Clinical Research Lab Assistant — Phlebotomy Specialist

Salma Mazhar MD PA; Mesquite (TX); On-site; USD 42,000 - 52,000; Full time

Job summary

SMS Clinical Research in Mesquite, TX seeks a detail-oriented Research Assistant for its clinical research laboratory. The role emphasizes phlebotomy across all ages and hands-on lab operations, including specimen processing and shipping.

Key duties include phlebotomy, processing specimens, and ensuring regulatory compliance within GCP/HIPAA guidelines. The position requires meticulous documentation and organization in a fast-paced clinical setting.

Qualifications

• Hands-on phlebotomy across all age groups, including infants.
• Strong venipuncture techniques and pediatric blood collection.
• Experience with specimen processing, centrifugation, aliquoting, and sample prep.
• Ability to read, interpret, and follow clinical trial laboratory manuals.
• Knowledge of specimen stability, temperature requirements, processing windows, and shipping.
• Excellent attention to detail and organizational skills.
• Ability to work independently and manage multiple study-specific requirements.

Responsibilities

• Perform venipuncture and blood collection on patients of all ages, including infants, newborns, pediatric patients, and adults.
• Process, centrifuge, aliquot, label, store, and prepare specimens for shipment according to study requirements.
• Read, understand, and follow study-specific laboratory manuals and specimen handling instructions.
• Ensure proper specimen collection, processing times, storage temperatures, and shipping requirements.
• Prepare and package laboratory specimens for local and central laboratory shipments.
• Maintain accurate laboratory documentation, logs, temperature records, and specimen tracking.
• Monitor laboratory supplies, inventory, and equipment.
• Maintain compliance with GCP, SOPs, HIPAA, and clinical trial protocols.
• Maintain a clean, organized, and inspection-ready laboratory.

Skills

Phlebotomy

Venipuncture

Laboratory procedures

Detail orientation

Independent work

Tools

Centrifuge

Job description

SMS Clinical Research in Mesquite, TX seeks a detail-oriented Research Assistant for its clinical research laboratory. The role emphasizes phlebotomy across all ages and hands-on lab operations, including specimen processing and shipping.

Key duties include phlebotomy, processing specimens, and ensuring regulatory compliance within GCP/HIPAA guidelines. The position requires meticulous documentation and organization in a fast-paced clinical setting.