Title:
Senior Clinical Laboratory Technologist [RP-N] Job Type:
Regular Company:
Roswell Park Comprehensive Cancer Center Department:
Molecular Services Time Type:
Full time Weekly Hours:
40 FTE:
1 Shift:
First Shift (United States of America)
Summary:
About the Role:
At Roswell Park Comprehensive Cancer Center, our laboratory professionals play a vital role in advancing patient care, research, and innovation. We're seeking a Senior Clinical Laboratory Technologist to help lead the daily operations of our Molecular Microbiology and Virology Laboratory, supporting cutting-edge diagnostic testing that helps guide critical treatment decisions.
This role combines advanced technical expertise with leadership responsibilities. You'll perform and oversee complex molecular testing, support quality and regulatory initiatives, mentor laboratory staff, and collaborate on new assay development and validation activities. If you're passionate about molecular diagnostics, continuous improvement, and helping others succeed, this is an opportunity to make a meaningful impact in a mission-driven environment.
The starting annual salary for this position is $73,755 and this can include a full comprehensive benefits package. There will also be an additional geographic differential of $4.60/hr and an additional assignment differential of $4.00/hr.
What You'll Do:
As a Senior Clinical Laboratory Technologist, you will::
Perform and oversee complex molecular diagnostic testing for infectious diseases and other specialized laboratory services
Review, analyze, and interpret patient test results to ensure accuracy and quality
Assist with coordinating daily laboratory operations, workflow assignments, and staff activities
Provide technical guidance, mentorship, and training to laboratory team members
Support the development, validation, implementation, and continuous improvement of laboratory assays and testing methodologies
Help develop and maintain standard operating procedures, quality control programs, and quality assurance initiatives
Coordinate instrument troubleshooting, maintenance activities, and operational issue resolution
Utilize laboratory information systems to document, track, and report patient results
Assist with regulatory compliance efforts and help ensure adherence to laboratory accreditation and quality standards
Participate in research, method evaluations, and the implementation of new technologies and instrumentation
Monitor inventory levels and help ensure the laboratory has the supplies and resources needed for daily operations
Collaborate with multidisciplinary teams to support exceptional patient care and laboratory excellence
What You'll Bring:
You may be a great fit if you:
Have experience working in a clinical laboratory setting, particularly in molecular diagnostics, microbiology, or virology
Possess strong technical knowledge of molecular testing methodologies and laboratory instrumentation
Have experience developing, validating, implementing, or optimizing laboratory assays
Enjoy mentoring, training, and supporting the development of others
Are skilled at troubleshooting complex technical and operational issues
Have experience with quality control, quality assurance, and regulatory compliance programs
Can effectively prioritize work, manage multiple responsibilities, and adapt to changing demands
Communicate clearly and professionally with colleagues across disciplines
Are highly organized, detail-oriented, and committed to delivering quality results
Who Will Be Successful in This Role:
The most successful candidates combine strong laboratory expertise with leadership skills. They are collaborative professionals who enjoy helping teams operate efficiently while maintaining the highest standards of quality and patient care.
You will thrive in this role if you:
Enjoy balancing hands-on laboratory work with leadership responsibilities
Take initiative and make sound decisions in a fast-paced environment
Have a passion for…