Research Technologist- Biobank

Mayo Clinic • Rochester, MN

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About The Position

Sets up and performs routine and established lab procedures in support of lab goals, grant commitments, i.e. assays, cell/tissue culture, animal studies, etc. Monitors results, reports unusual outcomes and suggests modifications. Collects, enters and summarizes data. Assists in the maintenance of lab equipment and supplies. Performs basic statistical data analysis; prepares tables/charts/graphs and assists in organizing data. Presents at research laboratory meetings and contributes to writing of manuscripts. Works under supervision and may perform some assignments independently as discussed and approved by Principal Investigator. The Hematology Research Unit Laboratory is seeking a Research Technologist to join our team. Our group is responsible for processing blood and bone marrow specimens for multiple clinical trials and general biobanking protocols, and is expanding into extraction services. The preferred candidate will have strong attention to detail and be able to work in a sometimes fast-paced environment. Responsibilities: Processes mainly blood and bone marrow samples from generous study participants in a sterile environment according to established Standard Operating Procedures Properly prepares derivatives for immediate distribution and appropriate long term storage Meticulously collects and enters data for each submission into tracking database Communicates consistently with the team to assess the changing priorities as samples arrive for processing May pull samples from long term storage upon the request of Investigators May perform some assignments independently based on the needs of the lab

Requirements

• Requires bachelor's degree in biology, chemistry, other relevant science, or an associates degree with 6 years of relevant laboratory experience.
• Must exhibit a solid understanding of lab techniques, equipment, and safety.
• Must have the ability to organize and carry out laboratory techniques independently and in a team setting.
• Experience with basic data analysis is required.
• This position requires demonstrated writing skills.
• Be able to lift 30 pounds
• Frequent standing

Nice To Haves

• An understanding of basic lab techniques, equipment, and safety
• The ability to organize and carry out laboratory techniques independently and in a team setting
• The preferred candidate would have experience with sterile techniques, although we are willing to train
• Excellent communication skills
• Data entry

Responsibilities

• Processes mainly blood and bone marrow samples from generous study participants in a sterile environment according to established Standard Operating Procedures
• Properly prepares derivatives for immediate distribution and appropriate long term storage
• Meticulously collects and enters data for each submission into tracking database
• Communicates consistently with the team to assess the changing priorities as samples arrive for processing
• May pull samples from long term storage upon the request of Investigators
• May perform some assignments independently based on the needs of the lab

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Entry Level
• Number of Employees: 5,001-10,000 employees