Medical Laboratory Scientist I – Microbiology

University of Arkansas System

Medical Laboratory Scientist I responsible for processing and evaluating patient specimens in microbiology. Working at UAMS to support patient care with a focus on teamwork and diversity.

Posted 6/25/2026full-timeLittle Rock • 🇺🇸 United StatesMid-LevelSeniorWebsite

About the role

Key responsibilities & impact

Responsible for processing, evaluating patient specimens
Performing tests to identify microorganisms or antigens according to written procedures
Perform susceptibilities
Record and evaluate daily, weekly, and monthly QC in assigned areas
Maintain safe work practices
Follow all regulatory requirements
Engage supervisor, manager, or director as appropriate

Requirements

What you’ll need

Bachelor's degree in chemistry, biology, medical laboratory science, clinical laboratory science, or another ASCP discipline
ASCP certification within 1 year of eligibility. If eligible at time of hire then within 1 year of hire date.
Previous clinical laboratory experience
ASCP certification

Benefits

Comp & perks

Health: Medical, Dental and Vision plans available for qualifying staff and family
Holiday, Vacation and Sick Leave
Education discount for staff and dependents (undergraduate only)
Retirement: Up to 10% matched contribution from UAMS
Basic Life Insurance up to $50,000
Career Training and Educational Opportunities
Merchant Discounts
Concierge prescription delivery on the main campus when using UAMS pharmacy

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Hard Skills & Tools

processing patient specimensperforming testsidentifying microorganismsperforming susceptibilitiesrecording QCevaluating QCmaintaining safe work practicesfollowing regulatory requirements

Soft Skills

engaging with supervisorscommunication

Certifications

Bachelor's degreeASCP certification