Research Clinical Laboratory Assistant
About The Position
The Research Clinical Laboratory Assistant supports clinical research and patient care through laboratory testing, quality control, specimen processing, phlebotomy, ECGs, vital signs, and laboratory instrument maintenance and troubleshooting. The role follows laboratory assay instructions, completes and processes laboratory procedures, and ships laboratory specimens. It also assesses clinical-trial laboratory kit supply needs and ensures timely ordering and delivery of trial supplies. The assistant supports Research Coordinators and the Manager with tasks such as filing, collecting data from outside sources, checking and maintaining DDU equipment, and maintaining the laboratory and its supplies. Occasional travel to clinics, educational and research meetings, and training sessions is required. Employment offers are contingent on background and drug screening; new hires must also receive specified vaccinations, including influenza, unless an exemption is approved.
Requirements
- At least two years of medical or clinical work experience in oncology and phlebotomy.
- Proficiency with computer software programs, including Electronic Medical Record (EMR) programs.
- Willingness to travel occasionally to educational and research meetings and training sessions.
- A valid Florida Driver License for travel to clinics.
Nice To Haves
- Experience in a laboratory setting is highly preferred.
- Basic Life Support (CPR) is preferred.
Responsibilities
- Perform laboratory testing and quality control.
- Process specimens and follow laboratory assay instructions.
- Perform phlebotomy, ECGs, and vital signs independently.
- Complete laboratory procedures, process laboratory tests, and ship specimens.
- Maintain and troubleshoot laboratory instruments.
- Assess clinical-trial laboratory kit supply requirements.
- Ensure timely ordering and delivery of trial supplies for research patient care.
- Assist Research Coordinators and the Manager with filing and collecting data from outside sources.
- Check and maintain DDU equipment.
- Maintain the laboratory and its supplies.
- Travel occasionally to clinics, educational and research meetings, and training sessions.
Benefits
- Competitive salaries and comprehensive benefits packages.
- Tuition reimbursement.
- 401-K match.
- Pet insurance.
- Legal insurance.
- Professional opportunities, career advancement, and training.
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What This Job Offers
Job Type
Full-time
Education Level
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