Entry Level Medical Scientist Jobs
New grad medical scientist jobs welcome recent graduates and entry level candidates with zero to two years of experience, where strong internship work or hands-on lab training can carry more weight than a long resume. Most openings are on-site roles across Healthcare & Medical Services, Biotechnology & Pharmaceuticals, and Medical Devices, with employers like Quest Diagnostics, UPMC, and Piedmont Healthcare hiring at this level now.
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Primary City/State:
Phoenix, Arizona
Department Name:
Blood Svcs-BUMCP
Work Shift:
Day
Job Category:
Lab
Join one of Arizona's leading diagnostic labs at Sonora Quest, where your work directly supports life-saving medical testing and patient care. Whether you're beginning your lab career or bringing experience to the table, this role offers hands-on impact and career growth in a high-demand healthcare setting. Come do great work on behalf of better health!
Position Summary
This position is responsible for a high level of technical knowledge and application of that knowledge to department testing, clinical relevance, and complex problem-solving skills. This position serves as a department resource and is responsible for assisting with department compliance with all pertinent laboratory accrediting agency and regulatory requirements (e.g., CLIA ’88, JCAHO, CAP, OSHA). May be responsible for the collection, receipt, and processing of biological specimens into the laboratory.
Performs all functions according to established policies, procedures, regulatory and accreditation requirements, as well as applicable professional standards.
PHYSICAL DEMANDS/ENVIRONMENT FACTORS
Able to stand, walk, bend, squat, reach, and stretch frequently. Use material handling equipment to push/and or pull up to 75 pounds and required to lift, push and/or pull up to 25 pounds. Requires manual dexterity. Must use standard precautions due to threat of exposure to blood and body fluids, chemical, electrical and biological hazards. Ability to distinguish colors and to take direction and assimilate instructions quickly. Requires use of personal computer, printers, copiers, telephone, fax and department specific equipment.
KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS AND ABILITIES
- Must exhibit personal maturity and responsibility.
- Excellent reading, writing and math abilities.
- Communicates effectively in oral and written formats sufficient to demonstrate comprehension.
- Ability to perform detailed work; work with frequent interruptions, multi-task, problem solve and memorization.
- Ability to take direction and assimilate instructions quickly.
- Detail oriented and exceptional organizational skills.
- Basic computer skills.
- Must exhibit skills in exceptional customer service, good performance review and passing on-site competency evaluation and/or assessment as defined by the department.
MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS
- Bachelor’s degree in medical laboratory science/medical technology, OR
- Bachelor’s degree in chemical or biological science (transcripts may be reviewed to determine eligibility), AND EITHER
- Certification (MLS or categorical) OR a certificate of completion/letter of attestation on school letterhead documenting completion of any categorical or combination of categoricals from an accredited Medical Laboratory Science program.
- Bachelor’s degree in chemical or biological science (transcripts may be reviewed to determine eligibility), AND EITHER
- Individuals working in the state of Nevada or California are required to maintain their certification throughout their time in position.
- Foreign educated candidates must provide a detailed credential evaluation from IERF (International Education Research Foundation) or other nationally recognized credentialing agency for review to determine eligibility.
- For certain specialty disciplines ONLY (Toxicology, HLA, HCTT, etc.) where no certification is available from a certifying agency, a bachelor’s degree with one year of experience in that discipline is required.
- Demonstrated competency in phlebotomy in departments where applicable.
PREFERRED QUALIFICATIONS
- MLS/MT or categorical certification (ASCP, AMT, HEW, AAB).
- Basic knowledge of specimen requirements and knowledge of medical terminology.
- Previous experience with phlebotomy and processing.
- Additional related education and/or experience.
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Our organization supports a drug-free work environment.
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Primary City/State:
Phoenix, Arizona
Department Name:
Blood Svcs-BUMCP
Work Shift:
Day
Job Category:
Lab
Join one of Arizona's leading diagnostic labs at Sonora Quest, where your work directly supports life-saving medical testing and patient care. Whether you're beginning your lab career or bringing experience to the table, this role offers hands-on impact and career growth in a high-demand healthcare setting. Come do great work on behalf of better health!
Position Summary
This position is responsible for a high level of technical knowledge and application of that knowledge to department testing, clinical relevance, and complex problem-solving skills. This position serves as a department resource and is responsible for assisting with department compliance with all pertinent laboratory accrediting agency and regulatory requirements (e.g., CLIA ’88, JCAHO, CAP, OSHA). May be responsible for the collection, receipt, and processing of biological specimens into the laboratory.
Performs all functions according to established policies, procedures, regulatory and accreditation requirements, as well as applicable professional standards.
PHYSICAL DEMANDS/ENVIRONMENT FACTORS
Able to stand, walk, bend, squat, reach, and stretch frequently. Use material handling equipment to push/and or pull up to 75 pounds and required to lift, push and/or pull up to 25 pounds. Requires manual dexterity. Must use standard precautions due to threat of exposure to blood and body fluids, chemical, electrical and biological hazards. Ability to distinguish colors and to take direction and assimilate instructions quickly. Requires use of personal computer, printers, copiers, telephone, fax and department specific equipment.
KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS AND ABILITIES
- Must exhibit personal maturity and responsibility.
- Excellent reading, writing and math abilities.
- Communicates effectively in oral and written formats sufficient to demonstrate comprehension.
- Ability to perform detailed work; work with frequent interruptions, multi-task, problem solve and memorization.
- Ability to take direction and assimilate instructions quickly.
- Detail oriented and exceptional organizational skills.
- Basic computer skills.
- Must exhibit skills in exceptional customer service, good performance review and passing on-site competency evaluation and/or assessment as defined by the department.
MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS
- Bachelor’s degree in medical laboratory science/medical technology, OR
- Bachelor’s degree in chemical or biological science (transcripts may be reviewed to determine eligibility), AND EITHER
- Certification (MLS or categorical) OR a certificate of completion/letter of attestation on school letterhead documenting completion of any categorical or combination of categoricals from an accredited Medical Laboratory Science program.
- Bachelor’s degree in chemical or biological science (transcripts may be reviewed to determine eligibility), AND EITHER
- Individuals working in the state of Nevada or California are required to maintain their certification throughout their time in position.
- Foreign educated candidates must provide a detailed credential evaluation from IERF (International Education Research Foundation) or other nationally recognized credentialing agency for review to determine eligibility.
- For certain specialty disciplines ONLY (Toxicology, HLA, HCTT, etc.) where no certification is available from a certifying agency, a bachelor’s degree with one year of experience in that discipline is required.
- Demonstrated competency in phlebotomy in departments where applicable.
PREFERRED QUALIFICATIONS
- MLS/MT or categorical certification (ASCP, AMT, HEW, AAB).
- Basic knowledge of specimen requirements and knowledge of medical terminology.
- Previous experience with phlebotomy and processing.
- Additional related education and/or experience.
EEO Statement:
EEO/Disabled/Veterans
Our organization supports a drug-free work environment.
Privacy Policy:
Privacy Policy
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- Quest Diagnostics102
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Entry Level Medical Scientist Jobs: Frequently Asked Questions
How do I get an entry level medical scientist job?
Start by highlighting any lab coursework, undergraduate research, or internship experience on your resume, since hands-on technical skills matter most at this stage. Employers also look for familiarity with standard lab techniques, attention to detail, and the ability to follow established protocols. Certifications, a relevant thesis project, or a faculty reference can give you a meaningful edge over other new candidates.
Which companies hire entry level medical scientists?
Companies hiring entry level medical scientists right now include Quest Diagnostics, UPMC, and Piedmont Healthcare, based on current listings on Migrate Mate as of November 2026. At this level, hiring tends to come from academic medical centers, pharmaceutical companies, clinical research organizations, and government research agencies that run structured entry-level or new-graduate programs.
Are there remote entry level medical scientist jobs?
Yes, though most lab-based roles require on-site work. About 0% of entry level medical scientist openings are remote or hybrid as of November 2026, and these positions typically involve data analysis, bioinformatics, or regulatory and research coordination tasks that don't require a physical lab presence.
Are these new grad medical scientist jobs?
Yes, this page includes new grad, recent graduate, and junior medical scientist roles alongside other entry level postings. A new-grad-friendly posting typically welcomes zero to two years of experience, accepts internships or research assistantships in place of full-time history, and may mention training programs or mentorship for candidates coming directly from a degree program.
Which industries hire the most entry level medical scientists?
Entry Level medical scientist roles concentrate in Healthcare & Medical Services, Biotechnology & Pharmaceuticals, and Medical Devices, based on current listings on Migrate Mate as of November 2026. These sectors drive the most entry level hiring because they rely on a continuous pipeline of new research talent to support ongoing clinical trials, product development, and federally funded studies.