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The Blood Bank and Transfusion Services laboratory plays a critical role in patient safety and lifesaving care at MD Anderson. This team supports complex transfusion needs for oncology patients by ensuring the accurate testing, preparation, and distribution of blood products that are essential for treatment, surgery, and emergency care. As a Medical Laboratory Scientist in Blood Bank/Transfusion, you will work in a high-impact, highly regulated environment where attention to detail, technical expertise, and sound clinical judgment are paramount. You will collaborate closely with multidisciplinary clinical teams, contribute to continuous quality improvement, and support advanced transfusion practices in one of the world's leading cancer centers. MD Anderson offers a competitive total rewards package, including paid medical benefits, generous PTO, retirement plans, and more, supporting both professional growth and long-term career stability. This is a day shift position with the hours of 7am - 3:30pm. The ideal candidate will be ASCP or AMT certified as Medical Laboratory Scientist/Medical Technologist JOB SPECIFIC COMPETENCIES Performs all laboratory testing specific to the assigned section. * Remains knowledgeable and competent for all policies, procedures and protocols. * Ensures and verifies quality control data is appropriate for the complexity of the reported tests. * Troubleshoots and maintains laboratory equipment. * Maintains competency in computer functions in assigned areas. * Follows section's inventory control system to assure effective use of supplies and reagents. * Completes, verifies and reports testing in timely manner. * Complies with safety guidelines and procedures and adheres to regulatory mandates. * Remains responsible and accountable for all actions. Enhances productivity and laboratory lab functions by demonstrating dependability. * Adjusts, prioritizes, and organizes work to achieve maximum productivity to meet the workload demands of the section. * Assists peers and supervisors with tasks after completion of assigned work. * Adheres to attendance policy, begins work as scheduled. * Works independently, utilizes resources available to maximize efficiency. Assists in the development of laboratory personnel and tests, to enhance laboratory functions. * Actively participates in training students, employees and fellows. * Participates in process improvement projects. * Validates and evaluates new methodologies and tests with the help of Laboratory Supervisor and technical support. * Validates database for new software or new tests implemented in the laboratory. * Coaches and mentors' students and employees. Customer Service * Manages all customer service interactions with diplomacy, actively facilitating resolutions to problems and addressing the needs of clients both internal and external. Computer Skills * Maintains proficiency on computer functions in the lab processes. * Properly acquires specimen data into computer system(s). * Analyzes and evaluates patient results correctly and appropriately. * Stores patient information and results to allow easy future access as required. Other duties as assigned Required: * Associate's Degree in Laboratory Science or Medical Laboratory Technology OR * Bachelor's Degree in a related science field or Molecular Genetic Technology OR * Successful completion of a National Accrediting Agency for Clinical Laboratory Science (NAACLS) accredited Clinical Laboratory Science/Molecular Genetic Technology accredited program Required Experience: * 2 years of clinical laboratory experience with an Associate's Degree in Laboratory Science or Medical Laboratory Technology * 1 year of clinical laboratory experience with a Bachelor's Degree in a related science field * No experience required with completion of a NAACLS-accredited Clinical Laboratory Science/Molecular Genetic Technology accredited program Preferred: * ASCP - American Society of Clinical Pathologist Technologist/Scientist/Specialist certification OR * CHS - Certified Histocompatibility Specialist, American College of Histocompatibility & Immunogenetics (ACHI) OR * CHT - Certified Histocompatibility Technologist, American College of Histocompatibility & Immunogenetics (ACHI) OR * MDT - Molecular Diagnostics Tech, American Medical The University of Texas MD Anderson Cancer Center offers excellent benefits, including medical, dental, paid time off, retirement, tuition benefits, educational opportunities, and individual and team recognition. This position may be responsible for maintaining the security and integrity of critical infrastructure, as defined in Section 113.001(2) of the Texas Business and Commerce Code and therefore may require routine reviews and screening. The ability to satisfy and maintain all requirements necessary to ensure the continued security and integrity of such infrastructure is a condition of hire and continued employment. It is the policy of The University of Texas MD Anderson Cancer Center to provide equal employment opportunity without regard to race, color, religion, age, national origin, sex, gender, sexual orientation, gender identity/expression, disability, protected veteran status, genetic information, or any other basis protected by institutional policy or by federal, state or local laws unless such distinction is required by law. ************************************************************************************************ Additional Information * Requisition ID: 177827 * Employment Status: Full-Time * Employee Status: Regular * Work Week: Days * Minimum Salary: US Dollar (USD) 67,000 * Midpoint Salary: US Dollar (USD) 83,500 * Maximum Salary : US Dollar (USD) 100,000 * FLSA: non-exempt and eligible for overtime pay * Fund Type: Hard * Work Location: Onsite * Pivotal Position: Yes * Referral Bonus Available?: Yes * Relocation Assistance Available?: Yes #LI-Onsite

The Hematology Laboratory at MD Anderson plays a vital role in delivering timely, accurate, and high-complexity diagnostic testing that directly supports cancer diagnosis, treatment decisions, and clinical outcomes. As one of the institution's busiest and most advanced laboratories, Hematology provides comprehensive testing services that help clinicians monitor disease progression, evaluate therapy effectiveness, and deliver exceptional patient care. Our team operates in a highly collaborative, fast-paced environment where precision, innovation, and continuous improvement are essential. As a Clinical Laboratory Supervisor in Hematology, you will provide both technical and operational leadership to ensure high-quality testing and seamless laboratory operations. This role is ideal for an experienced MLS professional with strong leadership, troubleshooting, and regulatory knowledge who is ready to guide a team, oversee complex workflows, and lead initiatives in quality, process improvement, and validation of new technologies. You will play a key role in staff development, competency assessment, SOP management, regulatory readiness, and strategic planning-all of which contribute to a culture of excellence within the Hematology Laboratory. MD Anderson is proud to offer a comprehensive benefits package, including paid medical benefits, PTO, retirement plans, and more, giving you the support and stability you need to grow your leadership career while maintaining a strong work-life balance. The ideal candidate will have Hematology experience along with 2 years of supervisor/managerial experience JOB SPECIFIC COMPETENCIES Technical Leadership * Supervises the daily activities in a clinical laboratory. * Is a subject matter expert in assigned laboratory section * Supervises employees and assists with trouble shooting efforts of challenging processes or procedures * Leads troubleshooting of computer functions and ensures all employees are competent and able to perform computer functions. * Oversee coordination and ensure maintenance of policies and procedures for all clinical testing. * Reviews and updates SOPs in a timely manner to ensure that current practices are in alignment with approved procedures. * Leads the evaluation and validation of new methodologies, tests, and instrumentation. * Assists with LIS applications implementation, testing and recommends modifications as needed. * Perform clinical lab assays, tests, and procedures as necessary to ensure optimal patient care services. Productivity, Supervision, and Teambuilding * Ensures all employees are trained and guides new employee development. * Ensures productivity standards are met by team members as well as coaches and counsels to improve performance when needed. * Discovers, develops and leads process improvements that positively impact productivity and laboratory function. * Ensures all testing phases (including pre-analytical, analytical, and post-analytical) of laboratory testing are performed in alignment with laboratory policies and procedures. * Provides a team environment that promotes cohesiveness, communication, respect, helpfulness, and desire for excellence. * Demonstrates availability, approachability, and the desire to help, encourage and respond to others. * Manages personnel activities such as performance evaluations, disciplinary actions, staff scheduling, staff coaching and mentoring, among others, in compliance with the institutional, divisional, and departmental policies and procedures. * Ensures supplies and equipment are ordered and maintained to meet laboratory testing needs. Quality Oversight * Ensures the staff compliance with all regulatory and accreditation requirements and safety standards. * Performs or oversees competency assessment of all testing personnel in compliance with the regulatory requirements. * Participates in the strategic development of employees and of process improvements that positively impact the productivity, function and future direction of the laboratory. * Oversees the new procedures, lab bulletin, test cost analysis, business plan, competency tests and training of other employees for the new tests, processes or instrumentation. * Ensures adequate quality control, quality assurance and quality improvement methods are implemented and performed. -Reviews and updates SOPs in a timely manner to meet CAP regulations. * Participates in quality assurance program * Oversees the Proficiency testing program according to CAP regulations. Other duties as assigned Required Education: Bachelor's degree in a related science field or Molecular Genetic Technology or successful completion of a National Accrediting Agency for Clinical Laboratory Science (NAACLS) accredited Clinical Laboratory Science/Molecular Genetic Technology accredited program. Preferred: Master's Degree or Doctorate in a related science field. Required Experience: Eight years of experience in a clinical laboratory compliance and operations to include three years of lead or supervisory experience. Six years experience in clinical laboratory compliance and operations to include three years of lead or supervisory experience with Master's degree. Four years of experience in a clinical laboratory compliance and operations to include three years of lead or supervisory experience with Doctorate degree. Two years of laboratory experience required may be substituted for required certification. Must pass pre-employment skills test as required and administered by Human Resources. Successful completion of the LEADing Self Accelerate and/or LEADing Self Discover programs may substitute for one year of required supervisory or management experience. Completion of both programs can be substituted for a maximum of two years of supervisory or management experience. Required Certification: One of the following: Technologist/Scientist certification or international in Blood Banking (BB), Chemistry (C), Cytogenetics (CG), Histology (HT), Hematology (H), Histotechnologist (HTL), Microbiology (M), Medical Laboratory Scientist (MLS) or Molecular Biology (MB) by the American Society of Clinical Pathologists (ASCP) Board of Registry (BOR) OR Certified Histocompatability Technologist by the American Society of Histocompatability and Immunogenetics (ASHI) OR Medical Technologist (MT) or Molecular Diagnostics Technologist (MDT) by the American Medical Technologists (AMT). The University of Texas MD Anderson Cancer Center offers excellent benefits, including medical, dental, paid time off, retirement, tuition benefits, educational opportunities, and individual and team recognition. This position may be responsible for maintaining the security and integrity of critical infrastructure, as defined in Section 113.001(2) of the Texas Business and Commerce Code and therefore may require routine reviews and screening. The ability to satisfy and maintain all requirements necessary to ensure the continued security and integrity of such infrastructure is a condition of hire and continued employment. It is the policy of The University of Texas MD Anderson Cancer Center to provide equal employment opportunity without regard to race, color, religion, age, national origin, sex, gender, sexual orientation, gender identity/expression, disability, protected veteran status, genetic information, or any other basis protected by institutional policy or by federal, state or local laws unless such distinction is required by law. ************************************************************************************************ Additional Information * Requisition ID: 177744 * Employment Status: Full-Time * Employee Status: Regular * Work Week: Days * Minimum Salary: US Dollar (USD) 101,000 * Midpoint Salary: US Dollar (USD) 126,500 * Maximum Salary : US Dollar (USD) 152,000 * FLSA: exempt and not eligible for overtime pay * Fund Type: Hard * Work Location: Onsite * Pivotal Position: Yes * Referral Bonus Available?: Yes * Relocation Assistance Available?: Yes #LI-Onsite

The Cytopathology Department at MD Anderson plays a critical role in the accurate processing and evaluation of cytology specimens that support timely cancer diagnosis and treatment planning. The laboratory works in close collaboration with pathologists, clinicians, and technical teams to ensure specimens are processed with precision, integrity, and adherence to the highest quality and safety standards. As a Laboratory Technician in Cytopathology, you will support the Main Processing Lab by performing essential pre-analytical and technical functions in accordance with established policies and procedures. This role is responsible for preparing reagents, setting up stain hoods, assisting with equipment maintenance, and ensuring compliance with all safety and regulatory requirements. You will accurately receive, accession, stain, and identify specimens while assisting with the routine transport of case materials between laboratory and office locations to support daily workflow operations. This position plays a key role in quality assurance activities by generating and documenting quality control data, cleaning and disinfecting laboratory equipment, evaluating specimen integrity, and communicating issues related to unacceptable specimens in alignment with departmental procedures. The Laboratory Technician will also help monitor inventory levels to ensure the effective use of supplies and reagents while maintaining accurate and organized records. Success in this role requires strong organizational skills, adaptability to changing workflow demands, and a commitment to positive customer service. You will prioritize and complete work assignments in a timely manner, collaborate effectively with internal and external partners, and maintain professionalism and composure in a fast-paced laboratory environment. MD Anderson offers a comprehensive total rewards package, including paid medical benefits, generous paid time off, retirement plans, and additional benefits, supporting employee well-being, professional development, and long-term career growth. The hours are Monday - Friday 8am - 5pm. The ideal candidate will have a bachelors degree or at least 1 year of laboratory experience JOB SPECIFIC COMPETENCIES Supports the Main Processing Lab in accordance with established policies and procedures * Prepares reagents following precise instructions, sets up stain hood appropriately, and assists with the maintenance of equipment while adhering to all safety and regulatory guidelines * Correctly receives, accessions, stains, and assures proper identification of specimens * Assists with transporting case and specimen materials between labs and offices (3 occurrences daily from the main Cytology lab to other onsite labs and offices. This requires walking with a hand-held mobile cart) Generates appropriate QC data per guidelines * Cleans and disinfects glassware, laboratory equipment and accessories as needed * Evaluates specimen integrity and notifies appropriate personnel of unacceptable specimens in accordance with departmental procedures * Performs and documents all required quality control/quality assurance while maintaining neat, accurate and complete records according to established policies and procedures Completes all work assignments in a timely manner * Prioritizes and organizes workflow, adjusting to meet productivity goals of the section; responds to requests in a timely manner, communicating expectations for procedures, service arrival, or project deliverables to patients and coworkers * Assists with monitoring and documenting of the sections inventory control system while assuring effective use of supplies * Remains knowledgeable of processes and pre-analytical procedures enabling efficient trouble shooting and problem solving * Performs all tasks in a positive manner to result in appropriate positive customer service * Complies with institutional policies and procedures * Demonstrates cooperation when working with both internal and external customers; demonstrates calmness under varying environmental circumstances; remains willing and capable of assisting with crisis situations * Performs other duties as required Other duties as assigned EDUCATION * Required: High School Diploma or Equivalent * Preferred: Associate's Degree or Bachelor's Degree WORK EXPERIENCE * Required: 1 year In a clinical medical laboratory or similar setting. No experience required with preferred degree. The University of Texas MD Anderson Cancer Center offers excellent benefits, including medical, dental, paid time off, retirement, tuition benefits, educational opportunities, and individual and team recognition. This position may be responsible for maintaining the security and integrity of critical infrastructure, as defined in Section 113.001(2) of the Texas Business and Commerce Code and therefore may require routine reviews and screening. The ability to satisfy and maintain all requirements necessary to ensure the continued security and integrity of such infrastructure is a condition of hire and continued employment. It is the policy of The University of Texas MD Anderson Cancer Center to provide equal employment opportunity without regard to race, color, religion, age, national origin, sex, gender, sexual orientation, gender identity/expression, disability, protected veteran status, genetic information, or any other basis protected by institutional policy or by federal, state, or local laws unless such distinction is required by law.************************************************************************************************ Additional Information * Requisition ID: 178612 * Employment Status: Full-Time * Employee Status: Regular * Work Week: Days * Minimum Salary: US Dollar (USD) 38,000 * Midpoint Salary: US Dollar (USD) 47,500 * Maximum Salary : US Dollar (USD) 57,000 * FLSA: non-exempt and eligible for overtime pay * Fund Type: Hard * Work Location: Onsite * Pivotal Position: No * Referral Bonus Available?: No * Relocation Assistance Available?: No #LI-Onsite

The Point of Care (POC) Laboratory at MD Anderson Cancer Center plays a vital role in delivering rapid, accurate diagnostic testing that directly supports timely clinical decision-making for patients across the institution. Working in close partnership with clinical teams, nursing staff, and laboratory leadership, the POC Laboratory ensures high-quality testing at or near the patient bedside while maintaining strict compliance with regulatory and accreditation standards. As a Medical Laboratory Scientist in the Point of Care Laboratory, you will perform a full range of laboratory testing and quality activities specific to the assigned section. This role is responsible for ensuring the accuracy, reliability, and timeliness of test results by adhering to established policies, procedures, and protocols; verifying quality control data; troubleshooting and maintaining laboratory equipment; and supporting the validation and evaluation of new methodologies and tests with technical support as needed. In addition to technical responsibilities, this position plays a key role in customer service and communication. You will support Call Center operations by responding to inquiries regarding specimen testing status, specimen collection requirements, and critical values across microbiology, chemistry, and hematology. The role requires strong attention to detail in specimen data entry, result analysis, and documentation, as well as the ability to manage customer interactions with professionalism and diplomacy while facilitating timely resolution of issues for both internal and external stakeholders. This position also contributes to operational excellence by organizing and prioritizing daily workload demands, assisting peers and senior staff after completing assigned duties, and working independently to maximize efficiency. You will participate in quality improvement initiatives, perform and monitor required quality checks (including IQCP requirements), assist with database validations for new software or testing platforms, and support the development of laboratory personnel through coaching and mentoring. MD Anderson offers a comprehensive total rewards package, including paid medical benefits, generous paid time off, retirement plans, and additional benefits, designed to support employee well-being, career development, and long-term professional growth. The hours are 2:30pm - 11pm with rotating weekends and holidays. The ideal candidate will have a bachelors in a science related field. JOB SPECIFIC COMPETENCIES Performs all laboratory testing specific to the assigned section. * Remains knowledgeable and competent for all policies, procedures and protocols. * Ensures and verifies quality control data is appropriate for the complexity of the reported tests and prepare corrective actions as required. * Troubleshoots and maintains laboratory equipment. * Validates and evaluates new methodologies and tests. sets up connectivity with the help of technical support. * Follows section's inventory control system to assure effective use of supplies and reagents. * Completes, verifies and reports testing in a timely manner * Complies with safety guidelines and procedures and adheres to regulatory mandates. * Remains responsible and accountable for all actions. * Perform Call Center duties including but not limited to answering incoming calls to the laboratory inquiring sample testing status for the tests performed in the Core Laboratory and specimen collection requirements for the tests done in the division, reporting critical value, vital and nursing calls to health care providers on results related to microbiology, chemistry and hematology testing. * Manages all customer service interactions with diplomacy, actively facilitating resolutions to problems and addressing the needs of clients both internal and external. * Maintains proficiency in Microsoft Office to be able to prepare laboratory reports independently. * Properly acquires specimen data into computer system(s). * Analyzes and evaluates patient results correctly and appropriately. * Stores patient information and results to allow easy future access as required. Enhances productivity and laboratory lab functions by demonstrating dependability. * Adjusts, prioritizes, and organizes work to achieve maximum productivity to meet the workload demands of the section. * Assists peers, seniors and lead medical laboratory scientists and supervisor with tasks after completion of assigned work. * Adheres to attendance policy, begins work as scheduled. * Works independently, utilizes resources available to maximize efficiency. Assists in the development of laboratory personnel and tests, to enhance laboratory functions. * Participates in process improvement projects. * Perform and monitor the Quality Checks required for the laboratory devices including but not limited to IQCP requirements. * Validates database for new software or new tests implemented in the laboratory. * Coaches and mentors' students and employees. Other duties as assigned Required: * Associate's Degree in Laboratory Science or Medical Laboratory Technology OR * Bachelor's Degree in a related science field or Molecular Genetic Technology OR * Successful completion of a National Accrediting Agency for Clinical Laboratory Science (NAACLS) accredited Clinical Laboratory Science/Molecular Genetic Technology accredited program Required Experience: * 2 years of clinical laboratory experience with an Associate's Degree in Laboratory Science or Medical Laboratory Technology * 1 year of clinical laboratory experience with a Bachelor's Degree in a related science field * No experience required with completion of a NAACLS-accredited Clinical Laboratory Science/Molecular Genetic Technology accredited program Preferred: * ASCP - American Society of Clinical Pathologist Technologist/Scientist/Specialist certification OR * CHS - Certified Histocompatibility Specialist, American College of Histocompatibility & Immunogenetics (ACHI) OR * CHT - Certified Histocompatibility Technologist, American College of Histocompatibility & Immunogenetics (ACHI) OR * MDT - Molecular Diagnostics Tech, American Medical The University of Texas MD Anderson Cancer Center offers excellent benefits, including medical, dental, paid time off, retirement, tuition benefits, educational opportunities, and individual and team recognition. This position may be responsible for maintaining the security and integrity of critical infrastructure, as defined in Section 113.001(2) of the Texas Business and Commerce Code and therefore may require routine reviews and screening. The ability to satisfy and maintain all requirements necessary to ensure the continued security and integrity of such infrastructure is a condition of hire and continued employment. It is the policy of The University of Texas MD Anderson Cancer Center to provide equal employment opportunity without regard to race, color, religion, age, national origin, sex, gender, sexual orientation, gender identity/expression, disability, protected veteran status, genetic information, or any other basis protected by institutional policy or by federal, state, or local laws unless such distinction is required by law.************************************************************************************************ Additional Information * Requisition ID: 178577 * Employment Status: Full-Time * Employee Status: Regular * Work Week: Days * Minimum Salary: US Dollar (USD) 67,000 * Midpoint Salary: US Dollar (USD) 83,500 * Maximum Salary : US Dollar (USD) 100,000 * FLSA: non-exempt and eligible for overtime pay * Fund Type: Hard * Work Location: Onsite * Pivotal Position: Yes * Referral Bonus Available?: Yes * Relocation Assistance Available?: Yes #LI-Onsite