Cardiovascular Surgery Research Tech III - Wake Forest Baptist Medical Center

Advocate Aurora Health; Winston-Salem (NC); On-site; USD 42,000 - 66,000; Full time

Job summary

Wake Forest Baptist Medical Center seeks a detail-oriented cardiovascular research team member to support hands-on laboratory work, data collection, and translational studies in heart tissue and transplant research. This grant-funded position offers exposure to collaborative clinical and molecular research with mentorship from leading investigators.

You will collaborate with physicians, scientists, and mentors, perform complex tests, prepare reports, and contribute to advancing patient outcomes

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in biological or physical sciences with two years of related clinical/research experience (or equivalent).
• Master's degree in biology or related physical science preferred.
• Ability to listen and communicate effectively.
• Knowledge of medical terminology to interact with medical staff regarding laboratory procedures and results.
• Knowledge of medical equipment and instruments.
• Knowledge of common safety hazards and universal precautions to establish a safe work environment.

Responsibilities

• Consults with principal investigator and assists in the development of plans for research experiments and data collection procedures.
• Modifies existing laboratory procedures and protocols to meet the needs of research projects as required.
• Prepares detailed reports on the results of experiments and discusses the interpretation of results with principal investigator.
• Reviews scientific journals, abstracts and other related literature for information concerning experimental procedures and supplemental support information. Organizes information for use in applicable research projects.
• Conducts complex chemical, physical, and biological tests on experimental materials.
• Performs micro-analysis, tepids analysis, enzyme studies, and chromatographic studies on various types of tissues, secretions, and excretions.
• Monitors the care of research animals; take blood samples, pressures, and other specimens and measurements as required by research protocols; and performs minor animal surgery.
• Supervises, trains, and reviews the work of students and lower-level technicians engaged in clinical/research laboratory work.
• Operates complex specialized laboratory instruments and instructs other personnel in the use and operations of these instruments.
• Maintains inventory of supplies, materials, and equipment as needed for laboratory operations.
• Performs other related duties incidental to the work described herein.

Skills

Listening & communication

Basic computer skills

Medical terminology

Medical equipment & instruments

Safety & universal precautions

Education

Bachelor's degree in biological/physical sciences

Masters degree preferred

Job description

****Grant funded positions****

Join an innovative cardiovascular surgery research team at Wake Forest Baptist Medical Center and play a key role in advancing cutting-edge clinical and molecular science. This position offers hands-on involvement in cardiovascular research, including collaboration with physicians, laboratory work, data collection, and participation in groundbreaking heart tissue and transplant-related studies. Ideal candidates are detail-oriented, highly organized, and passionate about improving patient outcomes through research. This is an excellent opportunity to work alongside leading cardiovascular investigators while building a rewarding career in academic medicine and translational research.

Why Join Us?

• Contribute to impactful cardiovascular research

• Work directly with renowned surgeons, physicians, and scientists

• Gain exposure to clinical, molecular, and translational research

• Strong mentorship, training, and career growth opportunities

• Collaborative, mission-driven team environment

ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS

• Consults with principal investigator and assists in the development of plans for research experiments and data collection procedures.
• Modifies existing laboratory procedures and protocols to meet the needs of research projects as required.
• Prepares detailed reports on the results of experiments and discusses the interpretation of results with principal investigator.
• Reviews scientific journals, abstracts and other related literature for information concerning experimental procedures and supplemental support information. Organizes information for use in applicable research projects.
• Conducts complex chemical, physical, and biological tests on experimental materials.
• Performs micro-analysis, tepids analysis, enzyme studies, and chromatographic studies on various types of tissues, secretions, and excretions.
• Monitors the care of research animals; take blood samples, pressures, and other specimens and measurements as required by research protocols; and performs minor animal surgery.
• Supervises, trains, and reviews the work of students and lower-level technicians engaged in clinical/research laboratory work.
• Operates complex specialized laboratory instruments and instructs other personnel in the use and operations of these instruments.
• Maintains inventory of supplies, materials, and equipment as needed for laboratory operations.
• Performs other related duties incidental to the work described herein.

EDUCATION/EXPERIENCE

• Bachelor's degree in the biological and/or physical sciences with two years of related clinical/research experience; or an equivalent combination of education and experience. Master's degree in biology or related physical science preferred.

LICENSURE, CERTIFICATION, and/or REGISTRATION

N/A

SKILLS/QUALIFICATIONS

• Ability to listen and communicate effectively Basic computer skills Knowledge of medical terminology to interact with medical staff regarding laboratory procedures and results Knowledge of medical equipment and instruments Knowledge of common safety hazards and universal precautions to establish a safe work environment

#WFUSM