Senior Level Medical Laboratory Technician Jobs
Senior level medical laboratory technician jobs place experienced professionals at the center of diagnostic operations, owning quality outcomes, guiding complex testing protocols, and mentoring the teams that keep laboratories running at the highest standard. Most openings are on-site, with a smaller share of remote and hybrid positions available across Healthcare & Medical Services, Education, and Science & Research, with employers like OU Health, PathGroup, and City of Hope hiring at this level now.
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Position/Rank Clinical Laboratory Bioinformatics Medical Director - Rank Dependent on Qualifications
Department 00247 - Pathology
City Salt Lake City, UT
Track Track Dependent on Qualifications
New Position to Begin
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Clinical Laboratory Bioinformatics Medical Director
ARUP Laboratories, Department of Pathology, University of Utah School of Medicine
The Department of Pathology at the University of Utah School of Medicine and ARUP Laboratories invites applications from individuals interested in building an academic career in Clinical Laboratory Bioinformatics. We seek candidates with substantial experience in computational and machine learning methods as applied to clinical laboratory testing.
ARUP is a comprehensive, high-complexity national reference laboratory serving a diverse clientele that includes more than half of the nation’s academic medical centers, children’s hospitals, major commercial laboratories, military and government facilities, and community health systems. This broad reach has created one of the largest clinical laboratory data resources in the United States, spanning multiple disciplines, testing modalities, and patient populations.
ARUP offers a unique environment for computational pathology and laboratory data science, combining large-scale real-world clinical laboratory datasets with substantial on-premises computing infrastructure and expertise in bioinformatics, machine learning, and software development. The successful candidate will join multidisciplinary teams of pathologists, data scientists, and engineers developing, validating, and deploying new diagnostic technologies that directly impact patient care.
Applicants should hold an MD, DO, MD/PhD, DO/PhD, PhD, or equivalent doctoral degree. Physician candidates should be board-certified or board-eligible in anatomic and/or clinical pathology by the American Board of Pathology and eligible for medical licensure in Utah. PhD candidates should be board-certified or board-eligible in a clinical laboratory specialty. Additional American Board of Pathology fellowship training or subspecialty expertise will be viewed favorably, particularly in hematopathology, clinical informatics, molecular genetic pathology, and laboratory genetics and genomics. Current fellows and other trainees who will complete training before the anticipated start date are also encouraged to apply.
The successful candidate will primarily focus on research within the Institute for Research and Innovation in Diagnostic and Precision Medicine, advancing computational methods, bioinformatics, artificial intelligence, and machine learning applications in laboratory medicine. Access to ARUP’s extensive laboratory data resources, bioinformatics infrastructure, and collaborative scientific environment provides exceptional opportunities to develop and deploy clinically impactful diagnostic technologies.
Clinical responsibilities are expected to comprise approximately 30% effort and may include laboratory directorship, clinical consultation, and diagnostic case signout, aligned with the candidate’s training and expertise. The candidate will also contribute to the educational missions of ARUP Laboratories and the University of Utah Department of Pathology through teaching, mentorship, and scholarly activity.
Academic rank and compensation will be commensurate with the candidate’s experience and accomplishments.
Interested candidates should submit electronically to: https://utah.peopleadmin.com/postings/206227
A curriculum vitae, a cover letter detailing experience and current and future interests, and the names and contact information of three individuals who could provide letters of recommendation.
Please contact Dr. David Ng (david.ng@aruplab.com) with any questions.
The University of Utah Health (U of U Health) is a patient-focused center distinguished by collaboration, excellence, leadership, and respect. U of U Health values candidates who are committed to fostering and furthering a culture of compassion, collaboration, innovation, accountability, acceptance, integrity, quality, and trust that is integral to our mission.
EEO/Non-Discrimination Information
The University of Utah values candidates who have experience working in settings with students and possess a strong commitment to improving access to higher education.
Veterans’ preference is extended to qualified applicants, upon request and consistent with University policy and Utah state law. Upon request, reasonable accommodations in the application process will be provided to individuals with disabilities.
Consistent with state and federal law, the University of Utah does not discriminate based upon race, ethnicity, color, religion, national origin, age, disability, sex, sexual orientation, gender, gender identity, gender expression, pregnancy, pregnancy-related conditions, genetic information, or protected veteran’s status. The University does not discriminate on the basis of sex in the education program or activity that it operates, as required by Title IX and 34 CFR part 106. The requirement not to discriminate in education programs or activities extends to admission and employment. Inquiries about the application of Title IX and its regulations may be referred to the Title IX Coordinator, to the Department of Education, Office for Civil Rights, or both.
To request a reasonable accommodation for a disability or if you or someone you know has experienced discrimination or sexual misconduct including sexual harassment, you may contact the Director/Title IX Coordinator in the Office of Equal Opportunity and Title IX (OEO). More information, including the Director/Title IX Coordinator’s office address, electronic mail address, and telephone number, can be located at https://www.utah.edu/nondiscrimination/.
Online reports may be submitted at https://oeo.utah.edu.
Notice
The University is a participating employer with Utah Retirement Systems (“URS”). Eligible new hires with prior URS service may elect to enroll in URS if they make the election before they become eligible for retirement (usually the first day of work). Contact Human Resources at (801) 581-7447 for information. Individuals who previously retired and are receiving monthly retirement benefits from URS are subject to URS’ post-retirement rules and restrictions. Please contact Utah Retirement Systems at (801) 366-7770 or (800) 695-4877 or University Human Resource Management at (801) 581-7447 if you have questions regarding the post-retirement rules.
This position may require the successful completion of a criminal background check and/or drug screen.
Special Instructions for Candidates
Open Date 07/29/2026
Close Date
Open Until Filled Yes
Requisition Number PRN04094F
Type Faculty
Position Information
Position/Rank Clinical Laboratory Bioinformatics Medical Director - Rank Dependent on Qualifications
Department 00247 - Pathology
City Salt Lake City, UT
Track Track Dependent on Qualifications
New Position to Begin
Details
Clinical Laboratory Bioinformatics Medical Director
ARUP Laboratories, Department of Pathology, University of Utah School of Medicine
The Department of Pathology at the University of Utah School of Medicine and ARUP Laboratories invites applications from individuals interested in building an academic career in Clinical Laboratory Bioinformatics. We seek candidates with substantial experience in computational and machine learning methods as applied to clinical laboratory testing.
ARUP is a comprehensive, high-complexity national reference laboratory serving a diverse clientele that includes more than half of the nation’s academic medical centers, children’s hospitals, major commercial laboratories, military and government facilities, and community health systems. This broad reach has created one of the largest clinical laboratory data resources in the United States, spanning multiple disciplines, testing modalities, and patient populations.
ARUP offers a unique environment for computational pathology and laboratory data science, combining large-scale real-world clinical laboratory datasets with substantial on-premises computing infrastructure and expertise in bioinformatics, machine learning, and software development. The successful candidate will join multidisciplinary teams of pathologists, data scientists, and engineers developing, validating, and deploying new diagnostic technologies that directly impact patient care.
Applicants should hold an MD, DO, MD/PhD, DO/PhD, PhD, or equivalent doctoral degree. Physician candidates should be board-certified or board-eligible in anatomic and/or clinical pathology by the American Board of Pathology and eligible for medical licensure in Utah. PhD candidates should be board-certified or board-eligible in a clinical laboratory specialty. Additional American Board of Pathology fellowship training or subspecialty expertise will be viewed favorably, particularly in hematopathology, clinical informatics, molecular genetic pathology, and laboratory genetics and genomics. Current fellows and other trainees who will complete training before the anticipated start date are also encouraged to apply.
The successful candidate will primarily focus on research within the Institute for Research and Innovation in Diagnostic and Precision Medicine, advancing computational methods, bioinformatics, artificial intelligence, and machine learning applications in laboratory medicine. Access to ARUP’s extensive laboratory data resources, bioinformatics infrastructure, and collaborative scientific environment provides exceptional opportunities to develop and deploy clinically impactful diagnostic technologies.
Clinical responsibilities are expected to comprise approximately 30% effort and may include laboratory directorship, clinical consultation, and diagnostic case signout, aligned with the candidate’s training and expertise. The candidate will also contribute to the educational missions of ARUP Laboratories and the University of Utah Department of Pathology through teaching, mentorship, and scholarly activity.
Academic rank and compensation will be commensurate with the candidate’s experience and accomplishments.
Interested candidates should submit electronically to: https://utah.peopleadmin.com/postings/206227
A curriculum vitae, a cover letter detailing experience and current and future interests, and the names and contact information of three individuals who could provide letters of recommendation.
Please contact Dr. David Ng (david.ng@aruplab.com) with any questions.
The University of Utah Health (U of U Health) is a patient-focused center distinguished by collaboration, excellence, leadership, and respect. U of U Health values candidates who are committed to fostering and furthering a culture of compassion, collaboration, innovation, accountability, acceptance, integrity, quality, and trust that is integral to our mission.
EEO/Non-Discrimination Information
The University of Utah values candidates who have experience working in settings with students and possess a strong commitment to improving access to higher education.
Veterans’ preference is extended to qualified applicants, upon request and consistent with University policy and Utah state law. Upon request, reasonable accommodations in the application process will be provided to individuals with disabilities.
Consistent with state and federal law, the University of Utah does not discriminate based upon race, ethnicity, color, religion, national origin, age, disability, sex, sexual orientation, gender, gender identity, gender expression, pregnancy, pregnancy-related conditions, genetic information, or protected veteran’s status. The University does not discriminate on the basis of sex in the education program or activity that it operates, as required by Title IX and 34 CFR part 106. The requirement not to discriminate in education programs or activities extends to admission and employment. Inquiries about the application of Title IX and its regulations may be referred to the Title IX Coordinator, to the Department of Education, Office for Civil Rights, or both.
To request a reasonable accommodation for a disability or if you or someone you know has experienced discrimination or sexual misconduct including sexual harassment, you may contact the Director/Title IX Coordinator in the Office of Equal Opportunity and Title IX (OEO). More information, including the Director/Title IX Coordinator’s office address, electronic mail address, and telephone number, can be located at https://www.utah.edu/nondiscrimination/.
Online reports may be submitted at https://oeo.utah.edu.
Notice
The University is a participating employer with Utah Retirement Systems (“URS”). Eligible new hires with prior URS service may elect to enroll in URS if they make the election before they become eligible for retirement (usually the first day of work). Contact Human Resources at (801) 581-7447 for information. Individuals who previously retired and are receiving monthly retirement benefits from URS are subject to URS’ post-retirement rules and restrictions. Please contact Utah Retirement Systems at (801) 366-7770 or (800) 695-4877 or University Human Resource Management at (801) 581-7447 if you have questions regarding the post-retirement rules.
This position may require the successful completion of a criminal background check and/or drug screen.
Special Instructions for Candidates
Open Date 07/29/2026
Close Date
Open Until Filled Yes
Requisition Number PRN04094F
Type Faculty
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Senior Level Medical Laboratory Technician Jobs: Frequently Asked Questions
How do I get a senior level medical laboratory technician job?
Employers hiring at the senior level look for candidates who have moved beyond executing routine tests to owning method validation, troubleshooting complex instrumentation failures, and training or supervising other staff. A specialty certification, such as a categorical certification in chemistry, microbiology, or hematology from ASCP or AMT, strengthens your application significantly. Demonstrating a history of quality improvement contributions or laboratory accreditation work gives you a clear edge.
Which companies hire senior level medical laboratory technicians?
Companies hiring senior level medical laboratory technicians right now include OU Health, PathGroup, and City of Hope, based on current listings on Migrate Mate as of August 2026. Hiring at this level tends to concentrate among large hospital health systems, national reference laboratories, and diagnostics manufacturers that need experienced technicians to anchor complex, high-volume testing programs.
Are there remote senior level medical laboratory technician jobs?
Yes, though laboratory bench work is inherently on-site, some senior roles with supervisory, consulting, or education responsibilities do allow remote or hybrid arrangements. About 0% of senior level medical laboratory technician openings are remote or hybrid as of August 2026, so filtering by work setting when you search helps you find the format that fits your situation.
What makes a medical laboratory technician role senior level?
Senior level medical laboratory technician roles go beyond performing standardized testing. They involve technical ownership of one or more laboratory departments, responsibility for method development or validation, accountability for quality control programs, and active involvement in training or mentoring junior staff. Senior technicians are often the escalation point for complex or discrepant results and contribute directly to regulatory compliance and accreditation readiness.
Which industries hire the most senior level medical laboratory technicians?
Senior Level medical laboratory technician roles concentrate in Healthcare & Medical Services, Education, and Science & Research, based on current listings on Migrate Mate as of August 2026. These sectors drive the most demand because they operate high-complexity laboratories that require experienced professionals to maintain testing accuracy, regulatory compliance, and staff competency at scale.