Research Lab Technician Academic Translational Neuroscience

Advocate Health • Winston-Salem, NC

2d • $27 - $40 • Onsite

About The Position

The Research Lab Technician supports NIH-funded studies by processing and managing human biospecimens. The role performs specialized laboratory procedures, maintains specimen integrity and documentation, and supports quality, regulatory compliance, and day-to-day laboratory operations. Work is onsite, Monday through Friday, for 40 hours per week. Candidates may be considered at the Laboratory Technician III or IV level based on education, experience, and demonstrated technical expertise.

Requirements

• Bachelor’s degree in Biology, Chemistry, Medical Laboratory Science, Biotechnology, Health Sciences, or a related field, plus at least two years of relevant laboratory experience, or an equivalent combination of education and experience.

Nice To Haves

• Experience with biospecimen processing, biobanking, cryogenic storage, PBMC isolation, LIMS, and clinical or translational research.

Responsibilities

• Process, preserve, store, track, and ship human biological specimens.
• Perform aliquoting, cell counting, viability testing, PBMC isolation, and cryopreservation.
• Maintain specimen inventory, chain-of-custody records, and laboratory databases.
• Operate and troubleshoot laboratory equipment.
• Support quality control, regulatory compliance, and laboratory workflow improvements.
• Collaborate with investigators, research teams, and laboratory partners.

Benefits

• Paid Time Off programs
• Medical, dental, vision, life, and short- and long-term disability benefits
• Flexible Spending Accounts for eligible health care and dependent care expenses
• Adoption assistance and paid parental leave
• Defined contribution retirement plans with employer match
• Other financial wellness programs
• Educational Assistance Program
• Competitive compensation
• Potential premium pay, incentive pay for select positions, and annual increases based on performance

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Mid Level