Clinical Microbiology Lead / MT Coordinator

Schererville, IN 46375 | $31.00–$48.00/hour

Love Microbiology? Ready for More Responsibility?

You don't have to leave the bench behind to grow your career!

We're hiring an experienced Clinical Microbiology Technologist who is ready to take on a greater role in laboratory operations, technical support, and team development.

This full-time Microbiology Coordinator opportunity in Northwest Indiana combines hands-on clinical testing with the chance to become a go-to resource for your fellow laboratory professionals.

What Makes This Role Worth Exploring?

• Pay: $31–$48/hour, based on experience

• Evening Shift: 2:00 PM–10:30 PM

• Full-Time: 40 hours per week

• Every Other Weekend

• No On-Call

• Opportunity to expand your technical and leadership responsibilities

• Work in a clinical microbiology setting where your expertise matters

What You'll Be Doing

You'll remain involved in clinical microbiology while helping keep the department running efficiently.

Your responsibilities will include:

• Performing microbiology testing, culture workups, organism identification, and susceptibility testing

• Providing technical guidance and troubleshooting support

• Helping train and support other laboratory professionals

• Assisting with quality assurance, workflow improvements, and method validations

• Supporting accurate, timely results and consistent laboratory procedures

Who We're Looking For

• Bachelor's degree in Medical Laboratory Science, Microbiology, or a related science

• At least 2 years of clinical microbiology experience

• Strong knowledge of bacteriology, cultures, Gram stains, and antimicrobial susceptibility testing

• ASCP certification preferred

• Experience with automated microbiology instrumentation is a plus

• Someone who enjoys problem-solving, mentoring others, and taking initiative

Current MTs, MLSs, Senior Technologists, and Lead Technologists are encouraged to apply!

Your Next Career Move Starts Here

If you enjoy the technical side of microbiology but want a position where you can have more influence on the department, this could be an excellent next step.

Apply today by emailing a resume to marissak@ka-recruiting.com