Research Technician I Biospecimen Repository - Atrium Health

American Addiction Centers • Mint Hill, NC

1d • $22 - $33 • Hybrid

About The Position

The Research Technician I will conduct technical laboratory procedures and animal research anesthesia, surgery, and postoperative care. This role involves recording experimental observations, assisting in the monitoring of research laboratory inventory and equipment, and maintaining the storage of research data. The technician will also help organize and coordinate daily and weekly schedules of procedures, operate necessary equipment, and assist in maintaining the physical environment. Additionally, they will perform surgical procedures, data collection, and storage for GLP research studies, prepare chemical solutions, and search library files for relevant articles. The position also supports physicians and medical staff during human clinical investigations.

Requirements

• High School Diploma or GED required.
• Bachelor's of Science Degree required or its equivalent in experience.
• 1 year experience in research and rehabilitation, hospital or therapy required.

Nice To Haves

• Nursing assistant experience preferred.

Responsibilities

• Conducts technical laboratory procedures and animal research anesthesia, surgery, and postoperative care.
• Records experimental observations.
• Assists in the monitoring of research laboratory inventory and equipment and taking appropriate actions.
• Assist in maintaining the storage of research data.
• Assists in organizing and coordinating of the daily and weekly schedule of procedures to be performed.
• Operates all equipment and devices necessary for the performance of research procedures.
• Assists in the maintenance of the physical environment.
• Performs all necessary surgical procedures, data collection and storage for all GLP (Good Laboratory Practices) research studies.
• Prepares chemical solutions as required for research projects.
• Searches library files for articles and abstracts dealing with various projects.
• Supports physicians and medical staff during human clinical investigations in cardiac catheterization laboratory and operating rooms.

Benefits

• Paid Time Off programs
• medical, dental, vision, life, and Short- and Long-Term Disability
• Flexible Spending Accounts for eligible health care and dependent care expenses
• adoption assistance
• paid parental leave
• Defined contribution retirement plans with employer match and other financial wellness programs
• Educational Assistance Program

What This Job Offers

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