Medical Laboratory Scientist I - Cell Therapy

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Key Responsibilities

Hearing, Manipulate items with fingers, including keyboarding Frequent Physical Activity:Feeling, Grasping, Lifting, Pulling, Pushing, Reaching, Repetitive Motion, Sharps, Sitting, Standing, Talking,

Requirements Summary

Minimum Qualifications: Bachelors Degree in Medical Laboratory Science, Biology, Chemistry, or other science related field Eligible for ASCP Certification.

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Medical TechnologistHealthcare Clinical

11/13/2026

Clinical Staff - Medical Ancillary Support

Regular

University of Arkansas for Medical Sciences

Requirements

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Bachelors Degree in Medical Laboratory Science, Biology, Chemistry, or other science related field
Eligible for ASCP Certification. Must obtain certification within 1 year of eligibility.

Cell processing: Handle and process cellular products, such as hematopoietic stem cells or immune cells, according to approved procedures.
Laboratory testing: Perform cell counts, viability testing, and other laboratory assays.
Quality control: Verify product identity, purity, viability, and compliance with established specifications.
Aseptic technique: Work in controlled laboratory environments to minimize contamination.
Documentation: Maintain accurate records, follow SOPs, and comply with applicable FDA, cGMP, and quality-system requirements.
Product handling: Assist with receiving, labeling, storage, and cryopreservation of cellular products.

Stand: Frequently

Sit: Frequently

Walk: Occasionally

Bend, crawl, crouch, kneel, stoop or reach overhead: Frequently

Lift and carry weight: 25 lbs

Push and pull weight: 25 lbs

Use hands to touch, handle or feel: Frequently

Talk: Continuously

Hear: Continuously

Taste or smell: Occasionally

Read, concentrate, think analytically: Continuously

Annual TB Screening, Criminal Background Check, Substance Abuse Testing

This position is subject to pre-employment screening (criminal background, drug testing, and/or education verification). A criminal conviction or arrest pending adjudication alone shall not disqualify an applicant except as provided by law. Any criminal history will be evaluated in relationship to job responsibilities and business necessity. The information obtained in these reports will be used in a confidential, non-discriminatory manner consistent with state and federal law.

This position is for a Medical Laboratory Scientist I within the Cell Therapy Lab at UAMS. This position is responsible for processing, freezing, and storing hematopoietic progenitor cells (HPC), as well as participating in the thawing and transplant of these cells for cancer patients. This position performs high complexity testing on both patient samples and HPC products. This position is responsible for completing all paperwork with 100% accuracy. The staff member will perform Quality Control and Preventive Maintenance on equipment in the Cell Therapy Lab. The staff member is expected to follow all rules and regulations established by the Cell Therapy Lab to maintain compliance with FDA, FACT, and other accrediting agencies. The staff member will assist the supervisor with inspections, audits, and other duties as necessary.

Commensurate with education and experience

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License or Certificate (see special instructions for submission instructions), Proof of Veteran Status, Unofficial/Official Transcript(s)

Please contact askrecruitment@uams.edu for any recruiting related questions.

All application materials must be uploaded to the University of Arkansas System Career Site https://uasys.wd5.myworkdayjobs.com/UASYS

Please do not send to listed recruitment contact.

Hearing, Manipulate items with fingers, including keyboarding

Feeling, Grasping, Lifting, Pulling, Pushing, Reaching, Repetitive Motion, Sharps, Sitting, Standing, Talking, Walking

Crouching, Kneeling, Stooping