Open Rank Research Services Laboratory Sciences Professional (Entry – Senior)

University of Colorado•Aurora, CO

1d•Onsite

About The Position

The Laboratory Support Technologist will be part of a team doing esoteric and niche testing that directly impacts patient care. The successful candidate will help support the work of the laboratory in patient diagnostics and novel drug development. This position is very detail oriented because it involves compliance with CAP and CLIAA regulations, as well as with the FDA GxPs to support novel drug development. Our laboratory specializes in the development and validation of novel biomarkers, translating research discoveries into actionable diagnostic testing. The work will also be used to support immunotoxicology and efficacy testing for new drug development. The candidate will need to be comfortable working in a regulated environment in compliance with CLIAA/CAP as well as the FDA GxPs. While experience with these regulations is not required, attention to detail and willingness to work in a regulated and structured environment is necessary.

Requirements

Entry Level: Bachelor’s degree in biology, molecular biology, chemistry, genetics, or related field.
Intermediate Level: Bachelor’s degree in biology, molecular biology, chemistry, genetics, or related field. One (1) year professional level research experience.
Senior Level: Bachelor’s degree in biology, molecular biology, chemistry, genetics, or related field. Two (2) year professional level research experience.
A combination of education and related technical/military/paraprofessional experience may be substituted for a bachelor’s degree on a year for year basis.
Applicants must meet minimum qualifications at the time of hire.
Advanced knowledge of laboratory techniques including safety procedures and techniques.
Ability to communicate effectively, both in writing and orally.
Ability to establish and maintain effective working relationships with employees at all levels throughout the institution.
Outstanding customer service skills.
Knowledge of basic human anatomy, physiology medical terminology.
Ability to interpret and master complex research protocol information.
Self-motivated with a strong commitment to producing high quality work.
Highly detail-oriented and organized, with the ability to manage documentation, specimens, and workflows accurately.
Commitment to advancing patient care and drug development.
Ability to perform work professionally, keeping in mind that our work impacts people’s health.
Self-motivated and omitted to advancing patient care and drug development.
Ability to follow assigned timelines without external reminders.
Ability to manage time appropriately. This includes proper use of the computer systems, personal electronics and other potential distractions, as well as using time efficiently to optimize productivity.
Applicants must be legally authorized to work in the United States without requiring sponsorship. We are unable to provide work visa sponsorship or employment authorization for this position now or in the future.

Nice To Haves

Master’s degree in biology, molecular biology, chemistry, genetics or related field
Three (3) years of experience in an experimental or wet laboratory
Experience working under FDA GxP regulations including 21 CFR Part 58, and Part 11.
Experience working in a CAP/CLIAA diagnostic immunology laboratory.

Responsibilities

Receive, verify, and reconcile specimens from patients and clients in accordance with laboratory procedures.
Maintain accurate specimen labeling and chain‑of‑custody tracking.
Work with the project manager, data management, and laboratory director to identify, document, and resolve shipment discrepancies.
Maintain accurate freezer inventory and specimen library, ensuring proper labeling, tracking, and storage.
Manage and maintain accurate laboratory study and patient paperwork and files, ensuring completeness and proper documentation.
Receive and track laboratory supplies.
Act as back-up archivist for regulated work.
Manage specimen dispositions for disposing or returning study samples.
Work as part of an interdependent team to produce high quality and timely data.