Research Laboratory Technician

IQVIA•San Antonio, TX

5d•$41,400 - $86,100•Onsite

About The Position

This role involves supporting clinical trials by processing various biological samples, maintaining laboratory equipment and environment, managing inventory, and performing administrative tasks. The technician will be responsible for accurately recording data, ensuring sample integrity, and preparing materials for upcoming clinical activities. The position requires meticulous attention to detail and adherence to protocol guidelines.

Requirements

Lab Assistant training or associate degree in the Sciences or an equivalent combination of education and relevant experience.
Comfortable using Microsoft Word and Excel and databases.

Nice To Haves

IATA Dangerous Goods handling—if not previously certified will train after hire.
Prior lab experience including sample processing and shipping experience.

Responsibilities

Label, receive, and process samples (blood, urine, tissue, stool, etc.) for clinical trials per specific protocol guidelines to include logging samples into and out of the department.
Request and receive tissue samples from outside pathology facilities.
Send tissue blocks to vendor to have slides cut and ship these slides to the study’s lab.
Record all data in specified forms per clinical trial (paper and electronic) with accuracy and responsibility.
Enter data into departmental database.
Recognize discrepancies in the data on the samples and coordinate with the clinical staff to correct.
Organize and store all reagents according to safety instructions.
Maintain equipment and a clean and orderly lab environment.
Restock lab consumables at the end of the day.
Manage inventory of clinical trial supplies and kits as well as departmental supplies.
Perform administrative functions including filing, scanning, copying, and emailing of work documents.
Ship or store samples as per protocol before the end of the shift.
Prepare all collection tubes and aliquots for the next day’s clinic with accuracy and responsibility.
Perform other duties as assigned.