Lab Services Senior Coordinator, Clinical Trials Processing Lab

The Ohio State University • Columbus, OH

3d • Onsite

About The Position

The Lab Services Senior Coordinator will support all activities of the Clinical Trials Processing Lab (CTPL) by functioning as an integral part of a team in a multi-disciplinary lab. This role provides strategic oversight and support to investigators across OSUWMC and outside of The Ohio State University. The position leads a team of clinical lab technologists at a multi-staff location and oversees CTPL operations and workflows, including sample processing, storage, and shipping in compliance with all applicable regulations and institutional policies.

Requirements

• Bachelor’s Degree in Biological Sciences, Health related Sciences or equivalent combination of education and experience.
• 2 years of relevant experience required.
• Good working knowledge of laboratory principles, equipment and safety standards required
• Must be able to effectively communicate face to face and in writing with clinical staff and outside collaborators
• Data collection and data entry experience required
• Knowledge of Microsoft Office products including Outlook and Excel required.

Nice To Haves

• Experience processing tissue, blood, urine, saliva, and bone marrow samples, handling bio-hazardous materials and aseptic techniques preferred
• Knowledge of tissue procurement techniques and anatomic pathology desired
• Knowledge of medical terminology preferred
• Demonstrates the initiative and ability to provide useful feedback in a professional manner

Responsibilities

• Leads team of clinical lab technologists at a multi-staff location
• Oversees and manages, under the guidance of the Lab Manager, CTPL operations and workflows, including sample processing, storage and shipping in compliance with all applicable regulations and institutional policies
• Constructs sample libraries of many sample types including, but not limited to, blood, bone marrow, plasma, serum, urine, saliva and paraffin embedded tissue
• Receives, processes and distributes specimens, including time-sensitive patient samples for pharmacokinetic, pharmacodynamics and other correlative studies
• Manages sample and kit inventory via electronic database
• Completes laboratory test requisition forms and maintain samples records for audit purposes
• Oversees compliance with all safety standards and uses prescribed laboratory methods, instruments and automated equipment
• Trains staff on proper use of manual and automated equipment and maintains instrument maintenance records
• Reviews, prioritizes and assists in the design and implementation of new lab policies as needed
• Communicates with outside reference labs regarding patient testing, handle inquiries and resolve any testing and/or specimen collection issues
• Leads collaborations with clinical research and hospital staff as necessary, ensuring seamless integration with clinical operations
• Directs quality control and assurance activities, audits and FDA inspections
• Ensures compliance with FDA, IRB and applicable regulations as well as internal clinical research SOPs, policies and procedures
• Maintains all GCP, IATA, EHS and sponsor-required training and certifications
• Oversees onboarding and training of new technologists, research assistants and student assistants
• Serves as CTPL technical expert, provides guidance on complex projects, helps to develop and implement new processes

Benefits

• Medical, dental and vision coverage, with Ohio State paying a significant portion of the cost.
• Paid time off, including sick and vacation time and 11 holidays.
• State retirement plan or an alternative retirement plan, both with generous employer contributions.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Senior