Laboratory Jobs in Charlotte, NC
Laboratory jobs in Charlotte, North Carolina draw steady demand from healthcare networks, university research, and advanced manufacturing concentrated in the University City corridor, South End, and the Ballantyne area. Employers hiring right now include Octapharma, Atrium Health, and Aramark. Find a role that fits below and apply directly.
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Job Summary
Want to Expand
your career-development potential,
your ability to help donors and patients,
and your access to professional opportunities?
We’re growing fast.
[You can, too!]
There are so many ways Octapharma Plasma can enhance your life and your career. Our strong growth is creating great learning and career development opportunities throughout our company, and especially our donation centers. Because you’re someone who loves to learn, enjoys people, and has a real heart to help, we encourage you to join us as a: Clinical Laboratory Scientist (SAT/SUN/MON 7:00am-7:30pm)
This is What You’ll Do
- Process, evaluate and document initial training and competency assessment of other testing personnel.
- Write and revise testing, production, and validation protocols.
- Act as technical advisor for other testing personnel.
- Performs a full range of laboratory tests, from the most routine to the most complex, with little or no supervision.
- Responsible for specimen processing, test performance and for reporting test results.
- Identify problems that may adversely affect test performance or reporting of test results and either correct the problem or bring it to the immediate attention of supervisor or director.
- May be cross-trained to perform the following: viral marker testing, syphilis screen, sickle cell screen, total protein, protein electrophoresis, ABO, Rh, antibody detection, antibody, identification and red cell phenotyping, or sterility cultures.
- Operate and interact with an array of complex precision instruments and a variety of highly automated and electronic equipment.
- Perform glycerolyzation and deglycerolyzation procedures to prepare immunogen cell units for storage or distribution.
- Perform and document laboratory testing and instrument quality control, proficiency testing, preventive maintenance, troubleshooting, calibration and validation as required.
- Provide Quality Assurance support to OPI Laboratory Operations.
This is What it Takes
- Qualified candidates of this role must offer a Bachelor’s degree in a laboratory science or Medical/Clinical Laboratory Science
- Must qualify as testing personnel in accordance to CLIA Regulations 493.1423 Standard; Testing Personnel Qualifications.
- Ability to work diverse shifts and overtime hours, as required.
- Ability to work in a variety of different test areas as required after appropriate training
- Self-motivated with the ability to work with minimal supervision while able to take direction. Able to be flexible to changing priorities.
- Proficient with computer software in an office and laboratory environment.
- Ability to read, understand, write and follow SOPs, validation protocols, etc. and to complete documentation in a clear, accurate manner.
- An ASCP certification (or eligibility) is strongly preferred.
Physical Requirements
Do Satisfying Work. Earn Real Rewards and Benefits
We’re widely known and respected for our benefits and for leadership that is supportive and hands-on. Managers who truly want you to grow and excel.
- Formal training
- Outstanding plans for medical, dental, and vision insurance
- Health savings account (HSA)
- Flexible spending account (FSA)
- Tuition Reimbursement
- Employee assistance program (EAP)
- Wellness program
- 401k retirement plan
- Paid time off
- Company paid holidays
- Personal time
Pay Transparency
With donation centers and team members throughout the U.S., Octapharma Plasma, Inc. collects plasma to create life-saving medicines for patients worldwide. We are growing at an impressive pace, and so is the positive impact of our work. Our community relies on teamwork, compassion, and expertise to get things done the right way, while making a meaningful difference in the lives we touch.
Interested? Learn more online and apply now at:
octapharmaplasma.com
And if you know someone else who'd be a great fit at Octapharma Plasma, Inc. please forward this posting along!
INNER SATISFACTION.
OUTSTANDING IMPACT.
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Who's Hiring
- Octapharma32O
- Atrium Health32

- Aramark8

- Carrier8

- ECS Limited8

Top Industries Hiring
- Healthcare & Medical Services
Laboratory Jobs in Charlotte: Frequently Asked Questions
How do I get a laboratory job in Charlotte?
Charlotte's strongest hiring comes from its large hospital systems, clinical reference labs, and the life sciences and advanced manufacturing firms that cluster around University City and the I-85 corridor. Candidates with hands-on instrumentation experience, quality-control backgrounds, or specialty certifications in areas like clinical chemistry or microbiology stand out locally. Networking through Atrium Health or Novant Health's career portals and attending University of North Carolina Charlotte research events can also open doors faster than general applications.
Which companies hire laboratorys in Charlotte?
Charlotte laboratory roles are posted by Octapharma, Atrium Health, and Aramark and others right now, based on current listings on Migrate Mate as of August 2026. Charlotte's mix of large hospital networks, independent clinical labs, and manufacturing quality-control operations means openings appear across both healthcare and industrial employers throughout the metro.
Are there remote laboratory jobs in Charlotte?
Yes, though options are limited since most laboratory roles require hands-on work with equipment, samples, or regulated environments. About 0% of laboratory openings tied to Charlotte are remote or hybrid as of August 2026, covering positions where some analysis, data review, or reporting can be done off-site. Roles in bioinformatics, lab data management, and regulatory affairs are the most likely to offer remote flexibility among Charlotte postings.
How can I get a laboratory job in Charlotte with little or no experience?
The most realistic entry path in Charlotte is a laboratory technician or lab assistant role at one of the city's major hospital systems or independent clinical reference labs, which regularly hire candidates completing or recently finishing an associate or bachelor's program in a life or physical science. Pharma and contract manufacturing firms along the I-85 corridor also hire quality-control technicians at the entry level. Completing an externship or volunteer shift at a Mecklenburg County public health lab or a community college laboratory program adds concrete local credentials that Charlotte employers recognize.
Which industries hire the most laboratorys in Charlotte?
Most laboratory openings in Charlotte sit in Healthcare & Medical Services, per current listings on Migrate Mate as of August 2026. Charlotte's growth as a healthcare hub, combined with its expanding advanced manufacturing and materials-testing sector along major transportation corridors, keeps demand for laboratory professionals broad and relatively consistent throughout the year.
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