What are the responsibilities and job description for the Laboratory Specialist position at NR Consulting?
Title: Clinical Lab Specialist
Duration: 12 months
Location: San Marcos, TX
Pay: $19-$21/hr.
Job Summary
The Clinical Laboratory Specialist provides hands-on technical support for daily clinical and manufacturing operations at Grifols Laboratory Solutions Inc. Responsibilities include performing molecular and serologic testing, supporting manufacturing processes, analyzing and summarizing data, participating in method validations, and monitoring quality control (QC) for equipment and systems. The role ensures compliance with regulatory standards while maintaining operational efficiency.
Primary Responsibilities:
- Perform testing using instruments, reagents, and laboratory systems
- Identify and escalate instrument or reagent issues to the Lead
- Maintain a clean, organized, and compliant work environment
- Follow proper PPE and sample/material handling procedures
- Log incoming materials and manage sample accessioning in the Laboratory Information System (LIS)
- Perform routine, moderate, and high-complexity tests
- Ensure accurate data entry, reporting, and submission for review
- Communicate results and discrepancies to management and clients
- Assist in training new employees and conducting competency assessments
- Maintain compliance with SOPs, Quality System Essentials (QSE), cGMP, and regulatory standards
- Support validation protocols, feasibility studies, and new assay development
- Perform equipment calibration and maintain QC records
- Use Microsoft tools to track and summarize quality metrics
- Document deviations and CAPA in MediaLab
- Maintain continuing education (CE) credits as required
Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities:
- Knowledge of immunohematology and molecular testing (including NAT testing)
- Proficiency in Microsoft Office
- Strong organizational, communication, and technical writing skills
- Ability to work collaboratively and interface with clients
- Detail-oriented with strong problem-solving abilities
Education:
- Bachelor’s degree in Immunology, Genetics, Molecular Biology, or a related field required
- CLS (ASCP) certification is a plus
Salary : $19 - $21