Pharmacokinetic (PK) Lab Technician

START Center for Cancer Research • Grand Rapids, MI

16d • Onsite

About The Position

The PK Lab Technician supports the investigation team in adhering to phase 1 research protocols and departmental Standard Operating Procedures. Under general supervision, the role performs laboratory receiving, processing, handling, storage, and shipping procedures, along with equipment maintenance and inventory control within the Pharmacokinetic Department. The position is based in Grand Rapids, Michigan, and is scheduled Monday through Friday from 8 a.m. to 5 p.m., with rotating on-call coverage for after-hours and weekends.

Requirements

• High school diploma.
• General knowledge of medical terminology.
• High attention to detail and strong organizational skills.
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills.
• Ability to work well independently.
• Ability to troubleshoot unplanned situations while meeting established deadlines.
• Proficiency with Microsoft Office and ability to learn new software.
• Ability to maintain punctuality and good attendance, and flexibility to accommodate clinic patient schedules.
• Ability to perform manual tasks requiring fine motor skills.
• Ability to lift 40 pounds.
• Ability to stand and/or sit for prolonged periods and bend and stretch freely.
• Ability to access, input, and retrieve information from a computer.
• Use of a personal vehicle to transport specimens may be required occasionally.

Nice To Haves

• Associate or bachelor's degree in chemical, physical, biological, or clinical laboratory science, or medical technology.
• Laboratory-setting experience and a solid understanding of laboratory techniques and safety protocols.
• Experience in data management.
• Experience in logistics and operations.
• Experience with electronic medical record programs and laboratory information systems.

Responsibilities

• Ensure compliance with applicable federal, state, and local laws and regulations governing biological sample processing, handling, and shipping.
• Receive, process, handle, store, and ship biospecimens according to study specifications.
• Prepare research sample collection supplies according to study specifications.
• Follow company SOPs and GLPs.
• Identify inconsistencies in sample collection data and take corrective action, including promptly contacting the nurse so issues can be corrected before the patient leaves.
• Record data in electronic data systems in compliance with SOPs and GLP.
• Process and ship tissue specimens according to protocol requirements.
• Coordinate with healthcare providers to receive patient tissue and prepare tissue specimens as required by study protocols.
• Perform departmental administrative tasks, including maintaining work tally records, scanning forms, filing, and documenting sample management.
• Complete study forms, including shipping logs and documentation, sample requisition forms, flow sheets, and sample manifests.
• Support study-specific and departmental inventory control and replenish reagents and supplies as needed.
• Replenish laboratory supplies daily.
• Sanitize laboratory equipment on daily, weekly, monthly, and yearly schedules.
• Perform and record daily, weekly, and annual equipment maintenance.
• Participate in on-call rotations for emergency response involving drug and specimen storage and emergency management.

Benefits

• 401(k) retirement savings plan with employer match.
• Eligibility for an annual performance bonus, based on role and company results.
• Generous paid time off and paid holidays.
• Medical, dental, and vision coverage, with optional insurance options.
• Company-paid life and disability insurance.
• Employee Assistance Program providing confidential, no-cost support for employees and their families from day one.
• Flexible FSA and HSA plans.
• Supportive environment that values balance, wellbeing, and flexibility.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Entry Level
• Education Level: High school or GED