Sr Medical Lab Scientist-Clinical Microbiology
Core
Develop, validate, and optimize microbiology assays and testing systems for detecting bacterial and fungal pathogens to support pediatric patient care.
Role type
Senior Medical Laboratory Scientist (Clinical Microbiology)
Builds
Clinical diagnostic services for infectious disease agents
Domain
Healthcare / Clinical Microbiology
Deliverable
production ML models | product features | dashboards & analysis | research | client delivery | infrastructure | physical/clinical work
Required skills
Method validation, assay implementation, antimicrobial susceptibility testing (AST), mass spectrometry, flow cytometry, data analysis, quality management, SOP development, troubleshooting instrumentation
Preferred skills
Leading technical projects, emerging diagnostic technologies, automated microbiology systems, AI/ML applications, advanced microbial characterization
Technologies
Mass spectrometry, flow cytometry, automated biochemical testing, gradient diffusion methods, microdilution techniques
Responsibilities
Design and execute validation studies for new assays and instruments; Manage assigned technical projects and timelines; Provide troubleshooting expertise for assays and instrumentation; Facilitate transition of new methods into clinical operations via training and SOPs; Maintain quality control materials and performance monitoring; Communicate technical findings through reports and publications
Seniority
Senior, hands-on IC with project leadership