Clinical Research Specimen Processing Specialist I

Fred Hutchinson Cancer Center•Seattle, WA

7d•Onsite

About The Position

The Clinical Research Specialist I is responsible for supporting the needs of clinical investigators at Fred Hutch as users of the Clinical Research Specimen Processing shared resource (CRSP). The Clinical Research Specialist will support scientific research by handling and processing clinical research specimens in accordance with standard operating procedures while maintaining strict chain of custody. The Specialist will operate and maintain lab instrumentation, record and track specimen data, perform calculations, and prepare charts, graphs and summaries. This is an entry level position within CRSP with substantial room for growth. At Fred Hutchinson Cancer Center, all employees are expected to demonstrate a commitment to our values of collaboration, compassion, determination, excellence, innovation, integrity, and respect.

Requirements

Bachelor’s degree in Biology, Microbiology, Biochemistry, or related field.
2-3 years of work experience in a related field or clinical research processing, in addition to school lab experience is usually necessary.

Nice To Haves

Demonstrated ability to learn and adapt to new protocols and techniques
Ability to learn and operate all specimen processing equipment in accordance with biosafety standards.
Strong communication skills and organizational skills
Ability to work in a collaborative team-oriented environment
Experience with MS Office suite of applications (Outlook, Word, Excel, SharePoint, Teams, One Drive, etc)
Capable of accurate record keeping and data entry.

Responsibilities

Works under the direction of the Supervisor or higher-level laboratory personnel.
Uses limited discretion and judgment in processing clinical research blood and tissue specimens according to SOPs and study-prescribed laboratory manuals.
Support lab supply ordering and maintenance of appropriate levels of supply stocking.
Performs bench work as assigned.
Processing clinical research specimens (e.g., blood tissue, urine, etc.) for fractionation and preservation (e.g., plasma/serum, PBMC, slides, etc).
Shipping processed specimens to central labs and collaborators.
Prepare and maintain laboratory reagents, stocks.
Establish and maintain positive, collaborative working relationships with lab members and resource users in daily CRPL operation and service needs.
Perform basic equipment operation and maintenance or coordinate with senior staff to complete maintenance on equipment and software.
Assist in developing and modifying lab protocols, training materials, and specimen handling guidelines for investigators.
May supervise work-study students, interns and lab aides.
Maintain laboratory records and compile data on experiments and assays.
Other duties as assigned.