Medical Laboratory Scientist Jobs in North Carolina
Medical Laboratory Scientist jobs in North Carolina are open across Durham, Chapel Hill, and Wilmington and other North Carolina metros, with employers like Novant Health, UNC Health, and Catalent Pharma Solutions hiring at every experience level. Find a role that fits below and apply directly.
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Description
Your passion belongs at UNC Health. Join more than 56,000 teammates working together to improve the health and well-being of the communities we serve across North Carolina.
This position is eligible for the Clinical Laboratory Incentive Program.
Summary
This hybrid posting recruits for either a Medical Laboratory Scientist I or Medical Laboratory Scientist II, depending on candidate qualifications and experience. Performs a variety of patient testing and administrative tasks in support of the clinical activities in the UNCHCS.
Responsibilities:
- Performs waived/point of care, moderate, and high complexity CLIA testing as appropriate to role and demonstrated competency.
- Investigates and resolves problems with equipment, test results, specimens, and/or workflow.
- Performs quality control, proficiency testing, and monitors the accuracy and precision of laboratory testing.
- Prepares reagents and assists in the preparation of standard and control materials.
- Monitors reagent inventory and assists with maintaining laboratory supplies.
- Reviews test results to ensure accuracy of reporting and timely correction of errors.
- Reports laboratory results and consults/confers with healthcare providers as needed.
- Participates on teams and/or performs special projects or assignments.
- Participates in the education and training of new employees and other learners, as appropriate to role.
- Serves as a technical resource and works under direction or independently based on experience level.
- Performs other duties as assigned.
Qualifications – Medical Laboratory Scientist I
Education:
- Bachelor’s Degree in Clinical/Medical Laboratory Science, or Bachelor’s Degree in Chemical or Biological Science, or Associate’s Degree in Clinical/Medical Laboratory Technology
Experience:
- No prior professional laboratory experience required
Qualifications – Medical Laboratory Scientist II
Education:
- Bachelor’s Degree in Clinical/Medical Laboratory Science, or Bachelor’s Degree in Chemical or Biological Science, or Associate’s Degree in Clinical/Medical Laboratory Technology
Licensure/Certification:
- Associate’s Degree holders: MLT (ASCP) or MLT (AMT) required
- Bachelor’s Degree in Chemical or Biological Science: ASCP categorical certification in specialty area required
- Bachelor’s Degree in Clinical/Medical Laboratory Science: MT/MLS (ASCP) or MT/MLS (AMT) required
Experience:
- Associate’s Degree with MLT certification: Two (2) years of experience required
- Bachelor’s Degree in Chemical or Biological Science with categorical certification: Two (2) years of experience required
- Bachelor’s Degree in Clinical/Medical Laboratory Science with MT/MLS certification: No experience required
Job Details
Legal Employer: STATE
Entity: UNC Medical Center
Organization Unit: Transfusion Medicine Service
Work Type: Full Time
Standard Hours Per Week: 40.00
MLS I: Salary Range: $24.98 - $35.91 per hour (Hiring Range)
MLS II: Salary Range: $26.85 - $38.61 per hour (Hiring Range)
Pay offers are determined by experience and internal equity
Work Assignment Type: Onsite
Work Schedule: Night Job
Location of Job: US:NC:Chapel Hill
Exempt From Overtime: Exempt: No
This is a State position employed by UNC Health Care System with UNC Health benefits. If, however, you are presently an employee of another North Carolina agency and currently participate in TSERS or the ORP, you will be eligible to continue participating in those plans at UNC Health.
Qualified applicants will be considered without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, age, genetic information, disability, status as a protected veteran or political affiliation.
UNC Health makes reasonable accommodations for applicants' and employees' religious practices and beliefs, as well as applicants and employees with disabilities. All interested applicants are invited to apply for career opportunities. Please email applicant.accommodations@unchealth.unc.edu if you need a reasonable accommodation to search and/or to apply for a career opportunity.
Description
Your passion belongs at UNC Health. Join more than 56,000 teammates working together to improve the health and well-being of the communities we serve across North Carolina.
This position is eligible for the Clinical Laboratory Incentive Program.
Summary
This hybrid posting recruits for either a Medical Laboratory Scientist I or Medical Laboratory Scientist II, depending on candidate qualifications and experience. Performs a variety of patient testing and administrative tasks in support of the clinical activities in the UNCHCS.
Responsibilities:
- Performs waived/point of care, moderate, and high complexity CLIA testing as appropriate to role and demonstrated competency.
- Investigates and resolves problems with equipment, test results, specimens, and/or workflow.
- Performs quality control, proficiency testing, and monitors the accuracy and precision of laboratory testing.
- Prepares reagents and assists in the preparation of standard and control materials.
- Monitors reagent inventory and assists with maintaining laboratory supplies.
- Reviews test results to ensure accuracy of reporting and timely correction of errors.
- Reports laboratory results and consults/confers with healthcare providers as needed.
- Participates on teams and/or performs special projects or assignments.
- Participates in the education and training of new employees and other learners, as appropriate to role.
- Serves as a technical resource and works under direction or independently based on experience level.
- Performs other duties as assigned.
Qualifications – Medical Laboratory Scientist I
Education:
- Bachelor’s Degree in Clinical/Medical Laboratory Science, or Bachelor’s Degree in Chemical or Biological Science, or Associate’s Degree in Clinical/Medical Laboratory Technology
Experience:
- No prior professional laboratory experience required
Qualifications – Medical Laboratory Scientist II
Education:
- Bachelor’s Degree in Clinical/Medical Laboratory Science, or Bachelor’s Degree in Chemical or Biological Science, or Associate’s Degree in Clinical/Medical Laboratory Technology
Licensure/Certification:
- Associate’s Degree holders: MLT (ASCP) or MLT (AMT) required
- Bachelor’s Degree in Chemical or Biological Science: ASCP categorical certification in specialty area required
- Bachelor’s Degree in Clinical/Medical Laboratory Science: MT/MLS (ASCP) or MT/MLS (AMT) required
Experience:
- Associate’s Degree with MLT certification: Two (2) years of experience required
- Bachelor’s Degree in Chemical or Biological Science with categorical certification: Two (2) years of experience required
- Bachelor’s Degree in Clinical/Medical Laboratory Science with MT/MLS certification: No experience required
Job Details
Legal Employer: STATE
Entity: UNC Medical Center
Organization Unit: Transfusion Medicine Service
Work Type: Full Time
Standard Hours Per Week: 40.00
MLS I: Salary Range: $24.98 - $35.91 per hour (Hiring Range)
MLS II: Salary Range: $26.85 - $38.61 per hour (Hiring Range)
Pay offers are determined by experience and internal equity
Work Assignment Type: Onsite
Work Schedule: Night Job
Location of Job: US:NC:Chapel Hill
Exempt From Overtime: Exempt: No
This is a State position employed by UNC Health Care System with UNC Health benefits. If, however, you are presently an employee of another North Carolina agency and currently participate in TSERS or the ORP, you will be eligible to continue participating in those plans at UNC Health.
Qualified applicants will be considered without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, age, genetic information, disability, status as a protected veteran or political affiliation.
UNC Health makes reasonable accommodations for applicants' and employees' religious practices and beliefs, as well as applicants and employees with disabilities. All interested applicants are invited to apply for career opportunities. Please email applicant.accommodations@unchealth.unc.edu if you need a reasonable accommodation to search and/or to apply for a career opportunity.
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Medical Laboratory Scientist Job Market in North Carolina
A snapshot from current North Carolina openings, updated as new roles post.
Who's Hiring
- Novant Health7
- UNC Health7
- Catalent Pharma Solutions2
- Cone Health2
- Flatiron Health2
Top Industries Hiring
- Healthcare & Medical Services19
- Biotechnology & Pharmaceuticals8
- Science & Research5
- Education3
- Consulting & Professional Services2
What North Carolina Employers Look For
The qualifications that appear most often in medical laboratory scientist jobs across North Carolina.
- Bachelor's degree in clinical laboratory science, medical technology, or a related life science field
- ASCP Board of Certification (MLS or MT) or equivalent national certification
- Proficiency with high-volume automated analyzers such as Beckman Coulter, Sysmex, or Abbott platforms
- Experience performing and documenting quality control procedures in a CLIA-regulated laboratory
- Ability to perform across multiple disciplines including hematology, chemistry, microbiology, and blood bank
- Familiarity with laboratory information systems such as Epic Beaker, Cerner, or Sunquest
Medical Laboratory Scientist Jobs in North Carolina: Frequently Asked Questions
How many medical laboratory scientist jobs are there in North Carolina?
There are 33+ medical laboratory scientist openings in North Carolina on Migrate Mate as of June 2026, with the most roles in Durham, Chapel Hill, and Wilmington. New positions post regularly as employers across North Carolina hire.
Which North Carolina cities have the most medical laboratory scientist jobs?
Durham, Chapel Hill, and Wilmington have the most medical laboratory scientist openings in North Carolina right now, with additional roles spread across smaller metros statewide.
Which companies hire medical laboratory scientists in North Carolina?
Employers hiring medical laboratory scientists in North Carolina include Novant Health, UNC Health, and Catalent Pharma Solutions, based on current listings on Migrate Mate as of June 2026.
Are there remote medical laboratory scientist jobs in North Carolina?
Yes. About 9% of medical laboratory scientist openings tied to North Carolina are remote or hybrid as of June 2026. The rest are on-site roles based in North Carolina metros.
How do I apply for medical laboratory scientist jobs in North Carolina?
You can apply to medical laboratory scientist jobs in North Carolina directly on Migrate Mate. Search the listings above, find roles that match your experience and preferred North Carolina location, then apply to each one that fits.
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