Department: Consulting
Engagement Type: Independent Contractor (1099)
Work Location: Remote and on-site at client locations, nationwide
Compensation: Project-based or hourly, depending on the engagement
Lighthouse Lab Services is seeking an experienced Microbiology Technical Consultant to provide specialized consulting services for clinical laboratory projects. This opportunity is ideal for an experienced laboratory professional with expertise in microbiology instrumentation, method validation, and laboratory implementation.
The current need includes supporting microbiology validation projects. Additional services may include on-site technical support and training, remote data analysis and review, validation documentation, and consulting related to laboratory preparation, instrumentation, equipment, and supplies.
This is an independent contractor (1099) consulting opportunity, not an employee position. Work is offered based on client needs and project requirements. There is no guarantee of hours, assignments, minimum workload, or future projects.
Master's degree required; Ph.D. preferred.
At least five years of laboratory experience specific to microbiology validations.
Demonstrated technical knowledge of clinical microbiology laboratory processes and validation requirements.
Ability to analyze and review validation data and prepare clear, accurate technical documentation.
Ability to provide specialized technical consulting services independently.
Availability to provide remote and/or on-site support, depending on project requirements.
Hands-on experience with microbiology instrumentation, such as:
VITEK
BD Phoenix
MALDI-TOF
Experience supporting laboratory implementation, validation, or readiness projects.
Knowledge of CAP requirements applicable to microbiology validations.
Experience providing technical training or consulting to clinical laboratories.
Lighthouse Lab Services | 800-838-0602 | lighthouselabservices.com
Skills Required
- Master's degree
- Ph.D.
- At least five years of laboratory experience specific to microbiology validations
- Technical knowledge of clinical microbiology laboratory processes and validation requirements
- Ability to analyze and review validation data and prepare technical documentation
- Ability to provide specialized technical consulting services independently
- Availability to provide remote and/or on-site support
- Hands-on experience with VITEK, BD Phoenix, or MALDI-TOF microbiology instrumentation
- Experience supporting laboratory implementation, validation, or readiness projects
- Knowledge of CAP requirements applicable to microbiology validations
- Experience providing technical training or consulting to clinical laboratories
What We Do
As the nation’s leading end-to-end, full-service medical laboratory consulting and recruiting firm, Lighthouse Lab Services is committed to making quality lab testing more accessible. From setting up CLIA labs and making sure they pass inspection to ensuring those labs are fully staffed and supplied, we offer laboratories a way to accelerate their success. Our team of 270+ professionals has the expertise to help our clients’ labs operate smoothly so they can continue supporting their communities. Our desire to help support communities goes beyond the medical lab industry, however. Philanthropy is built into our brand. As a “Give Back” company, we have pledged to donate $50,000 of our profit annually to non-profits like Water for Good, and we provide our employees with volunteer time to serve in their local communities. Candidates can view open lab jobs here: https://jobs.crelate.com/portal/lighthouselabservices For more information about our services, visit our website below.







