Laboratory Research Specialist

University of Maryland•Baltimore, MD

8d•$66,000 - $72,000•Onsite

About The Position

The Center for Vaccine Development and Global Health (CVD) invites applications for a Laboratory Research Specialist to join the Applied Immunology Group. This role supports daily laboratory operations in the sample processing laboratory and ensures efficient specimen handling, data management, and regulatory compliance. A successful candidate will demonstrate a history of working on tasks which are varied and complex along with excellent attention to detail in a laboratory environment.

Requirements

Bachelor's degree in biology, chemistry or field of study related to the research of the laboratory.
Three (3) years of experience including two (2) years in the relevant research specialization.
Knowledge of position requirements.
Knowledge of all applicable requirements, regulations, and laws.
Skill in effective use of applicable technology/systems.
Ability to effectively communicate both verbal and written thoughts, ideas, and facts.
Ability to work cooperatively with others and independently.
Ability to demonstrate, understand, apply, and adhere to the UMB Core Values of Respect and Integrity, Well-being and Sustainability, Equity and Justice, and Innovation and Discovery.

Nice To Haves

2-3 years with specimen processing in a clinical setting.
Experience working in regulated laboratories (i.e., CLIA, CAP, GLP, GMP).
Experience in PBMC isolation and/or mammalian cell culture.
May require training related to occupational safety and health, environmental compliance, shipping of hazardous materials a.d/or ionizing radiation.

Responsibilities

Receive, accession, process, and ship human laboratory specimens in support of clinical studies.
Maintain compliance with Standard Operating Procedures (SOPs), Manual of Protocols (MOPs), federal guidelines/regulations, and laboratory safety standards.
Perform data entry, storage, and retrieval of specimen information in Laboratory Information Management Systems (LIMS).
Maintain organized laboratory documentation and records according to ALCOA+ guidelines.
Contribute to the writing, review, and updating of Standard Operating Procedures (SOPs) and forms.
Prepare laboratory buffers and reagents.
Assist in reagent/supply inventory and ordering.
Support tissue and cell-based laboratory procedures, when applicable.
Collaborate with team members to ensure smooth workflow and timely completion of tasks.
Assist in research project planning by monitoring established project timeline.
Assist with development and recommendation of processing procedures.
Perform routine laboratory maintenance such as maintenance of lab equipment, general housekeeping, etc.
Perform other related duties as assigned.

Benefits

Retirement program (pension or optional retirement plan/ORP)
Generous PAID leave package
Over 4 weeks of vacation accrued each year
15 paid holidays
3 personal leave
Unlimited accrual of sick time
Comprehensive health insurance
Professional learning and development programs
Tuition remission for employees and their dependents at any University System of Maryland school
Flexible work schedules
Teleworking options (if applicable per job)