Part Time Laboratory Assistant Jobs in Rhode Island

Posting Details
Position Information
Posting Number
CS02303
Job Title
CLINICAL LABORATORY SCIENTIST (24 hours)
Position Number
0123
FTE
FLSA
Pay Rate
$38.81 - $43.46 per hour (Does not include shift differential if applicable)
Salary Range
Pay Grade Level
Grade 327
Position Type
Classified Civil Service Staff
Union
C94/L528 - Council 94/Local 528 (Serv/Maint)
Status
Academic Year, Permanent, Part-time
Restriction or Limitation Reason
End Date of Restriction or Limitation
Department Information
Department
Health Svs.
Contact(s)
Karen G. Healey, MS
Specialist, Talent Acquisition
Human Resource Administration
80 Lower College Road
Contact Phone/Extension
401-874-5267
Contact Email
Karen_Healey@uri.edu
Physical Demands
Campus Location
Kingston
Building(s)
Potter Building
Grant Funded
Extension Contingent on Funding Date
Extension Contingency Notes
Duties and Responsibilities
ILLUSTRATIVE EXAMPLES OF WORK PERFORMED:
To perform a variety of standardized tests and quality control in a clinical laboratory within the field of specialization indicated by the title within the group such as:
GENERAL: Chemistry, serology, transfusion, and microbiology laboratories, or, as required, any combination thereof; or, Public Health Chemistry - the biomonitoring laboratory; or, Public Health Microbiology - the virology, microbiology, or serology laboratory, or, as required, any combination thereof. As it applies to all classes:
To assist in the performance of complex examinations and tests.
To analyze and interpret findings in accordance with established procedures and to present conclusions and recommendations through the submission of analytical reports to superiors.
To perform microbiological and serological tests for the identification, enumeration, and description of bacteria, viruses, or pathological conditions.
To perform biochemical tests and analyses on blood, urine and other body fluids.
To perform routine and special hematological tests and analyses. To prepare and test standardized stains, culture media and reagents.
To maintain and operate various laboratory instruments.
To learn new and improved laboratory methods and procedures.
To participate in maintaining a quality assessment and improvement program.
To perform quality control procedures and identify compliance with standards.
To utilize safety procedures according to established standards.
To assist in evaluations involving quality assessment and improvement programs.
To utilize and maintain a data management system incorporating the latest computer technology. To keep records of tests and analyses and prepare reports as required.
To perform technical review of laboratory data.
To comply with all applicable governmental laws and regulations and institutional policies and procedures.
To participate in the instruction and evaluation of students.
To do related work as required.
Required Qualifications
KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS AND CAPACITIES:
A working knowledge of standard laboratory instruments and equipment and the techniques and procedures concerning their use; a working knowledge of the basic theories, principles, and practices of clinical laboratory science; a working knowledge of the literature and current developments in the field of clinical laboratory science; the ability to exercise judgement in preparing specimens for testing, determining appropriate test procedures, and interpreting test results; the ability to perform clinical laboratory science tests with a high degree of accuracy and precision; the ability to establish and maintain effective working relationships with coworkers; the ability to prepare clear and concise reports; and related capacities and abilities.
EDUCATION AND EXPERIENCE:
Education: Such as may have been gained through: graduation from a college of recognized standing with a Bachelor's Degree in Clinical Laboratory Science, or related science.
SPECIAL REQUIREMENT: Must meet and continually maintain the standards for qualification of personnel who perform clinical laboratory tests as required by RIGL 23-16.2-6.
Preferred Qualifications
Environmental Conditions
This position is not substantially exposed to adverse environmental conditions.
Work Hours
4:00pm TO 8:00 PM - Monday through Friday with Rotating Work every third weekend 12:00pm - 4:30pm
Academic year dates are September - May (36 weeks), does not include two weeks during J Term
Posting Date
08/28/2026
Closing Date
09/08/2026
Special Instructions to Applicants
This position includes a generous benefits package through the State of Rhode Island Benefits.
To learn more about the benefits package please visit: https://web.uri.edu/hr/files/Classified-Benefits-At-A-Glance-1-22.pdf and https://www.exploreemployeebenefits.ri.gov/
Note: This position does not offer the college tuition waiver benefits.
A pre-employment criminal background check is required for the successful applicant and will be paid for by the University.
Quicklink for Posting
https://jobs.uri.edu/postings/17002