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Perform histocompatibility testing, e.g., HLA typing, HLA antibody screening, and crossmatching, in support of the Tulane Transplant and other Programs. The employee will have Quality Control and Quality Assurance responsibilities. After one year of training, the technician will apply to take the Certified Histocompatibility Technologist (CHT) exam provided by the American College of Histocompatibility and Immunogenetics (ACHI). The employee is given two attempts to pass this exam and must do so to fulfill the training plan and requirements for promotion to HLA Technologist I. If a technician has not met requirements for promotion after two years, they may not continue in this position. Applicants eligible for an HLA Technologist I (or higher) position should apply for that position. Required Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities • Willingness to provide on-call/overtime services is mandatory. • Knowledge of computers and common software such as word processing and spreadsheets. • Ability to communicate verbally and in writing with colleagues, providers, and other personnel. Required Education and/or Experience • B.S. or M.S. Degree in a chemical, physical, biological, or clinical laboratory science. Description for Job: IRC33208 HLA Lab Technician Medicine - Clinical Immunology Location: New Orleans, LA Summary Perform histocompatibility testing, e.g., HLA typing, HLA antibody screening, and crossmatching, in support of the Tulane Transplant and other Programs. The employee will have Quality Control and Quality Assurance responsibilities. After one year of training, the technician will apply to take the Certified Histocompatibility Technologist (CHT) exam provided by the American College of Histocompatibility and Immunogenetics (ACHI). The employee is given two attempts to pass this exam and must do so to fulfill the training plan and requirements for promotion to HLA Technologist I. If a technician has not met requirements for promotion after two years, they may not continue in this position. Applicants eligible for an HLA Technologist I (or higher) position should apply for that position. Required Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities • Willingness to provide on-call/overtime services is mandatory. • Knowledge of computers and common software such as word processing and spreadsheets. • Ability to communicate verbally and in writing with colleagues, providers, and other personnel.

Required Education and/or Experience • B.S. or M.S. Degree in a chemical, physical, biological, or clinical laboratory science. • Course credits must include 24 hours of medical technology courses or 24 hours of sciences, including six semester hours of chemistry and six semester hours of biology. Preferred Qualifications • Experience in histocompatibility or other clinical or research-focused laboratory testing. • Applicants meeting criteria for an HLA Technologist position may be offered that position. Compensation Information This position is classified as "non-exempt, hourly" and is assigned to pay grade 21. Tulane offers a variety of options to enhance your health and well-being so thatyou may enjoy more out of life now and in the future. Learn more about Life at Tulane as well as our Benefits and Pay . See ourCandidate Resources to learn more about our hiring process and what to expect. How to Apply This position will close on the date it is filled Please Note: Depending on your role and the department in which you work, you may be expected to adhere to COVID-19 requirements, such as vaccinations and booster shots. Click "Apply Now" to apply for this job. Tulane University is an equal opportunity educator and employer committed to providing an education and employment environment free of unlawful discrimination, harassment, and retaliation. Legally protected demographic classifications (such as a person’s race, color, religion, age, sex, national origin, shared ancestry, disability, genetics, veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by federal, state, or local laws) are not relied upon as an eligibility, selection or participation criteria for Tulane’s employment or educational programs or activities. Tulane University is responsible for providing reasonable accommodations to individuals with disabilities throughout the applicant screening process. If you need assistance in completing an application or during any phase of the interview process, please contact the Office of Human Resources by phone at 504-865-4748 or by email at hr@tulane.edu . Apply now >>> >>> Back to Search Page <<<

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