Biochemist jobs in Tennessee

• Operate, troubleshoot, and maintain a wide variety of laboratory equipment, including but not limited to: ELISA, EIA, and colorimetry.
• Maintain positive specimen identification through the use of barcodes and ‘Chain of Custody’ procedures.  
• Ensure that appropriate reference materials (calibrators, controls) are included in each batch/sample analysis and meet acceptable criteria. Accurately prepare QC material as directed and needed.
• Document and maintain instrument, reagent, and QC records per Standard Operating Procedures and regulatory requirements. 
• Review and verify instrumentation data for acceptable results. Post results in the LIMS system.
• Accurately document batch data as necessary for automated delivery of batch sequences to the FMSL department.
• Participate in AMR verification and instrument comparability studies 
• Comply with all team and laboratory safety and quality procedures and requirements
• Notify Shipping/Receiving/QC Departments of low stock and/or needed supplies.
• Notify a member of Laboratory Leadership of any instrument/equipment issues immediately
• Collaborate with Inside Sales, Data Entry and other teams to ensure appropriate testing is performed in a timely manner
• Assist in basic accessioning techniques as necessary
• Actively participate in process improvements, including CAPA teams and other improvement projects
• Participate in proactive team efforts to achieve departmental and company goals 
• Participate in data collection efforts within the laboratory
• Provide leadership to others through example and sharing of knowledge/skill
• Communicate with coworkers, clients, vendors, and visitors professionally and respectfully
• Ensure a tidy/clean workspace at all times
• Other duties as required and assigned

A Successful Candidate Must Possess:

• Associate’s degree in Medical Laboratory Technology or Bachelor’s degree in Medical Technology or related field required
• Must also hold Medical Technology, Clinical Laboratory Scientist, or Medical Laboratory Technician Licensure as well as ASCP or AMT MLT/MT certification

Schedule:

• Tuesday - Saturday from 9:00 am to 5:30 pm