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# MTS Scientist

- **Company:** Actalent
- **Location:** Norcross, GA, United States
- **Experience:** Expert
- **Salary:** $52,000.0 - $54,080.0
- **Contract:** Temporary contract
- **Skills:** Microsoft Excel, Data Analysis, Failure Mode Effects Analysis, Minitab, JMP (Statistical Software), Trackwise
- **Published:** May 19, 2026
- **Apply:** https://www.indeed.com/viewjob?jk=838c5fab01ff66f9

## About the Role

* Clinical laboratory testing
 * High throughput automated laboratory equipment
 * Medical laboratory experience
 * 6+ months of experience utilizing automated laboratory equipment
 * Previous experience testing blood samples
 * Previous experience in a laboratory setting (academic or clinical)

Additional Skills & Qualifications

 * Bachelor's degree in clinical science field preferred but not required
 * Experience with automated equipment, high throughput/high volume testing
 * Experience with blood or plasma samples

## Description

As an MTS Scientist, you will provide technical support to manufacturing by conducting laboratory testing and assisting in investigations and qualification projects. Your primary goal will be to perform high-volume automated testing to ensure that raw materials and samples meet established requirements., * Define the scope, execute, and complete investigations or projects with guidance, reaching logical conclusions.

 * Understand the products and scientific techniques being used, and locate relevant information using tools like lot files, Q-pulse, Trackwise, LN, DHF, and risk assessment tools (PFMEA).
 * Utilize statistical software (e.g., MiniTab, JMP, Excel) to compile and analyze data for trends and systemic issues.
 * Apply root cause analysis tools (5 Whys, fishbone, process maps) to develop corrective and preventative actions, process improvements, and reagent development.
 * Complete required documentation with minimal errors suitable for audits and maintain data and test samples in an organized manner.
 * Present investigation scopes, progress, and conclusions clearly through written reports and oral presentations, while developing basic technical writing skills.
 * Work irregular hours as needed to meet project schedules and comply with safety requirements, including OSHA regulations.
 * Minimize NCRs or deviations, participate in investigations, and ensure compliance with current regulatory standards.
 * Escalate issues and non-compliance situations, work effectively in team situations, and maintain accountability and integrity.
 * Set challenging and productive goals, respond positively to change and adversity, and seek new growth opportunities., At Actalent, diversity and inclusion are a bridge towards the equity and success of our people. DE&I is embedded into our culture through:
 * Hiring diverse talent
 * Maintaining an inclusive environment through persistent self-reflection
 * Building a culture of care, engagement, and recognition with clear outcomes
 * Ensuring growth opportunities for our people


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