Mid Level Clinical Lab Associate Jobs
Mid level clinical lab associate jobs go to professionals ready to take ownership of testing workflows, troubleshoot complex specimens, and support less experienced staff with limited day-to-day oversight. Most openings are on-site, with 0% remote or hybrid across Healthcare & Medical Services and Education, with employers like Sutter Health, Kaleida Health, and Vitalant hiring at this level now.
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At Vitalant, the impact you make doing work that is purposeful, meaningful, and worthwhile is vital. As a member of our non-profit organization, you can be impact-inspired to provide vital clinical services to communities nationwide, vital products to those in need of a donor's generosity, or vital scientific research that advances blood safety worldwide.
Work Shift (if applicable):
Shift 1 (United States of America)
Job Description:
Vitalant is hiring an experienced Clinical Lab Specialist to work in our Cellular Laboratory, processing various types of cell therapy products. This role ensures all laboratory operations are performed in compliance with internal SOPs and external regulations while maintaining high-quality service, accuracy, and safety. The ideal candidate will support routine testing, equipment maintenance, and process improvement initiatives in a dynamic lab environment.
What to Expect
Base Pay: $29.03 - $38.33 / Hour
Schedule: Days Tuesday - Saturday 8:00 AM - 4:30 PM
Training: Days Monday - Friday 8:00 AM - 4:30 PM
Our comprehensive total rewards support you, your family, and your future with:
- Medical, dental, and vision insurance
- 401K + 5% company match
- Tuition assistance up to $5k per year
- Free basic life and AD&D insurance
- Free short-and-long-term disability insurance
- Paid time off
- Employee Resource Groups
- Recognition and perks
As a Clinical Lab Specialist, you'll get to:
- Prepare reagents and perform routine testing of biological samples.
- Perform preventive maintenance, quality control, and basic troubleshooting of laboratory equipment.
- Maintain cleanliness of work areas and adhere to safety guidelines.
- Participate in evaluations of reagents, equipment, and new methods.
- Contribute to process improvement initiatives and team projects.
- Perform all duties in compliance with SOPs, regulatory standards, and quality policies.
- Identify and report compliance or quality issues to management.
- Deliver quality customer service to all internal and external customers.
Requirements
- Bachelor's degree required.
- Must meet CLIA requirements for high complexity testing required.
- Candidate must have cell processing and cryopreservation experience for this role. Please list experience in cell processing and cryopreservation.
- Three to five years of experience in cellular therapy processing strongly preferred.
Location:
1 Pearl Court Unit C Allendale, NJ 7401
Job Category:
Lab Services
Contact Information: careers@vitalant.org
If you are impact-inspired to help others, and making a difference is vital for you, you'll experience a career built on purpose, a company created to care, and a team committed to lead - together.
At Vitalant, the impact you make doing work that is purposeful, meaningful, and worthwhile is vital. As a member of our non-profit organization, you can be impact-inspired to provide vital clinical services to communities nationwide, vital products to those in need of a donor's generosity, or vital scientific research that advances blood safety worldwide.
Work Shift (if applicable):
Shift 1 (United States of America)
Job Description:
Vitalant is hiring an experienced Clinical Lab Specialist to work in our Cellular Laboratory, processing various types of cell therapy products. This role ensures all laboratory operations are performed in compliance with internal SOPs and external regulations while maintaining high-quality service, accuracy, and safety. The ideal candidate will support routine testing, equipment maintenance, and process improvement initiatives in a dynamic lab environment.
What to Expect
Base Pay: $29.03 - $38.33 / Hour
Schedule: Days Tuesday - Saturday 8:00 AM - 4:30 PM
Training: Days Monday - Friday 8:00 AM - 4:30 PM
Our comprehensive total rewards support you, your family, and your future with:
- Medical, dental, and vision insurance
- 401K + 5% company match
- Tuition assistance up to $5k per year
- Free basic life and AD&D insurance
- Free short-and-long-term disability insurance
- Paid time off
- Employee Resource Groups
- Recognition and perks
As a Clinical Lab Specialist, you'll get to:
- Prepare reagents and perform routine testing of biological samples.
- Perform preventive maintenance, quality control, and basic troubleshooting of laboratory equipment.
- Maintain cleanliness of work areas and adhere to safety guidelines.
- Participate in evaluations of reagents, equipment, and new methods.
- Contribute to process improvement initiatives and team projects.
- Perform all duties in compliance with SOPs, regulatory standards, and quality policies.
- Identify and report compliance or quality issues to management.
- Deliver quality customer service to all internal and external customers.
Requirements
- Bachelor's degree required.
- Must meet CLIA requirements for high complexity testing required.
- Candidate must have cell processing and cryopreservation experience for this role. Please list experience in cell processing and cryopreservation.
- Three to five years of experience in cellular therapy processing strongly preferred.
Location:
1 Pearl Court Unit C Allendale, NJ 7401
Job Category:
Lab Services
Contact Information: careers@vitalant.org
If you are impact-inspired to help others, and making a difference is vital for you, you'll experience a career built on purpose, a company created to care, and a team committed to lead - together.
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Mid Level Clinical Lab Associate Jobs: Frequently Asked Questions
How do I get a mid level clinical lab associate job?
Position your experience around ownership, not just task completion. Highlight moments where you independently resolved instrument errors, validated new procedures, or trained newer staff. Tailor your resume to show progression in scope, such as moving from routine processing to quality control responsibilities. Certifications like MLT or CLT strengthen your candidacy, and demonstrating familiarity with accreditation standards like CAP or CLIA signals readiness for mid level expectations.
Which companies hire mid level clinical lab associates?
Companies hiring mid level clinical lab associates right now include Sutter Health, Kaleida Health, and Vitalant, based on current listings on Migrate Mate as of November 2026. Hiring at this level comes from a mix of large health systems, independent reference laboratories, and specialty diagnostics firms that need experienced associates who can operate with minimal supervision across high-volume testing environments.
Are there remote mid level clinical lab associate jobs?
Yes, though most lab associate roles require on-site presence for specimen handling and instrument operation. About 0% of mid level clinical lab associate openings are remote or hybrid as of November 2026, and those positions typically involve data review, quality assurance coordination, or laboratory information system support rather than bench work.
How do I move up to a mid level clinical lab associate role?
Reaching mid level means building a record of independent, accurate performance across a full testing menu and then extending your impact beyond your own bench. Focus on earning a national certification, volunteering for quality improvement projects, and documenting measurable contributions like reduced turnaround times or error rate decreases. Employers look for associates who have deepened their technical expertise in at least one specialty area and shown the judgment to handle escalations on their own.
Which industries hire the most mid level clinical lab associates?
Mid Level clinical lab associate roles concentrate in Healthcare & Medical Services and Education, based on current listings on Migrate Mate as of November 2026. These sectors drive mid level hiring because they operate high-throughput labs that depend on experienced associates to maintain testing accuracy, support compliance requirements, and reduce the supervision burden on senior staff.