Lead Medical Laboratory Scientist - Hematology - Days

Laboratory Leader Join the MD Anderson Cancer Center CORE Hematology Laboratory team and play a key leadership role in supporting one of the nation's leading cancer centers. Our laboratory professionals are committed to delivering high-quality diagnostic testing that directly impacts patient care and outcomes, while fostering a collaborative and team-oriented environment focused on excellence, innovation, and continuous improvement. We are seeking a strong laboratory leader with advanced technical expertise in hematology testing, quality assurance, troubleshooting, regulatory compliance, and laboratory operations. The ideal candidate will have experience leading or mentoring laboratory staff, supporting CAP/CMS readiness, reviewing quality control and proficiency testing data, coordinating workflow and scheduling, and assisting with implementation and validation of new methodologies, instrumentation, and laboratory processes. Candidates should demonstrate strong problem-solving abilities, effective communication skills, and the ability to thrive in a fast-paced, high-volume clinical laboratory environment while maintaining a strong focus on patient care, operational efficiency, and team development. At MD Anderson Cancer Center, you'll have the opportunity to work alongside world-renowned clinicians and researchers while building a rewarding career with exceptional benefits, professional development opportunities, tuition assistance, wellness programs, and a supportive culture committed to employee growth and work-life balance. The hours are 7am -3:30pm. The ideal candidate will have hematology experience. Education 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 Preferred: • Master's Degree in a related science field OR • Doctorate in a related science field Work Experience Required: • 10 years of clinical laboratory experience with an Associate's Degree in Laboratory Science or Medical Laboratory Technology OR • 9 years of clinical laboratory experience with a Bachelor's Degree in a related science field OR • 8 years of clinical laboratory experience with the completion of a National Accrediting Agency for Clinical Laboratory Science (NAACLS) accredited Clinical Laboratory Science/Molecular Genetic Technology accredited program OR • 6 years of clinical laboratory experience with a Master's Degree OR • 4 years of clinical laboratory experience with a Doctorate degree Licenses and Certifications Preferred (upon hire): • 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 Technologists (AMT) OR • MT – Medical Technologist, 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.