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Duncan Malone

Sacramento

Summary

Detail-oriented Laboratory Scientist with over 6 years of high-complexity experience in chemistry, hematology, coagulation, blood bank, microbiology, immunology, and urinalysis. Skilled in CLIA/CAP-regulated environments, with expertise in instrumentation troubleshooting and quality systems. Familiar with Cerner LIS and hospital laboratory workflows.

Overview

7
7
years of professional experience
2
2
Certifications

Work History

Clinical Laboratory Scientist Trainee

Dignity Health-Affiliated Hospital
02.2025 - 02.2026
  • Performed moderate- and high-complexity testing across all core laboratory departments
  • Performed antibody screens and compatibility testing, preparing components to support safe blood transfusions
  • Conducted QC review and calibration verification to ensure accuracy and reliability of test results
  • Utilized Cerner LIS for efficient order verification and result validation, enhancing documentation accuracy
  • Maintained compliance with CLIA, CAP, and hospital regulatory standards

Lead Laboratory Scientist

2 River Labs
Sacramento
12.2018 - 01.2025
  • Led calibration, validation, and maintenance of laboratory instruments to ensure compliance and reliability
  • Developed and validated analytical methods in accordance with CDPH standards
  • Performed high-complexity analytical testing (HPLC-DAD, GC-MS, ICP-MS, GC-FID)
  • Investigated out-of-range results, identifying root causes and implementing corrective actions to enhance data accuracy
  • Streamlined laboratory workflow and reduced turnaround times through process optimization

Education

Clinical Laboratory Scientist Training Program -

San José State University
San Jose
02.2026

Bachelor of Science -

University of California, Santa Cruz
Santa Cruz, CA
01.2018

Skills

  • Clinical Chemistry (automated analyzers)
  • Hematology & Coagulation
  • Transfusion Services (ABO/Rh, antibody screens, crossmatch)
  • Microbiology (culture workup, Gram stains)
  • Immunology/Serology
  • Quality Control & Calibration
  • Instrument Maintenance & Troubleshooting
  • CLIA/CAP Compliance
  • Cerner LIS
  • Team collaboration
  • Effective communication

Degree

Bachelor of Science — University of California, Santa Cruz (2018)

Certification

California Clinical Laboratory Scientist (CLS) License — Expected March 2026

Timeline

Clinical Laboratory Scientist Trainee

Dignity Health-Affiliated Hospital
02.2025 - 02.2026

Lead Laboratory Scientist

2 River Labs
12.2018 - 01.2025

Clinical Laboratory Scientist Training Program -

San José State University

Bachelor of Science -

University of California, Santa Cruz
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