Laboratory Coordinator, Department of Pathology and Lab Medicine

The University of Arizona•Tucson, AZ

22h•Onsite

About The Position

The Department of Pathology and Laboratory Medicine at the University of Arizona College of Medicine – Tucson seeks a Laboratory Coordinator to support biobanking activities for a regional biorepository as part of a large consortium. The position performs work under a supervisor’s direction and guidance, contributing to biobanking and translational development of lymphoma biomarkers. The coordinator applies pathology and laboratory techniques, supports procedures and equipment, maintains biobank inventory and records, communicates updates, and helps troubleshoot moderately complex problems. A strong culture of safety, attention to detail, and clear communication across faculty, staff, and administration are important.

Requirements

Bachelor’s degree in a biology or life science field and one year of wet laboratory experience, or an equivalent combination of education and experience.
Basic skills and knowledge of pathology techniques and related equipment; examples listed include nucleic acid isolation, PCR, gene expression profiling, cell culture, immunohistochemistry, and microscopy.
Exceptional attention to detail.
Ability to communicate clearly across multiple levels, including faculty, staff, and administration.
Ability to contribute to SOPs and provide insight for troubleshooting moderately complex problems.

Responsibilities

Assist with and coordinate biobanking activities, including sample logistics, processing, shipping, and storage.
Provide regular written or oral status updates.
Monitor equipment to ensure specimen and reagent stability, and ensure documentation is complete and organized.
Contribute to the development and performance of molecular and pathology-related techniques, such as embedding, sectioning, immunohistochemistry, cell culture, and PCR.
Maintain detailed records for quality control of biobanked inventory and keep organized laboratory records.
Work with the supervisor and other laboratory staff to design, develop, adapt, and apply technical procedures, equipment, and SOPs related to biobanking and translational development of lymphoma biomarkers.
Perform and record routine maintenance and calibration of sophisticated scientific equipment.