Lab Technician

Frontage Laboratories•Secaucus, NJ

1d•Onsite

About The Position

The laboratory technician performs a variety of laboratory procedures as required by the study protocol. Laboratory technicians are responsible for assisting the Laboratory Manager, Principal Investigator, Clinical Research Coordinators, and other medical professionals in the preparation and handling of specimens, analyzing results, and maintaining laboratory equipment. Laboratory Technicians ensure accuracy, quality control, and adherence to safety protocols, contributing directly to scientific research, development of new products, or medical diagnostics.

Requirements

Associate or BS in biology, chemistry, or related area, or completion and certification of Lab Technician course from an accredited or allied health training school.
1 year of experience in clinical research laboratory or related medical field.
Proficiency in laboratory techniques and laboratory equipment operation.
Good communication skills.
Excellent organization and planning skills.

Responsibilities

Performs routine laboratory procedures including specimen labeling, collection, processing, and shipping in accordance with established SOPs and/or study protocol under the supervision of the Laboratory Manager, Clinical Research Coordinator, Principal Investigator, and Sub-Investigators.
Operate and maintain laboratory equipment such as centrifuges, pipettes, and refrigerators/freezers.
Develop a strong working knowledge of the study protocols and flow chart of study procedures and implement study procedures in full compliance with protocol requirements.
Maintain accurate and timely documentation in laboratory or study-specific documents, temperature logs, and shipping logs.
Perform environmental monitoring and equipment temperature checks to ensure proper specimen storage conditions.
Assist with inventory management, restocking supplies, and maintaining organized work areas.
Ensure compliance with safety, quality, and regulatory standards (GCP and internal QA procedures).
Support weekend and surge workload coverage as needed based on operational demands.
Assist Laboratory Manager in any task as needed.