Laboratory Technician

Company : iProcess Global Research Inc

Country: United States

Location : Irving, Texas

Post: Fri, 30 Sep 2022 14:48:20 GMT

Expires: Fri, 28 Oct 2022 23:59:59 GMT

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ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS, DUTIES, AND RESPONSIBILITIES:
* Perform technical laboratory functions including chemistry, hematology, urinalysis and immunology.
* Report test results following clinic protocols alerting providers and/or nurses about abnormal results.
* Ensure quality control in collecting specimens, ensure appropriate sampling and maintain accurate record keeping.
* Maintain laboratory equipment and supplies. Set up, maintain, calibrate, clean, and test sterility of medical laboratory equipment.
* Experience working with Hood, Centrifuge, RT-PCR and other laboratory equipment
* Comply with all laboratory policies and OSHA regulations related to safety, cleanliness and infection control.
* Perform all other duties as assigned.
* Knowledge of medical laboratory principles, standards, applications and tests.
* Knowledge of medical laboratory safety, cleanliness and infection control policies and regulations.
* Knowledge of medical laboratory equipment uses and maintenance.
* Accuracy – Ability to perform work accurately and thoroughly.
* Communication – Ability to communicate effectively verbally and in writing.
* Computer Skills – Proficient ability to use a computer and electronic medical record.
* Confidentiality – Maintain patient, team member and employer confidentiality. Comply with all HIPAA regulations.
* Detail Oriented – Ability to pay attention to the minute details of a project or task.
* Flexibility – Ability to adapt easily to changing conditions and work responsibilities.

* Receiving, labeling, and safely storing samples to be tested or banked
* Work with project execution team to QC samples and store and ship them to customer locations as per requirements.
* Determining and performing tests needed for analysis and report, which may include FFPE DNA isolation, PBMC processing, NGS sample preparation and testing, RT-PCR, and more
* Recording tests and analyses and then reporting the results
* Discussing and answering any questions regarding the results
* Organizing and storing samples in accordance with all safety and other requirements to ensure the safety of personnel and integrity of the sample
* Cleaning and maintaining lab equipment, including recalibration of equipment
* Maintaining equipment records and daily work logs
* Staying current on technical and scientific advances in your field

KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS AND ABILITIES:

· Bachelor degree in lab science AND two years lab training and experience and two years supervising a CLIA-certified moderate or high complexity lab.

Excellent written and verbal communication skills to express complex ideas to study personnel at research and clinical institutions

· Demonstrated ability to form strong functional relationships

· Ability to handle several processing priorities within multiple, complex trials

· Ability to reason independently and recommend specific solutions in clinical settings

· Ability to work independently

· Knowledge of current GCP/ICH guidelines applicable to the conduct of clinical research

PHYSICAL REQUIREMENTS:

Limited physical effort required to perform normal job duties.

Regular sitting or standing for extended periods of time.

MINIMUM RECRUITMENT STANDARDS:
Biological science degree, and at least 2 years of experience in a research lab, and 2 years supervisory experience in CLIA lab. MLT or ASCP certification. Computer skills including proficiency in use of Microsoft Word, Excel, and a LIMS

Job Type: Full-time

Pay: $60,000.00 – $70,000.00 per year

Schedule:
* 10 hour shift
* 8 hour shift
* Monday to Friday

Education:
* Bachelor’s (Required)

Work Location: One location