Research Specialist- Winship Cancer Institute

Emory University•Atlanta, GA

5d•Onsite

About The Position

The Research Specialist will support the Winship Cancer Tissue and Pathology Shared Resource’s biorepository and clinical trial sample processing operations. The role is part of a multidisciplinary team that provides high-quality biospecimens for basic, clinical, and translational research. The position is primarily based at Winship at Emory Midtown and may occasionally involve sample processing at the Clifton campus. Under general supervision, the Research Specialist performs defined research and laboratory tests and experiments according to protocols and assigned schedules. Duties include accessioning human biospecimens, processing and cryopreserving samples, and preparing or shipping samples to investigators and clinical trial sponsors. The specialist maintains records and databases, may assist with laboratory upkeep, and collaborates with clinical research teams, investigators, laboratory staff, and colleagues in the shared resource. Work may involve potentially hazardous agents and require specific precautions or immunization.

Requirements

Bachelor’s degree in a scientific field, or an equivalent combination of experience, education, and training.
The role description identifies relevant laboratory experience as desirable for the ideal candidate.

Responsibilities

Perform defined research and laboratory tests and experiments according to prescribed protocols and assigned schedules.
Set up experiments as prescribed by a principal investigator.
Accession human solid tissues, blood, urine, and other biospecimens into the specimen tracking database.
Process specimens under aseptic conditions to isolate plasma, serum, PBMCs, and other derivatives, following established SOPs and clinical trial protocols.
Cryopreserve specimens and/or prepare and ship samples to research investigators and clinical trial sponsors.
Maintain laboratory records, files, and logs in laboratory notebooks and computer databases.
Compile data and record study results for publications, grants, and seminar presentations.
Participate in laboratory maintenance, including sterilizing and cleaning equipment, ordering supplies, managing inventory, and preparing media, as needed.
Collaborate and coordinate with clinical research teams, Emory investigators and their laboratory staff, and CTP colleagues.
Take required precautions when working with potentially hazardous agents and/or receive required immunizations.
Perform related responsibilities as required by the principal investigator and additional duties assigned by management.