Lead Clinical Laboratory Scientist - Campus Health and Wellbeing

Job Summary

Under the general direction of the Clinical Services Director, the role of this position is to oversee daily administration and operations such as establishing appropriate procedures and protocols, proficiency testing, quality control, departmental quality assurance, lab safety, measures, work schedules, supplies and billing review. The incumbent also provides lead work direction, involving training employees, scheduling laboratory staff, assigning and reviewing work, and providing input to employee selection and performance evaluations.

The incumbent is accountable for maintaining all laboratory certifications and accreditations. The Lead CLS also performs a variety of clinical laboratory tests, including performance of high and moderate complexity testing in addition to waived clinical laboratory tests as defined by CLIA, ensuring accurate collection and proper handling of specimens, including phlebotomy and preparation of specimens, to maintain specimen integrity. The Lead CLS II will monitor the usage of automated and manual data and reporting systems, such as a laboratory information system to maintain laboratory records of laboratory tests conducted, monitor patient data and information accuracy to prepare reports.

Department Summary

The purpose of Campus Health & Wellbeing is to help students achieve and maintain academic success and lifelong health and well-being by providing timely and appropriate primary and acute health care, disease and injury prevention education, professional mental health, outreach, educational services and campus consultations.

Key Qualifications

• Thorough knowledge of state and federal regulations pertaining to the operation of a clinical laboratory and clinical laboratory quality control procedures, protocols and standards.
• Thorough knowledge about laboratory operations, including current accreditation standards and regulations.
• Possess a thorough knowledge of clinical laboratory quality control procedures and standards.
• Ability to provide lead work direction to professional and support laboratory staff.
• Possess skills, knowledge, and abilities consistent with State license including those related to phlebotomy and maintain current continuing education. Possess comprehensive and in-depth knowledge of the theories, principles and practices of clinical laboratory science and the use and care of laboratory equipment.
• Ability to develop procedures, quality control checks and instructions necessary for new or modified tests

Education and Experience

• Bachelor’s degree in clinical laboratory science or equivalent from an accredited institution or equivalent post-secondary education, training and experience as defined by the California Division of Laboratory Science.
• Two years of increasingly responsible and diverse experience as a journey-level Clinical Laboratory Scientist. (Microbiology, Hematology, Immunology)

Licenses, Certificates, Credentials:

• Must possess and maintain a valid California Clinical Laboratory Scientist.
• Must possess and maintain a valid current basic life support CPR certificate.

Salary and Benefits

Anticipated Hiring Range: $87,960 - $107,220 Per Year

Classification Range: $76,572 - $111,552 Per Year

Factors in determining the appropriate compensation for a role include experience, skills, knowledge, abilities, education, licensure and certifications, and other business and organizational needs. The Anticipated Hiring Range referenced in the job posting is the budgeted salary or hourly range that the University reasonably expects to pay for this position. The Classification Range may be broader than what the University anticipates paying for this position, based on internal equity, budget, and collective bargaining agreements (when applicable).

Cal Poly offers a best-in-class benefits program, including health, dental and vision insurance, retirement participation in the Public Employees' Retirement System, and educational benefits for eligible employees. See our benefits website for additional information.

Cal Poly

Cal Poly is a nationally-ranked public university located in San Luis Obispo, California, and known for its Learn by Doing philosophy. Each year more than 20,000 top-tier students come to San Luis Obispo to put knowledge into action, taking their learning outside the classroom as they prepare for careers in engineering, agriculture, science, business, humanities and the built environment. Cal Poly’s hands-on philosophy, small class sizes and close student-faculty mentorships result in graduates ready from day one to impact their communities, California and the world. For more information, visit calpoly.edu .

Equal Opportunity and Excellence in Education and Employment

This position is open and available to all regardless of race, sex, color, ethnicity or national origin. Consistent with California law and federal civil rights laws, Cal Poly provides equal opportunity in education and employment without unlawful discrimination or preferential treatment based on race, sex, color, ethnicity, or national origin. Our commitment to equal opportunity means ensuring that every student and employee has access to the resources and support they need to thrive and succeed in a university environment and in their communities. Cal Poly complies with Title VI of the Civil Rights Act of 1964, Title IX of the Education Amendments of 1972, the Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA), Section 504 of the Rehabilitation Act, the California Equity in Higher Education Act, California’s Proposition 209 (Art. I, Section 31 of the California Constitution), other applicable state and federal anti-discrimination laws, and CSU’s Nondiscrimination Policy. We prohibit discriminatory preferential treatment, segregation based on race or any other protected status, and all forms of discrimination, harassment, and retaliation in all university programs, policies, and practices.

Cal Poly is a diverse community of individuals who represent many perspectives, beliefs and identities, committed to fostering an inclusive, respectful, and intellectually vibrant environment. We cultivate a culture of open dialogue, mutual respect, and belonging to support educational excellence and student success. Through academic programs, student organizations and activities, faculty initiatives, and community partnerships, we encourage meaningful engagement with diverse perspectives. As a higher education institution, we are dedicated to advancing knowledge and empowering individuals to reach their full potential by prioritizing inclusive curriculum development, faculty and staff training, student mentorship, and comprehensive support programs. At Cal Poly, excellence is built on merit, talent, diversity, accessibility, and equal opportunity for all.

Supplemental Information

Satisfactory completion of a background check (including a criminal records check) is required for employment. Cal Poly will make a conditional offer of employment, which may be rescinded if the background check reveals disqualifying information, and/or it is discovered that the candidate knowingly withheld or falsified information. Current employees who are offered positions on campus will be required to undergo a background check for any position where a background check is required by law or that Cal Poly has designated as sensitive. Failure to satisfactorily complete the background check may affect the continued employment of a current CSU employee who was conditionally offered the position.

The person holding this position is considered a 'mandated reporter' under the California Child Abuse and Neglect Reporting Act and is required to comply with the requirements set forth in CSU Executive Order 1083 as a condition of employment.

Cal Poly, San Luis Obispo is not a sponsoring agency for staff or management positions. Applicants for staff and management positions must be authorized to work for any employer in the U.S. We are unable to sponsor or take over sponsorship of an employment Visa at this time.

Positions are posted for a minimum of 14 calendar days.

Advertised: Nov 21 2025 Pacific Standard Time
Applications close:

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• California Polytechnic State University

• 805-756-2236

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