Clinical Research Unit Lab Specialist

UW Health; Madison (WI); On-site; USD 52,000 - 76,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health and dental insurance

Paid time off

Retirement plans

Parental leave

Job summary

UW Health in Madison, WI seeks a Clinical Research Unit Lab Specialist to support a dedicated clinical research team and processing lab. The role involves preparing lab setups, processing samples, verifying orders, and maintaining CRU logs for study visits.

Join a facility recognized for quality care and patient-focused research. The position offers a day shift, 100% FTE in a collaborative environment with opportunities for professional growth and benefits.

Qualifications

• 6 months Experience in lab or healthcare (Required)
• 1 year Healthcare or lab related work experience (Preferred)
• Experience with sample collection and sample processing (Preferred)
• Experience with quality assurance and good laboratory practices (Preferred)
• No minimum education. Required
• Some post-secondary education in a healthcare or related science field that may include course work in Medical Laboratory Technician, Cytotechnologist, Histotechnician or Medical Laboratory Scientist degree/certification Preferred
• High school diploma or equivalent. Preferred

Responsibilities

• Perform basic to moderately complex lab set-up and sample processing according to established protocols and procedures.
• Verify provider orders are entered for all research samples and UW Health labs required for upcoming CRU study visits.
• Receive research specimens and carefully check label and applicable paperwork for accuracy and completeness.
• Identify research kits needed for upcoming CRU visits and coordinate communication to study teams with CRU charge nurse.
• Create and maintain use of the CRU sample log on a daily basis, noting expected number of samples, samples obtained, stored, and tracking sample pick-up.

Education

Some post-secondary education in healthcare or related science

High school diploma or equivalent (preferred)

MLT or equivalent (preferred)

Job description

Work Schedule

Full-time, 100% FTE, day shift. Monday - Friday between the hours of 7:30am - 4:00pm, no weekends or holidays required. Hours may vary based on the operational needs of the department.

Be part of something remarkable

Bring your lab experience to our remarkable clinical research team. The Clinical Research Unit (CRU) is a dedicated research facility that conducts high quality clinical research that includes a sample processing laboratory.

We are seeking a Clinical Research Unit Lab Specialist to:

• Perform basic to moderately complex lab set-up and sample processing according to established protocols and procedures.
• Verify provider orders are entered for all research samples and UW Health labs required for upcoming CRU study visits.
• Receive research specimens and carefully check label and applicable paperwork for accuracy and completeness.
• Identify research kits needed for upcoming CRU visits and coordinate communication to study teams with CRU charge nurse.
• Create and maintain use of the CRU sample log on a daily basis, noting expected number of samples, samples obtained, stored, and tracking sample pick-up.

At UW Health, you will have

• An excellent benefits package, including health and dental insurance, paid time off, retirement plans, two-week paid parental leave and adoption assistance.
• Options for a variety of schedules and shifts that offer flexibility and allow for work-life balance
• Access to great resources through the UW Health Employee Wellbeing Department that supports your emotional, financial, and physical well-being
• Tuition benefits eligibility - UW Health invests in your professional growth by helping pay for coursework associated with career advancement
• The opportunity to earn a referral bonus for referring friends, former colleagues or others to apply for open, posted positions

Qualifications

• No minimum education. Required
• Some post-secondary education in a healthcare or a related science field that may include course work in Medical Laboratory Technician, Cytotechnologist, Histotechnician or Medical Laboratory Scientist degree/certification Preferred
• High school diploma or equivalent. Preferred

Work Experience

• 6 months Experience in lab or healthcare Required
• 1 year Healthcare or lab related work experience Preferred
• Experience with sample collection and sample processing Preferred
• Experience with quality assurance and good laboratory practices Preferred

Licenses & Certifications

• Medical Laboratory Technician (MLT) or equivalent Preferred

Our Commitment to Social Impact and Belonging

UW Health is committed to fostering a workplace that creates belonging for everyone and is an Equal Employment Opportunity (EEO) employer.

Our respect for people shines through patient care interactions and our daily work practices as we work to embrace the knowledge, unique perspectives and qualities each employee and faculty member brings to work each day.

It is the policy of UW Health to provide equal opportunities to all qualified applicants without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, age, protected veteran or disabled status, or genetic information.

University Hospital in Madison is a Magnet-designated facility that's ranked Wisconsin's #1 hospital and considered one of the nation's leading hospitals, teaching institutions and referral centers.

Eastpark Medical Center - UW Health's state-of-the-art ambulatory facility located across from East Madison Hospital on Eastpark Blvd. transforms the patient experience. It is home to many specialties, including women's complex care, adult cancer care, advanced imaging and laboratory services and innovative clinical trials.

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