Medical Laboratory Scientist Jobs in Massachusetts

Medical Laboratory Scientist jobs in Massachusetts are in strong demand, concentrated in hospital systems, academic medical centers, and reference laboratories, with openings at every level from recent graduates to senior specialists. Boston, Worcester, and Springfield anchor most of the hiring, with major employers like Mass General Brigham, Beth Israel Lahey Health, and Quest Diagnostics maintaining a consistent presence across the state. The most sought-after specialties include hematology, microbiology, and molecular diagnostics. Find a role that fits below and apply directly.

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Overview

Open roles32
Top employerMassachusetts General Hospital
Top cityBoston, MA
Cities hiring8
Work type100% On-site
Top industryHealthcare

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Salem Hospital
Medical Laboratory Scientist, Senior I
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Medical Laboratory Scientist, Senior I
Salem Hospital
Salem, Massachusetts
Data Analytics
IT Support
Technical Program Management
$32.47 - $47.23/hr
Bachelor's degree

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Salem Hospital
Medical Laboratory Scientist- Chemistry
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Medical Laboratory Scientist- Chemistry
Salem Hospital
Salem, Massachusetts
Business Operations
Compensation & Benefits
Human Resources (HR) — Generalist
Bachelor's degree

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Massachusetts General Hospital
Medical Laboratory Scientist II, Special Coagulation - Day Shift
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Medical Laboratory Scientist II, Special Coagulation - Day Shift
Massachusetts General Hospital
Boston, Massachusetts
Business Development
Customer Success
Program Management
Project Management
$27.95 - $40.7/hr
Bachelor's degree

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Massachusetts General Hospital
Medical Laboratory Scientist - Night Shift, Blood Bank
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Massachusetts General Hospital
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Medical Laboratory Scientist - Night Shift, Blood Bank
Massachusetts General Hospital
Boston, Massachusetts
Business Development
Program Management
Project Management
Bachelor of Science

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Brigham and Women's Hospital, Inc.
Medical Laboratory Scientist II, Chemistry - Day
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Brigham and Women's Hospital, Inc.
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Medical Laboratory Scientist II, Chemistry - Day
Brigham and Women's Hospital, Inc.
Boston, Massachusetts
Corporate Training
Corporate Training & Learning Development
Teaching & Instruction
$27.95 - $40.7/hr
Medical Laboratory Scientist Certification
10,000+

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Medical Laboratory Scientist Jobs by City in Massachusetts

Where Massachusetts roles are concentrated, by current openings.

Salem
4 jobs
Marlborough
3 jobs
Newton
2 jobs
Peabody
1 job
Brockton
1 job
Cambridge
1 job
East Boston
1 job

Medical Laboratory Scientist Job Market in Massachusetts

A snapshot from current Massachusetts openings, updated as new roles post.

Who's Hiring

Massachusetts General Hospital
Massachusetts General Hospital8 open roles
Brigham and Women's Hospital
Brigham and Women's Hospital5 open roles
Salem Hospital
Salem Hospital4 open roles

Top Industries Hiring

  • Healthcare & Medical Services

What Massachusetts Employers Look For

The qualifications that appear most often in medical laboratory scientist jobs across Massachusetts.

  • Active Massachusetts clinical laboratory technologist license or license eligible through CLIA-recognized certification
  • ASCP Board of Certification as MLS or MT credential required or strongly preferred
  • Bachelor's degree in medical laboratory science, clinical laboratory science, or closely related field
  • Hands-on proficiency in hematology, chemistry, microbiology, or blood bank laboratory operations
  • Experience operating and troubleshooting automated analyzers and laboratory information systems
  • Strong knowledge of quality control procedures, CLIA regulations, and CAP accreditation standards

Medical Laboratory Scientist Jobs in Massachusetts: Frequently Asked Questions

How do you become a medical laboratory scientist in Massachusetts?

Massachusetts requires clinical laboratory scientists to hold a state-issued license issued by the Massachusetts Department of Public Health's Laboratory Licensure Program, and candidates must first earn a bachelor's degree in medical laboratory science or a closely related field from an accredited program. Most applicants also obtain national certification through ASCP Board of Certification before applying for the state license. Completing a NAACLS-accredited clinical rotation is typically required to satisfy licensure eligibility.

Which companies hire medical laboratory scientists in Massachusetts?

Employers hiring medical laboratory scientists in Massachusetts right now include Massachusetts General Hospital, Brigham and Women's Hospital, and Salem Hospital, based on current listings on Migrate Mate as of August 2026. Massachusetts's dense concentration of academic medical centers and large regional health systems means hiring is sustained throughout the year, with both permanent staff and per diem positions commonly available.

Which Massachusetts cities have the most medical laboratory scientist jobs?

Boston, Salem, and Marlborough have the most medical laboratory scientist openings in Massachusetts right now. Boston drives the largest share of demand because of its unmatched concentration of academic medical centers, teaching hospitals, and national reference laboratories, while Worcester and Springfield draw consistent hiring from large community health systems and regional hospital networks that serve Central and Western Massachusetts.

Are there remote medical laboratory scientist jobs in Massachusetts?

Yes, but they're rare. About 0% of medical laboratory scientist openings tied to Massachusetts are remote or hybrid as of August 2026, which reflects how hands-on and instrument-dependent most of the work is. The portions of the role most likely to be done remotely are result review, laboratory information system consulting, and quality assurance or regulatory compliance positions that don't require direct specimen handling.

How can I get hired as a medical laboratory scientist in Massachusetts with little or no experience?

The most realistic entry path is applying for a laboratory technician or phlebotomy role at a Massachusetts hospital while completing or having just completed an accredited MLS program, then moving into a scientist position once licensed. Large Massachusetts systems like Mass General Brigham and Boston Medical Center run new-graduate training programs and generalist rotations that are specifically structured for candidates without independent bench experience. Holding a provisional Massachusetts license while your full application is pending makes you immediately eligible for supervised positions, which gives you a meaningful edge over unlicensed applicants.

Where can I find and apply to medical laboratory scientist jobs in Massachusetts?

You can find and apply to medical laboratory scientist jobs in Massachusetts on Migrate Mate, which lists current Massachusetts openings across hospital systems, reference labs, and specialty practices. Find roles that fit your credentials and experience and apply directly to the employers posting them.

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