Clinical Laboratory Scientist (09746, 09747)
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Job Location:
Helena, MT - USA
Monthly Salary:
Not Disclosed
Posted on:
4 days ago
Vacancies:
1 Vacancy
Job Summary
To be considered for this position you must complete the state application and attach all required documents through the Montana State Careers site at .
The Montana Department of Public Health and Human Services (DPHHS) has a career opportunity within the Public Health and Safety Division in Helena.
This Clinical Laboratory Specialist position performs testing for infectious agents to support work of the Montana Public Health Laboratory. Testing areas include serology bacteriology mycology/parasitology mycobacteriology and next generation addition newborn screening testing is performed to detect metabolic abnormalities in infants. The laboratory is focused on disease detection surveillance and prevention for the State of Montana. This position also provides technical consultation to public health and clinical partners regarding test methodologies proper collection and handling of specimens as well as accurate interpretation and correlation of test results.
Why Join DPHHS
Our mission at DPHHS is serving Montanans in their communities to improve health safety well-being and empower independence. By joining our department you will have the opportunity to perform meaningful work in public service to our state and its residents.
The State of Montanas comprehensive benefits package includes healthcare coverage retirement plans paid vacation sick leave and holidays work/life balance and eligibility to participate in the Public Service Loan Forgiveness (PSLF) addition DPHHS is the largest state agency with a wide range of advancement opportunities whether you are joining the workforce or have several years of experience.
Qualifications for this Career Opportunity
Knowledge of clinical laboratory processes and practices.
Analytical and critical thinking skills including acute attention to detail.
Ability to decide validity of data and interpret test results.
Meet minimum qualifications:
Bachelors degree in clinical lab science or comparable science discipline.
One year of experience in a CLIA approved clinical laboratory certified for performing high complexity testing.
Current Montana State CLS license or eligibility to attain a license.
MT(ASCP) or other nationally recognized registry.
How to Apply
To be considered for a DPHHS position submit the following required documents with your application on the State of Montana Careers website. When submitting the required documents you must check the relevant document box to ensure your attachments are uploaded correctly to your application for this position.
Cover Letter
Resume
References
Successful applicants will be subject to background checks relevant to the position and must pass reference checks before an offer will be extended. DPHHS is an equal opportunity employer. Women minorities and people with disabilities are encouraged to apply. For a copy of the full job description or if you need a reasonable accommodation in the application or hiring process contact DPHHS Human Resources listed below.
Additional Information
This position may be eligible for partial teleworkwithin the state of conditions will be provided by the supervisor and must adhere to state policy.
This position may be eligible for a statutory $1.00 an hour base pay increase effective July 1 2026.
This position is open until filled with frequent screening of applicants.
State government does not discriminate based on race color national origin religion sex sexual orientation gender identity or expression pregnancy childbirth or medical conditions related to pregnancy or childbirth age physical or mental disability genetic information marital status creed political beliefs or affiliation veteran status military service retaliation or any other factor not related to merit and qualifications of an employee or applicant.
Required Experience:
IC
Key Skills
- Laboratory Experience
- Immunoassays
- Machine Learning
- Biochemistry
- Assays
- Research Experience
- Spectroscopy
- Research & Development
- cGMP
- Cell Culture
- Molecular Biology
- Data Analysis Skills
About Company
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