Lab Technician I, Early Phase Clinical Research – Dallas, TX

Fortrea • Dallas, TX

4d • Onsite

About The Position

Join one of the world’s largest Clinical Research Organizations and play a key role in advancing new medical treatments. Our Early Phase Unit is seeking a Lab Technician to support healthy volunteer clinical trials and help generate high‑quality data that shapes the future of medicine. This is a full-time, rotating shift and weekends, office-based position in Dallas, TX. A schedule will be given in advance. In this hands-on role, you’ll work directly with study samples and support a wide variety of early‑phase clinical trials. No two days are the same. You’ll collaborate with a skilled clinical team and gain exposure to cutting-edge therapies, first‑in‑human studies, and innovative medical technologies.

Requirements

• At least 1 year of laboratory experience.
• Ability to work rotating shifts, weekends, and in a fast‑paced, highly regulated environment.
• Strong teamwork, adaptability, and attention to detail.
• Comfort working with biological specimens and using PPE as required.
• Ability to work in an upright and /or stationary position for 6-8 hours per day.
• Repetitive hand movement of both hands with the ability to make fast, simple, repeated movements of the fingers, hands, and wrists to operate lab equipment.
• Occasional crouching, stooping, with frequent bending and twisting of upper body and neck.
• Ability to access and use a variety of computer software developed both in-house and off-the-shelf.
• Light to moderate lifting and carrying (or otherwise moves) objects including luggage and laptop computer with a maximum lift of 15-20 lbs.
• Regular and consistent attendance.
• Varied hours may be required.

Responsibilities

• High volume collecting, handling, processing, and shipping specimens (including PK samples)
• Operating and maintaining lab equipment and ensuring a clean, safe work environment
• Troubleshooting sample or equipment issues
• Managing reagent and supply inventories
• Safely handling hazardous materials
• Supporting daily lab workflows and participating in quality improvement initiatives

Benefits

• Medical
• Dental
• Vision
• Life
• STD/LTD (multiple insurance carriers)
• 401(K)
• Paid time off (PTO)
• Employee recognition awards
• Multiple ERG’s (employee resource groups)

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Entry Level
• Education Level: No Education Listed