Scientist III

Please use Google Chrome or Mozilla Firefox when accessing Candidate Home.By joining the American Red Cross you will touch millions of lives every year and experience the greatness of the human spirit at its best. Are you ready to be part of the world's largest humanitarian network?Join us—Where your Career is a Force for Good!Job Description:WHY CHOOSE US?As one of the nation’s premier humanitarian organizations, the American Red Cross is dedicated to helping people in need throughout the United States and, in association with other Red Cross networks, throughout the world. When you join our team, you have a direct impact on a meaningful mission, and you can help save lives every day. If you share our passion for helping people, join us in this excellent career opportunity. Work where your career is a force for good.We are committed to the diversity of our workforce and to delivering our programs and services in a culturally competent manner reflecting the communities we serve. Our work environment is collaborative, respectful, and inclusive with a focus on building allyship and a culture of belonging that empowers all team members. Come to learn, grow, and succeed while sharing your passion for making a difference.The Red Cross supports a variety of cultural and community resource groups for employees and volunteers. From the Ability Network, our Asian American & Pacific Islander Resource Group, the Latino Resource Group, and Red Cross PRIDE, to the Umoja African American Resource Group, our Veterans+ Resource Group, and the Women’s Resource Group, these networks provide connections, mentoring and help give voice to important concerns and opinions.At the American Red Cross, your uniqueness can shine!WHAT YOU NEED TO KNOW (Job Overview):Lead research and development efforts for scientific projects and technical development of the laboratory. Perform highly complex laboratory testing, design research and testing methods, resolve compatibility problems, and validate and interpret test results for scientific projects. Manage change plans, procedures, training documents, validations, and technical reports. Provide consultation to internal or external customers and help train staff. Perform on-call duties as required. Provide support, development and/or leadership guidance to all volunteers.Perform all duties and responsibilities in compliance with standard operating procedures and other applicable Federal, State, and local regulations.WHERE YOUR CAREER IS A FORCE FOR GOOD (Key Responsibilities):1. Manage the technical development of the laboratory, keeping abreast of emerging technologies.2. Conceive and design research, assay development and troubleshooting of applicable methods. Collect, analyze and interpret test results.3. Design, optimize and validate cell-based, immunologic and/or molecular tests, as applicable. Cell-based assays will include flow cytometry-based methods. DNA-based assays will include real-time PCR, Sanger and next generation sequencing methods.4. Manage specimen, reagent and supply inventory and instrument maintenance for assay development and validation purposes.5. Manage preparation, development, execution, and implementation of change plans, procedures, training documents and validations. Assure that activities are performed in compliance with American Red Cross BSDs, state and federal regulations - including the CFR and local standard operating procedures.6. Prepare technical reports, abstracts and presentations for internal and external audiences as well as manuscripts for publication.7. Instruct other scientists, research associates and participating personnel in objectives and methodology of projects. Participate in continuing education programs, keep abreast with scientific publications relevant to current projects and areas of interest to the business unit.WHAT YOU NEED TO SUCCEED (Minimum Qualifications):Education: Master’s degree in Biomedical Sciences or related field required. Ph.D. or MD/DO preferred. MT (ASCP), CHT (ASHI), or CHS (ASHI) preferred.Experience: Minimum 5 years of relevant immunologic and/or molecular genetic laboratory experience or equivalent combination of education and related experience required. Ph.D. with 3 years of experience may be substituted.Management Experience: N/ASkills & Abilities: Working knowledge of HLA immunohematology or molecular genetics laboratory testing, as applicable, as well as relevant laboratory analysis software. Comprehensive knowledge of regulatory issues related to clinical laboratory work performance. Strong written and verbal communications skills. Proven organizational skills with ability to prioritize tasks, delegate and follow-up. Strong interpersonal skills and the ability to influence and motivate others. Ability to work on a team and independently.Travel: May involve variable locations and some travel.Combination of candidate’s education and general experience satisfies requirements so long as the total years equate to description’s minimum education and general experience years combined (Management experience cannot be substituted).WHAT WILL GIVE YOU THE COMPETITIVE EDGE (Preferred Qualifications):HLA experienceBENEFITS FOR YOU:We take care of you, while you take care of others. As a mission-based organization, we believe our team needs great support to do great work. Our comprehensive benefits help you in balancing home and work. With our resources and perks, you have amazing possibilities at the American Red Cross to advance the learn. Medical, Dental Vision plans Health Spending Accounts & Flexible Spending Accounts PTO + Holidays 401K with 5% match Paid Family Leave Employee Assistance Disability and Insurance: Short + Long Term Service Awards and recognitionApply now! Joining our team will provide you with the opportunity to make a difference every day.The American Red Cross is an Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to sex, gender identity, sexual orientation, race, color, religion, national origin, disability, protected veteran status, age, or any other characteristic protected by law.​Interested in Volunteering?Life’s emergencies don’t stop, and neither do American Red Cross volunteers, who represent more than 90 percent of our workforce to help prevent and alleviate human suffering. You can make a difference by volunteering in a position that appeals to you and allows you to use your unique skills and talents. 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