IRL Senior Laboratory Scientist

Sr. Laboratory Scientist

Join a nationally respected organization at the forefront of transfusion medicine and blood science. This is an exciting opportunity to advance your career with a mission-driven leader whose work directly impacts patient outcomes through innovative laboratory services, research, and life-saving blood programs.

Location: Indianapolis, IN

Pay Rate: starting at $32.15/hour plus shift differential

Employment Type: Direct hire / Permanent placement

Schedule: 3rd shift | Flexible scheduling options including three 12-hour shifts, four 10-hour shifts, or five 8-hour shifts. Position typically works independently overnight, with occasional overlap coverage. Training will occur on day shift for approximately 6 months. On-call rotation required, including holiday coverage.

Why This Role Matters

Join a world-renowned organization recognized for excellence in blood services, transfusion medicine, diagnostics, and research. As a Sr. Laboratory Scientist within the Immunohematology Reference Laboratory (IRL), you will perform highly specialized testing that helps resolve complex serologic cases and ensure patients receive the safest and most appropriate blood products for transfusion. Your expertise will directly contribute to improving patient outcomes and supporting healthcare providers nationwide.

What You'll Do

Perform advanced immunohematology and molecular testing on clinical, research, quality control, and study specimens

Analyze and interpret complex laboratory results and resolve serologic discrepancies

Provide technical expertise and consultation to laboratory staff, management, and customers

Review and release test results, ensuring accuracy and compliance with regulatory standards

Assist with validation activities, SOP development, and process improvement initiatives

Maintain laboratory equipment, perform quality control testing, and troubleshoot technical issues

Serve as a technical resource and assist with training and competency assessment of laboratory personnel

Participate in on-call coverage and support timely resolution of complex transfusion medicine cases

Ensure compliance with FDA, AABB, CLIA, CAP, OSHA, and cGMP requirements

What We're Looking For

A current, up-to-date resume

Bachelor's degree in Clinical Laboratory Science, Medical Technology, or related scientific field

MLS, CLS, MT, or BB certification through ASCP or equivalent required

SBB certification preferred; equivalent qualification or 10 years of Immunohematology Reference Laboratory experience accepted

Minimum of 4-6 years of experience in an Immunohematology Reference Laboratory or transfusion service environment

Strong expertise in immunohematology, immunology theory, blood group genetics, and transfusion medicine

Experience performing and interpreting advanced serologic and molecular testing

Ability to troubleshoot sophisticated laboratory instrumentation and workflows

Excellent analytical, problem-solving, communication, and organizational skills

Ability to work independently during overnight shifts while collaborating effectively with the broader team

Must meet CLIA requirements for high-complexity testing

Ability to meet compliance requirements

What's In It For You

Direct hire opportunity with a nationally recognized healthcare and research organization

Competitive compensation with shift differential opportunities

Comprehensive medical, dental, and vision coverage

Generous paid time off and holiday benefits

Short-term and long-term disability coverage

Life insurance offerings

Exceptional 401(k) program with a 7% dollar-for-dollar company match

Opportunity to work alongside leading experts in transfusion medicine and laboratory science

Career growth within an organization known for innovation, research excellence, and patient-focused care

Meaningful work that directly supports life-saving healthcare outcomes