Medical Laboratory Scientist Jobs in New Jersey
Medical Laboratory Scientist jobs in New Jersey are among the most active in the Northeast, with strong demand from acute-care hospitals, academic medical centers, and large commercial reference labs from entry-level positions through senior and lead scientist roles. The heaviest hiring concentrates in Newark, Camden, and Trenton, where systems like RWJBarnabas Health, Hackensack Meridian Health, and Quest Diagnostics maintain major laboratory operations. Molecular diagnostics, clinical chemistry, and blood banking are the specialties drawing the most consistent demand from New Jersey employers. Find a role that fits below and apply directly.
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Sr. Medical Laboratory Scientist - Clifton, NJ, Tuesday to Saturday, 11:00 PM to 7:00 AM
Department: Clinical Laboratory - Microbiology General
Pay range: $33.81 - $55.81 / hour; employee may be eligible to receive shift differential of 10% for some or all hours worked on second shift and 15% for some or all hours worked on third shift. Additional details on shift differential will be provided if an offer is extended.
Salary offers are based on a wide range of factors including relevant skills, training, experience, education, and, where applicable, certifications obtained. Market and organizational factors are also considered. Successful candidates may be eligible to receive annual performance bonus compensation.
We are proud to offer best-in-class benefits and programs to support employees and their families in living healthy, happy lives. Our pay and benefit plans have been designed to promote employee health in all respects – physical, financial, and developmental. Depending on whether it is a part-time or full-time position, some of the benefits offered may include:
- Day 1 Medical, supplemental health, dental & vision for FT employees who work 30+ hours
- Best-in-class well-being programs
- Annual, no-cost health assessment program Blueprint for Wellness®
- healthyMINDS mental health program
- Vacation and Health/Flex Time
- 6 Holidays plus 1 "MyDay" off
- FinFit financial coaching and services
- 401(k) pre-tax and/or Roth IRA with company match up to 5% after 12 months of service
- Employee stock purchase plan
- Life and disability insurance, plus buy-up option
- Flexible Spending Accounts
- Annual incentive plans
- Matching gifts program
- Education assistance through MyQuest for Education
- Career advancement opportunities
- and so much more!
The Senior Medical Technologist is proficient in all principle duties of a Medical Technologist I and II. This Subject Matter Expert (SME) is responsible for complex laboratory testing and has broad decision-making authority and independence. The Senior Med Tech is required to provide technical direction to staff regarding complex and non-routine testing and is a source of contact of inquiries from clients or sales representatives. The Senior is responsible for investigating and resolving analytical testing problems and recommending course of action. The Senior is responsible for training and development of staff under the direction of the Supervisor in accordance with the appropriate federal, state and local guidelines.
While we appreciate and value our staffing partners, we do not accept unsolicited resumes from agencies. Quest will not be responsible for paying agency fees for any individual as to whom an agency has sent an unsolicited resume.
Equal Opportunity Employer: Race/Color/Sex/Sexual Orientation/Gender Identity/Religion/National Origin/Disability/Vets or any other legally protected status.
- Demonstrates all characteristics of Med Tech I and II
- Applies evidence based criteria to correlate and interpret laboratory testing data
- Performs clinical validation to optimize laboratory testing as directed
- Assumes role of technical subject matter expert by demonstrating problem solving and troubleshooting instrumentation and assays
- Serve as a technical resource for the unit by investigating and resolving analytical testing problems, recommending a course of action in instances identified as beyond acceptable limits, and responding to non-routine/complex inquiries and/or requests from clients and sales representatives.
- Assumes role of technical consultant and provides technical direction to team members regarding all matters of testing
- Assumes trainer and SME role in education; designs and implements training material. Evaluates technical competencies of team and provides recommendations for continuing education
- Proficient in understanding and interpreting trends and variables when implementing QC theory and policies
- Review requests for validity checks and recommend an appropriate course of action taking into account the limitations of specimen requirements and the effects of time and the quality of additional and/or repeat testing.
- Expedites the flow of work to maximize productive capacity by evaluating production systems and recommending enhancements and coordinating the resolution of production problems/issues involving other laboratory departments.
- Review unit activities to ensure compliance with departmental policies and federal, state, and local regulations.
- Competent in most areas within the department
- Participates in special projects as assigned
- Performs other duties as directed by Supervisor
Required Work Experience:
- Minimum of three (3) to five (5) years clinical experience with two (2) years in present department.
- If Sr MLS will be asked to perform delegated supervisory duties, then minimum required qualifications are:
- Master of Science Degree in biological or chemical science and two (2) years of work experience as a Medical Lab Scientist in the designated laboratory specialty.
- At least four (4) years of pertinent clinical laboratory experience subsequent to qualifying as a Medical Lab Scientist
- If operating within the Commonwealth of Pennsylvania must have at least six (6) years of pertinent clinical laboratory experience subsequent to qualifying as a Medical Lab Scientist
- If HEW certified, eight (8) years or more in same department.
Physical and Mental Requirements:
- Ability to sit or stand for long periods of time
Skills:
- Demonstrates effective communication and collaboration skills within department as well as with other functions within the company and third parties (i.e.clients)
- Must have the ability to establish work priorities for self and others and handle several procedures simultaneously including troubleshooting instruments and other problems/issues.
- Ability to schedule and manage resources to meet department goals.
- Must protect patient confidentiality at all times.
Education
- Bachelor of Science in Medical Technology, Biology or Chemistry or an Associates degree in a Laboratory Science or Medical Laboratory Technology or have previously qualified as a Technologist under 42 CFR 493. 1433 (Required)
- Foreign educated candidates must provide a detailed credential evaluation from IERF (International Education Research Foundation). (Required)
- United States educated candidates must provide a detailed original transcript. (Required)
Licenses and Certifications
- HEW Certified (Preferred)
MLS, Medical Laboratory Scientist, Medical Lab Scientist, Med Tech, Medical Technologist, CLS, Clinical Lab Scientist
Sr. Medical Laboratory Scientist - Clifton, NJ, Tuesday to Saturday, 11:00 PM to 7:00 AM
Department: Clinical Laboratory - Microbiology General
Pay range: $33.81 - $55.81 / hour; employee may be eligible to receive shift differential of 10% for some or all hours worked on second shift and 15% for some or all hours worked on third shift. Additional details on shift differential will be provided if an offer is extended.
Salary offers are based on a wide range of factors including relevant skills, training, experience, education, and, where applicable, certifications obtained. Market and organizational factors are also considered. Successful candidates may be eligible to receive annual performance bonus compensation.
We are proud to offer best-in-class benefits and programs to support employees and their families in living healthy, happy lives. Our pay and benefit plans have been designed to promote employee health in all respects – physical, financial, and developmental. Depending on whether it is a part-time or full-time position, some of the benefits offered may include:
- Day 1 Medical, supplemental health, dental & vision for FT employees who work 30+ hours
- Best-in-class well-being programs
- Annual, no-cost health assessment program Blueprint for Wellness®
- healthyMINDS mental health program
- Vacation and Health/Flex Time
- 6 Holidays plus 1 "MyDay" off
- FinFit financial coaching and services
- 401(k) pre-tax and/or Roth IRA with company match up to 5% after 12 months of service
- Employee stock purchase plan
- Life and disability insurance, plus buy-up option
- Flexible Spending Accounts
- Annual incentive plans
- Matching gifts program
- Education assistance through MyQuest for Education
- Career advancement opportunities
- and so much more!
The Senior Medical Technologist is proficient in all principle duties of a Medical Technologist I and II. This Subject Matter Expert (SME) is responsible for complex laboratory testing and has broad decision-making authority and independence. The Senior Med Tech is required to provide technical direction to staff regarding complex and non-routine testing and is a source of contact of inquiries from clients or sales representatives. The Senior is responsible for investigating and resolving analytical testing problems and recommending course of action. The Senior is responsible for training and development of staff under the direction of the Supervisor in accordance with the appropriate federal, state and local guidelines.
While we appreciate and value our staffing partners, we do not accept unsolicited resumes from agencies. Quest will not be responsible for paying agency fees for any individual as to whom an agency has sent an unsolicited resume.
Equal Opportunity Employer: Race/Color/Sex/Sexual Orientation/Gender Identity/Religion/National Origin/Disability/Vets or any other legally protected status.
- Demonstrates all characteristics of Med Tech I and II
- Applies evidence based criteria to correlate and interpret laboratory testing data
- Performs clinical validation to optimize laboratory testing as directed
- Assumes role of technical subject matter expert by demonstrating problem solving and troubleshooting instrumentation and assays
- Serve as a technical resource for the unit by investigating and resolving analytical testing problems, recommending a course of action in instances identified as beyond acceptable limits, and responding to non-routine/complex inquiries and/or requests from clients and sales representatives.
- Assumes role of technical consultant and provides technical direction to team members regarding all matters of testing
- Assumes trainer and SME role in education; designs and implements training material. Evaluates technical competencies of team and provides recommendations for continuing education
- Proficient in understanding and interpreting trends and variables when implementing QC theory and policies
- Review requests for validity checks and recommend an appropriate course of action taking into account the limitations of specimen requirements and the effects of time and the quality of additional and/or repeat testing.
- Expedites the flow of work to maximize productive capacity by evaluating production systems and recommending enhancements and coordinating the resolution of production problems/issues involving other laboratory departments.
- Review unit activities to ensure compliance with departmental policies and federal, state, and local regulations.
- Competent in most areas within the department
- Participates in special projects as assigned
- Performs other duties as directed by Supervisor
Required Work Experience:
- Minimum of three (3) to five (5) years clinical experience with two (2) years in present department.
- If Sr MLS will be asked to perform delegated supervisory duties, then minimum required qualifications are:
- Master of Science Degree in biological or chemical science and two (2) years of work experience as a Medical Lab Scientist in the designated laboratory specialty.
- At least four (4) years of pertinent clinical laboratory experience subsequent to qualifying as a Medical Lab Scientist
- If operating within the Commonwealth of Pennsylvania must have at least six (6) years of pertinent clinical laboratory experience subsequent to qualifying as a Medical Lab Scientist
- If HEW certified, eight (8) years or more in same department.
Physical and Mental Requirements:
- Ability to sit or stand for long periods of time
Skills:
- Demonstrates effective communication and collaboration skills within department as well as with other functions within the company and third parties (i.e.clients)
- Must have the ability to establish work priorities for self and others and handle several procedures simultaneously including troubleshooting instruments and other problems/issues.
- Ability to schedule and manage resources to meet department goals.
- Must protect patient confidentiality at all times.
Education
- Bachelor of Science in Medical Technology, Biology or Chemistry or an Associates degree in a Laboratory Science or Medical Laboratory Technology or have previously qualified as a Technologist under 42 CFR 493. 1433 (Required)
- Foreign educated candidates must provide a detailed credential evaluation from IERF (International Education Research Foundation). (Required)
- United States educated candidates must provide a detailed original transcript. (Required)
Licenses and Certifications
- HEW Certified (Preferred)
MLS, Medical Laboratory Scientist, Medical Lab Scientist, Med Tech, Medical Technologist, CLS, Clinical Lab Scientist
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Where New Jersey roles are concentrated, by current openings.
Medical Laboratory Scientist Job Market in New Jersey
A snapshot from current New Jersey openings, updated as new roles post.
Who's Hiring
- Quest Diagnostics22
- Atlantic Health3
- Capital Health1
- Hunterdon Health1
- St. Clare's - Dover1S
Top Industries Hiring
- Healthcare & Medical Services
What New Jersey Employers Look For
The qualifications that appear most often in medical laboratory scientist jobs across New Jersey.
- Active New Jersey clinical laboratory science license or eligibility for licensure required
- Bachelor's degree in medical laboratory science or closely related biological science field
- ASCP Board of Certification as MLS(ASCP) or equivalent national certification strongly preferred
- Proficiency operating automated analyzers and laboratory information systems in a high-volume setting
- Experience performing and interpreting testing across hematology, chemistry, microbiology, and blood bank
- Ability to work rotating shifts including evenings, weekends, and holidays in a hospital laboratory
Medical Laboratory Scientist Jobs in New Jersey: Frequently Asked Questions
How do you become a medical laboratory scientist in New Jersey?
New Jersey requires clinical laboratory scientists to hold a state license issued by the New Jersey Department of Health, Division of Consumer Affairs. Candidates must complete a bachelor's degree in medical laboratory science or a related field from an accredited program, which typically includes a supervised clinical practicum. Most employers also require or strongly prefer ASCP Board of Certification. New graduates should apply for licensure through the New Jersey Division of Consumer Affairs before their start date.
Which companies hire medical laboratory scientists in New Jersey?
Employers hiring medical laboratory scientists in New Jersey right now include Quest Diagnostics, Atlantic Health, and Capital Health, based on current listings on Migrate Mate as of October 2026. New Jersey's density of large hospital systems, academic health centers, and commercial reference laboratories makes it one of the more active states for consistent laboratory science openings year-round.
Which New Jersey cities have the most medical laboratory scientist jobs?
Clifton, Hackensack, and Perth Amboy currently have the most medical laboratory scientist openings in New Jersey. Newark anchors the largest share of listings due to its concentration of academic medical centers and major hospital system headquarters, while Camden draws demand from health systems serving the southern region, and Trenton benefits from both state government health facilities and community hospital networks.
Are there remote medical laboratory scientist jobs in New Jersey?
Yes, but they're rare. Medical laboratory science is a hands-on, specimen-based profession, and most roles require on-site presence in a hospital or reference laboratory. About 0% of medical laboratory scientist openings tied to New Jersey are remote or hybrid as of October 2026, and those tend to be in laboratory management, quality assurance review, or scientific consulting rather than bench-level testing positions.
How can I get hired as a medical laboratory scientist in New Jersey with little or no experience?
The most realistic entry path is applying directly to new-graduate programs at large New Jersey hospital systems like RWJBarnabas Health and Hackensack Meridian Health, which regularly bring on new graduates for rotational or department-specific roles. Candidates who completed their clinical practicum in a New Jersey facility often have an advantage. Lateral entry from roles like phlebotomist, laboratory assistant, or histology technician within a hospital setting is another common route, and holding or immediately pursuing ASCP certification strengthens any application.
Where can I find and apply to medical laboratory scientist jobs in New Jersey?
You can find and apply to medical laboratory scientist jobs in New Jersey on Migrate Mate, which lists current New Jersey openings from hospitals, reference laboratories, and health systems across the state. Search the listings for roles that match your specialty and experience level and apply directly to the ones that fit.
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