Description
Position Overview
Duke University Health System’s Clinical Transplantation Immunology Laboratory (CTIL) is seeking a highly motivated Analytical Specialist for a first, second or possible hybrid shift position. This is an exciting opportunity to join a collaborative team supporting one of the nation’s leading transplant centers.
Duke University is consistently ranked among the top 10 universities by U.S. News & World Report and is located in Durham, North Carolina—a vibrant and growing area known for its exceptional quality of life. The Research Triangle region (Durham, Chapel Hill, Raleigh, Cary, and Research Triangle Park) offers a unique blend of academic excellence, innovation, and cultural richness, with convenient access to both the Blue Ridge Mountains and the Atlantic coast.
About the Laboratory & Program
CTIL plays a critical role in supporting Duke’s renowned transplant programs, which perform nearly 800 transplants annually across solid organ and bone marrow services. These programs continue to receive national recognition, with top-ranked lung, heart, and liver transplant outcomes. The kidney transplant program, with nearly 50 years of history, is highly regarded for both volume and patient outcomes.
In addition to clinical excellence, our laboratory is actively engaged in cutting-edge research, including multiple ongoing clinical trials, offering staff the opportunity to contribute to advancements in transplant immunology.
Key Responsibilities
- Perform final review of high-complexity HLA laboratory testing and analysis
- Ensure accuracy and integrity of test results in compliance with regulatory standards
- Collaborate with laboratory scientists and clinical teams to support transplant decision-making
- Participate in quality improvement initiatives and laboratory development activities
Why Join Duke CTIL?
- Work with a nationally recognized transplant center
- Be part of a collaborative, expert team of HLA scientists
- Contribute to innovative clinical research and advancements
- Enjoy a dynamic and supportive work environment in a top-tier academic medical center
Requirements
Minimum Qualifications:
Education
- Bachelor’s degree in Chemical, Physical, Biological, or Clinical Laboratory Science, Medical Technology, or a related field
Experience
- Minimum of 5 years of experience in an ASHI accredited HLA laboratory
Certifications (Preferred)
- Generalist or specialty certification from a nationally recognized board/agency
