Clinical Research Technologist II- Biobank

Nemours Children's Health; Wilmington (DE); On-site; USD 65,000 - 90,000; Full time

Job summary

Nemours Children's Health is seeking a full-time Clinical Research Technologist II to join the Biobank and Molecular Analysis Program. The role processes specimens, enters data, ships samples, and supports protocol development under supervision of the Biobank Laboratory Manager.

Requires a Bachelor’s or MT with experience and 3+ years in related lab work. The position emphasizes safety, CAP guidelines, and mentoring new technologists in a collaborative clinical research setting.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree or MT with equivalent experience required.
• 3 years or more of job related experience required.

Responsibilities

• Process a variety of biological specimens (blood, tissue, etc.) and record in databases.
• Perform plasma/serum processing, mononuclear cell extraction and tissue culture as needed.
• Accession and data entry for specimens; manage shipments for clinical trials.
• Maintain safety, SOPs, and assist in SOP writing and protocol development.
• Train new staff and monitor equipment and supplies.

Skills

Specimen processing

Data entry

Laboratory safety

Mentoring others

Education

Bachelor’s degree or MT with equivalent experience

Job description

Job Description

The Biobank and Molecular Analysis Program (BMAP) at Nemours Children’s Health is seeking a full-time Clinical Research Technologist II The Clinical Research Technologist II serves as a bench technologist performing primary specimen processing in the Biobank CAP accredited program. This individual will work under the supervision of the Biobank Laboratory Manager and perform assignments independently as discussed and approved by senior lab staff. This individual will conduct routine specimen processing and shipping for both internally and externally funded projects of interest to the laboratory, including plasma/serum processing, mononuclear cell extraction, tissue culture, specimen data entry, and accessioning. Additional responsibilities include processing and shipping of clinical trial specimens. Maintains both handwritten and computerized records of work performed. Assists in implementation of new laboratory protocols and processes, maintenance of lab equipment, and monitors supplies. Performs more advanced safety functions in the lab, including testing of equipment. Performs advanced data entry. Participates in laboratory meetings.

Essential Functions

• Responsible for processing various biological specimens (blood and body fluid, tissue, bone marrow, etc.) and utilizing databases for specimen tracking and storage, following laboratory protocols and SOP’s.
• Maintains the laboratory environment, demonstrates safe use and operation of equipment, and functions at a level consistent with CAP guidelines.
• Function independently as assigned and assists in resolving issues in coordination with senior lab staff/PI.
• Participate in rotational temperature dependent storage units monitoring
• Leads and participates in developing and reviewing protocols and processes and SOP writing.
• Communicate effectively with physicians and hospital staff.
• Trains and mentors new lab clinical technologists.
• Understands and is knowledgeable of Nemours safety policies, procedures and performs basic safety functions.
• Engage in and actively follows the five Nemours Associate Core Competencies – Cultural Stewardship; Relationship Management; Commitment to Improvement and Quality; Effective Communication and Champions Change.
• Complete annual Nemours mandatory training as assigned.

Requirements

• Bachelor’s degree or MT with equivalent experience required
• 3 years or more of job related experience required

About Us

Nemours Children's Health is an internationally recognized pediatric health system serving more than 1.7 million patient encounters each year. We deliver care across six states through two freestanding children’s hospitals - Nemours Children's Hospital, Delaware and Nemours Children's Hospital, Florida - along with a network of more than 80 primary, urgent, and specialty care practices and more than 40 hospital partnerships. Backed by the Nemours Foundation and Alfred I. duPont Trust, our $1.7B nonprofit system is dedicated to improving children's health through clinical care, research, education, advocacy, and prevention. Our Whole Child Health approach focuses equally on prevention and treatment, partnering with communities to help every child thrive. Inclusion and belonging guide our strategy and growth. We are committed to culturally relevant care, reducing health disparities, and fostering an environment where every associate, patient, and family feels supported and valued. Learn more at Nemours.org .