Clinical Laboratory Scientist (3rd Shift)

📍 Charlotte, NC

🕒 Full-Time | Night Shift

About the Role

We are seeking a detail-oriented and highly skilled Clinical Laboratory Scientist (CLS) to join our growing laboratory team on 3rd shift. In this role, you will perform a full range of laboratory testing—from routine to complex—helping ensure the safety and quality of plasma-derived therapies that support patients worldwide.

This is an excellent opportunity for a laboratory professional who thrives in a fast-paced environment, enjoys autonomy, and is passionate about delivering accurate, high-quality results.

Key Responsibilities

• Perform a full spectrum of laboratory tests with minimal supervision, including routine, complex, and specialty testing
• Process specimens, conduct testing, and accurately report results in accordance with established procedures
• Identify and troubleshoot issues that may impact testing accuracy or reporting, escalating as needed
• Operate, maintain, and troubleshoot advanced laboratory instrumentation and automated equipment
• Perform and document quality control, calibration, validation, preventive maintenance, and proficiency testing
• Support Quality Assurance activities and ensure compliance with regulatory and company standards
• Assist with training, competency assessment, and technical guidance for laboratory personnel
• Develop and revise testing, production, and validation protocols as needed
• Perform specialized testing such as viral marker testing, blood typing (ABO/Rh), antibody identification, and protein analysis (as trained)
• Prepare immunogen cell units through glycerolyzation/deglycerolyzation processes where applicable

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in Medical Laboratory Science, Clinical Laboratory Science, or related field
• Meets CLIA testing personnel requirements (42 CFR 493.1423)
• Experience working in a clinical or diagnostic laboratory environment preferred
• ASCP or equivalent certification preferred (or eligible)
• Strong technical, analytical, and troubleshooting skills
• Ability to work independently as well as part of a team

Schedule & Work Environment

• 3rd Shift (Night Shift) – flexibility for overtime or additional shifts as needed
• Fast-paced laboratory environment supporting plasma testing operations
• Exposure to biological materials and complex laboratory equipment

Job Type & Location

This is a Contract to Hire position based out of Charlotte, NC.

The pay range for this position is $25.00 - $45.00/hr.

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)

This is a fully onsite position in Charlotte,NC.

This position is anticipated to close on May 29, 2026.

About Actalent

Actalent is a global leader in engineering and sciences services and talent solutions. We help visionary companies advance their engineering and science initiatives through access to specialized experts who drive scale, innovation and speed to market. With a network of almost 30,000 consultants and more than 4,500 clients across the U.S., Canada, Asia and Europe, Actalent serves many of the Fortune 500.

The company is an equal opportunity employer and will consider all applications without regard to race, sex, age, color, religion, national origin, veteran status, disability, sexual orientation, gender identity, genetic information or any characteristic protected by law.

If you would like to request a reasonable accommodation, such as the modification or adjustment of the job application process or interviewing process due to a disability, please email actalentaccommodation@actalentservices.com for other accommodation options.

San Francisco Fair Chance Ordinance: Pursuant to the San Francisco Fair Chance Ordinance, for all positions located in the city and county of San Francisco, we will consider for employment qualified applicants with arrest and conviction records.

Massachusetts Lie Detector: It is unlawful in Massachusetts to require or administer a lie detector test as a condition of employment or continued employment. An employer who violates this law shall be subject to criminal penalties and civil liability.

Use of Artificial Intelligence (AI): We may use Artificial Intelligence (AI) to support parts of our hiring process, including sourcing, screening, and evaluating candidates. AI helps assess applications and qualifications, but final decisions are made by our hiring team. By applying, you acknowledge and agree that your application may be reviewed using AI tools.

Salary : $25 - $45