Research Lab Tech - (Clinical Research)

CenExel•Anaheim, CA

2d•Onsite

About The Position

The Research Lab Tech supports clinical research studies by carrying out laboratory procedures and sample handling according to study protocols and related manuals. The role assists with laboratory preparation and documentation, prepares collection materials and supplies, obtains and processes samples, monitors laboratory storage temperatures, and maintains accurate sample and inventory records. The position is full-time, 40 hours per week, with a scheduled workday of 7:00 a.m. to 3:30 p.m. Weekend availability is required. The hourly range is $20.00–$21.50, depending on education, experience, and skillset, with a $1.50-per-hour weekend differential after 90 days. CenExel Clinical Research operates clinical research sites conducting Phase I to Phase IV trials across areas including Psychiatry, Acute Post Op Pain, Asian Bridging, Dermatology, GI, and Neurology. Full-time employees are eligible for the company’s benefits package after 30 days of employment.

Requirements

At least 6 months of experience.
High school diploma or GED equivalency.
Ability to communicate effectively verbally and in writing.
Motivation to work consistently in a fast-paced, rapidly changing environment.
Availability to work weekends.
Ability to sit, type, stand, and walk; occasional lifting of up to 20 pounds.
Reliable attendance and ability to report to work as scheduled.

Nice To Haves

Phlebotomy experience.

Responsibilities

Know and follow laboratory procedures and processes in protocols, laboratory manuals, shipping manuals, and related materials.
Assist the laboratory manager with site preparation for study conduct.
Assist in creating laboratory documents, such as harvest logs.
Prepare collection tubes, vials, and study supplies for visits.
Monitor laboratory sample storage temperatures and address temperature excursions.
Maintain harvest logs, chain-of-custody records, laboratory sample manifest or inventory logs, and memos.
Pack and properly label study materials for storage or return to the sponsor at study closeout.
Obtain samples according to protocol and document the process in source documents.
Process samples according to protocol.
Ensure centrifuge settings are appropriate for protocol-specific sample processing.
Conduct regular supply inventories and order supplies as needed to ensure adequate availability for study visits.
Store samples upright in appropriate shipping boxes in the freezer, keeping primary and secondary samples in separate boxes.
Ensure freezer and refrigerator temperatures remain within protocol ranges and maintain the appropriate logs.
Perform other duties and responsibilities as assigned.