Clinical Research Unit Lab Specialist

University of Wisconsin Hospitals and Clinics Authority•Madison, WI

1d•Onsite

About The Position

Work Schedule : Full-time, 100% FTE, day shift. Monday – Friday between the hours of 7:30am – 4:00pm, no weekends or holidays required. Hours may vary based on the operational needs of the department. Be part of something remarkable Bring your lab experience to our remarkable clinical research team. The Clinical Research Unit (CRU) is a dedicated research facility that conducts high quality clinical research that includes a sample processing laboratory. We are seeking a Clinical Research Unit Lab Specialist to: Perform basic to moderately complex lab set-up and sample processing according to established protocols and procedures. Verify provider orders are entered for all research samples and UW Health labs required for upcoming CRU study visits. Receive research specimens and carefully check label and applicable paperwork for accuracy and completeness. Identify research kits needed for upcoming CRU visits and coordinate communication to study teams with CRU charge nurse. Create and maintain use of the CRU sample log on a daily basis, noting expected number of samples, samples obtained, stored, and tracking sample pick-up.

Requirements

Some post-secondary education in a healthcare or a related science field that may include course work in Medical Laboratory Technician, Cytotechnologist, Histotechnician or Medical Laboratory Scientist degree/certification
6 months Experience in lab or healthcare

Nice To Haves

High school diploma or equivalent.
1 year Healthcare or lab related work experience
Experience with sample collection and sample processing
Experience with quality assurance and good laboratory practices
Medical Laboratory Technician (MLT) or equivalent

Responsibilities

Perform basic to moderately complex lab set-up and sample processing according to established protocols and procedures.
Verify provider orders are entered for all research samples and UW Health labs required for upcoming CRU study visits.
Receive research specimens and carefully check label and applicable paperwork for accuracy and completeness.
Identify research kits needed for upcoming CRU visits and coordinate communication to study teams with CRU charge nurse.
Create and maintain use of the CRU sample log on a daily basis, noting expected number of samples, samples obtained, stored, and tracking sample pick-up.