Courier - Clinical Research Lab

University of Miami•Miami, FL

2d•Onsite

About The Position

The Clinical Research Laboratory Services Courier delivers documents, packages, messages, research materials, laboratory supplies, and specimens between offices, departments, and research locations. The position supports SCCC locations conducting research, including sponsored industry clinical trials and NCI Network studies, and travels to off-site locations as needed. The Courier helps with quality control of research kits, supply inventory, sample shipping, and timely specimen transport while maintaining required confidentiality and chain-of-custody procedures.

Requirements

High school diploma or equivalent.
Valid State of Florida driver's license.
Minimum of 1 year of relevant experience.
Ability to understand and follow instructions.
Accuracy and attention to detail when completing assignments.
Ability to handle confidential information with discretion.
Ability to operate a motor vehicle.
Effective oral and written communication skills.
Ability to work independently and collaboratively.

Responsibilities

Deliver documents, packages, messages, laboratory supplies, research kits, and specimens to their destinations.
Receive documents, materials, and information requiring delivery.
Maintain confidentiality during and after deliveries.
Plan and follow efficient delivery routes and sort items according to route.
Obtain signatures and maintain records of received and delivered items and recipients.
Remain accessible by telephone, email, or pager.
Support research locations by transporting time-sensitive specimens, pathology samples, and other samples between campus locations and the Miami laboratory.
Transport samples from Kendall and Lennar locations to Miami as needed.
Prepare daily and weekly shipments through the shuttle system to network sites.
Safeguard inventory contents by following proper storage procedures and protocols.
Assist with quality control of research kits and with oversight of the stock item master, including identifying incorrect descriptions and stock numbers.
Maintain specimen chain-of-custody procedures and pick-up and drop-off logs to ensure timely delivery and compliance with requirements.
Support research assistant duties involving kit pick-up and delivery.
Assist with sample-shipping preparation at Miami Main, UHT, and the New Cancer Research Building.
Review received inventory, match requisitions to delivery tickets, and deliver supplies to research laboratories.
Assist with distributing network-site supply requests and handle and prepare dry ice for distribution to network sites.
Distribute shipper boxes for laboratory shipments and pick up and drop off kits for add-ons and appointments made with less than 24 hours' notice.
Prepare and transport laboratory samples in the required format for official transport of biological samples.
Assist with scheduling and arranging pickups with FedEx, UPS, and other carriers used by sponsors.
Assist the Senior Manager of Business Operations with other projects as needed.
Follow University and unit-level policies and procedures and safeguard University assets.