Medical Lab Scientist I

Job Title: Medical Lab Scientist I Job Description This role offers the opportunity to contribute to a high-volume central laboratory that provides comprehensive testing and bioanalysis services within an Immunology-focused team. As a Medical Lab Scientist I, you will perform routine and complex clinical laboratory tests, ensure the reliability of results, and support high-quality patient care in a fast-paced, highly technical environment. Responsibilities

- Determine the acceptability of specimens for testing according to established criteria and laboratory protocols.
- Perform routine and complex technical procedures and functions in accordance with departmental Standard Operating Procedures.
- Monitor, operate, and troubleshoot laboratory instrumentation to ensure proper functionality and minimize downtime.
- Make sound technical decisions regarding testing, result interpretation, and problem solving.
- Prepare, test, and evaluate new reagents or controls to support accurate and reliable test performance.
- Report accurate and timely test results to support high-quality patient care and clinical decision-making.
- Perform and document preventive maintenance on instruments and conduct required quality control procedures.
- Identify, monitor, and replenish testing bench supplies as needed to maintain continuous workflow.
- Assist with the processing of specimens when required to support overall laboratory operations.
- Maintain a safe work environment and consistently wear appropriate personal protective equipment.

Essential Skills

- Bachelor's degree in Biology, Chemistry, Clinical Laboratory Science, Medical Technology, or a related field.
- Minimum 1+ years of clinical laboratory testing experience.
- Hands-on experience with LC-MS or MS techniques.
- Strong pipetting skills, including experience pipetting 96-well plates.
- Experience in immunology-related laboratory testing and assays.
- Familiarity with techniques such as ELISA, urinalysis, microbiology, hematology, and general medical laboratory testing.
- Knowledge of equipment and instrument validation processes.
- Ability to work independently and as part of a team in a clinical laboratory environment.
- High level of attention to detail with strong communication and organizational skills.
- Ability to pass a standardized color vision screen.
- Flexibility to work overtime or other shifts depending on business needs.

Additional Skills & Qualifications

- ASCP or AMT certification is preferred.
- Prior validation experience, including assay, equipment, and instrument validation.
- Proficiency with computers and familiarity with laboratory information systems.
- Experience or training in Medical Laboratory Science (MLS), Medical Laboratory Technology (MLT), Clinical Laboratory Science (CLS), Medical Technology, Biology, Chemistry, Immunology, or related disciplines.
- Experience with chromatography, including liquid chromatography (LC) and LC/MS or LC-MS techniques.
- Strong understanding of mass spectrometry and related analytical methods.

Work Environment This role is based onsite at a central laboratory facility in Indianapolis, working within an Immunology team that supports high-throughput clinical testing and bioanalysis services. The schedule follows a Monday through Friday workweek on a first shift, typically 7:00 a.m. to 4:00 p.m., with the expectation of flexibility to work overtime or different shifts as business needs require. The environment is highly technical and instrument-driven, utilizing technologies such as LC-MS, mass spectrometry, ELISA, liquid chromatography, and other clinical laboratory platforms. Team members work in a regulated laboratory setting that emphasizes safety, quality control, and adherence to Standard Operating Procedures. Appropriate personal protective equipment is required and must be worn consistently to maintain a safe and compliant workplace.
Job Type & Location
This is a Contract to Hire position based out of Indianapolis, IN.
Pay and Benefits
The pay range for this position is $30.00 - $36.00/hr. Individual compensation offered for this position within this range will depend on many factors, including qualifications, skills, relevant experience, job knowledge, geographic location, internal equity, and other pertinent job-related factors. Eligibility requirements apply to some benefits and may depend on your job
classification and length of employment. Benefits are subject to change and may be
subject to specific elections, plan, or program terms. If eligible, the benefits
available for this temporary role may include the following:

Medical, dental & vision
Critical Illness, Accident, and Hospital
401(k) Retirement Plan Pre-tax and Roth post-tax contributions available
Life Insurance (Voluntary Life & AD&D for the employee and dependents)
Short and long-term disability
Health Spending Account (HSA)
Transportation benefits
Employee Assistance Program
Time Off/Leave (PTO, Vacation or Sick Leave)
Workplace Type
This is a fully onsite position in Indianapolis,IN.
Application Deadline
This position is anticipated to close on Oct 20, 2026. About Actalent

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