical equipment, pressure vessels, fume cupboards, etc.
• Laboratory training or experience performing high complexity testing
• Strong reading, writing, and analytical skills
• Ability to operate general laboratory equipment, including telephones, computers, automated analyzers, centrifuges, microscopes, manual and automated pipettes, and audible alarms

Qualifications: BS in Public Health Laboratory Science with 6 years of Experience

• Must meet the requirements for Testing Personnel under CLIA 88 (42 CFR, part 493)
• Experience in a high complexity CLIA/CAP environment 
• Experience in Molecular Biology, Molecular Pathology, and/or Medical Genetics 
• Must have a current CA CLS license
• General lab experience, including experience with general lab equipment and good laboratory practices
• Able to multitask and work at a fast level
• Hands-on experience in manufacturing, operations, or pilot lab/scale-up operations
• Experience in pharmaceutical scale-up activities, pharmaceutical validations, or extensive laboratory experience in qPCR testing 

Qualifications: BS in Cell Biology with 4 years of Experience

• Must have ASCP certification in clinical laboratory science
• Possess and maintain computer skills
• Working knowledge of the Microsoft Office suite
• Excellent communication skills, both verbal and written
• Must be detail-oriented, a self-starter, and possess critical thinking skills
• Able to set priorities and function as part of a team as well as independently
• Ability to use good judgment, maintaining confidentiality at all times
• Experience working in a CLIA-regulated environment 
• Experience performing molecular assays 
• Familiarity with multiplex immunoassay platforms

Qualifications: BS in Analytical Chemistry with 5 years of Experience

• Experience in a clinical laboratory working as a Clinical Laboratory Scientist
• Ability to apply common sense understanding to carry out instructions furnished in written, oral or diagram form
• Ability to deal with problems involving several concrete variables in standardized situations
• Ability to work with a laboratory information system
• Knowledge of Microsoft applications such as Word and EXCEL
• Working understanding of good laboratory practices and regulatory compliance
• Ability to adapt and be flexible in a fast-paced and evolving work environment
• Ability to work diligently with minimal supervision
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills
• Basic computer proficiency

Qualifications: BA in Chemistry with 4 years of Experience

• Ability to read and comprehend simple instructions, short correspondence, and memos
• Ability to write simple correspondence
• Ability to effectively present information in one-on-one and small group situations to customers, clients, and other incumbents of the organization
• Must be willing to work in a Labor Management Partnership environment
• Experience including Hematology, Urinalysis, Chemistry, Blood Bank and Bacteriology experience
• Knowledge of theory and test application of clinical chemistry, hematology/microscopy and coagulation
• Knowledge of transfusion service and flow cytometry theory and test applications 
• Current experience as a Clinical Laboratory Scientist in one or more sections of the laboratory
• Experience providing laboratory testing for similar patient populations (examples include pediatric, neonatal, oncology, perinatal and cardiac)
• Experience working in a laboratory with a computerized laboratory information system 
• Critical thinking skills, decisive judgment, multi-tasking and the ability to work with minimal supervision
• Must be able to work in a complex, fast-paced environment and take appropriate actions in challenging situations

Qualifications: BS in Clinical Laboratory Science with 7 years of Experience

• Computer literate, including experience with Microsoft Office packages (Word, Excel)
• Experience of working on own initiative and as part of a team
• Good communication skills, both verbal and written
• Organised with a methodical approach to workload and the ability to prioritise
• Excellent attention to detail with well-honed problem-solving skills
• Willing to participate in the Laboratory Scientist progression scheme to develop skills and increase responsibilities
• Experience of working in an ISO 17025 environment 
• Knowledge of laboratory principles and techniques
• Knowledge of transfusion medicine (blood bank) and related laboratory specialties
• Skill in performing clinical laboratory work independently

Qualifications: BS in Microbiology with 5 years of Experience

• Must have knowledge and experience of carrying out one or more of the following techniques and methods: HPLC, GC, LC-MS, FT-MS and a variety of extraction techniques
• Experience of working in a laboratory environment
• Experience of working in a research environment
• Ability to communicate scientific messages with accuracy and clarity
• Ability to carry out maintenance on systems for preventative maintenance and to aid with troubleshooting 
• Experience in the application of several scientific methods and techniques in the area of Mass Spectrometry to generate high-quality data in support of several research projects
• Familiarity with omics technologies and molecular biology
• Basic understanding of immuno-oncology, immunology or cancer biology

Qualifications: BS in Genetics with 4 years of Experience