Core Facility Technologist II - 117066

The Johns Hopkins University; Baltimore (MD); On-site; USD 60,000 - 80,000; Full time

Job summary

Join a prestigious institution as a Core Facilities Technologist II, where you will play a vital role in supporting oncology research. This position involves preparing and delivering specimen collection kits, maintaining inventory, and ensuring compliance with safety guidelines. You will have the opportunity to train new staff and contribute to critical research efforts. If you are detail-oriented and passionate about laboratory work, this role offers a fulfilling career path within a collaborative environment dedicated to advancing healthcare. Make a difference in the lives of patients by supporting innovative research at one of the leading universities in the country.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Biology or related field required.
• 1 year of laboratory or clinical research experience preferred.

Responsibilities

• Prepare and deliver specimen collection kits for oncology clinics.
• Maintain inventory and prepare monthly billing reports.

Skills

Laboratory Techniques

Clinical Research

Communication Skills

Attention to Detail

Education

Bachelor's Degree in Biology

High School Diploma/GED

AA Degree with Science Coursework

Tools

Electronic Inventory System

Job description

We are seeking a Core Facilities Technologist II who will be responsible for performing core facility tasks including preparing kits; delivering prepared kits to the outpatient oncology clinics, the Central Processing Core (CPC) and other locations on campus; ordering supplies; receiving shipments and preparing monthly billing reports.

Specific Duties & Responsibilities

• Independently prepares study/visit-specific specimen collection kits including complex visits or kit substitutions and completes requisition forms for subject visits based on core facility procedures and study-specific instructions (SCI).
• Understands and uses the electronic inventory/barcode system to record prepared or destroyed study-specific kits and supplies and enter received kits and supplies.
• Receives, organizes and maintains the kit and supplies inventories, including breaking down expired kits, sorting recycled supplies and ordering local supplies.
• Transports kits to outpatient oncology clinics, Central Processing Core and other locations on campus.
• Picks up kits or materials from other departments on campus for transport to the Central Kit facility.
• Trains new staff members on core facility workflows and kit preparation.
• Perform competency on select study kit build procedures and review kits prepared by other CKS staff.
• Track itemized service activities to prepare monthly billing reports to ensure study teams are charged appropriately.
• Understands the role of senior team members and Management, accepts constructive guidance.
• Other duties as assigned by the CKS Operations Director.
• Required to work on a rotating shift as assigned by management.

Scope of Responsibility

• Knows the informal policies, procedures and practices necessary to conduct the normal function of a specific section, unit, or work area.
• Ensures compliance with environmental health and safety guidelines.
• Is aware of the role of the position and its potential impact on the working unit.

Minimum Qualifications

• Bachelor's Degree in Biology, Chemistry or related field.
• Minimum of 1 year laboratory and/or clinical research experience performing relevant techniques.
• High School Diploma/GED or AA degree with some science coursework and laboratory experience performing relevant techniques may substitute for education to the extent permitted by the JHU equivalency formula. Certificate from technical institute or internship experience preferred.

Preferred Qualifications

• Good oral and written communication skills.
• Extremely attentive to detail; able to discriminate between multiple similar tubes/vials.
• Legible handwriting, including the ability to write neatly on small labels.
• Able to read small print on tube/vial labels.

Classified Title: Core Facility Technologist II
Job Posting Title (Working Title): Core Facility Technologist II
Role/Level/Range: ACRO40/E/02/CD
Starting Salary Range: $17.20 - $30.30 HRLY ($23.50/hour targeted; Commensurate w/exp.)
Employee group: Full Time
Schedule: M-F between 7AM-7:30PM
Exempt Status: Non-Exempt
Location: School of Medicine Campus
Department name: SOM Onc Oncology Center Support Services
Personnel area: School of Medicine

Total Rewards
The referenced base salary range represents the low and high end of Johns Hopkins University’s salary range for this position. Not all candidates will be eligible for the upper end of the salary range. Exact salary will ultimately depend on multiple factors, which may include the successful candidate's geographic location, skills, work experience, market conditions, education/training and other qualifications. Johns Hopkins offers a total rewards package that supports our employees' health, life, career and retirement. More information can be found here: https://hr.jhu.edu/benefits-worklife/.

Education and Experience Equivalency
Please refer to the job description above to see which forms of equivalency are permitted for this position. If permitted, equivalencies will follow these guidelines: JHU Equivalency Formula: 30 undergraduate degree credits (semester hours) or 18 graduate degree credits may substitute for one year of experience. Additional related experience may substitute for required education on the same basis. For jobs where equivalency is permitted, up to two years of non-related college course work may be applied towards the total minimum education/experience required for the respective job.

Applicants Completing Studies
Applicants who do not meet the posted requirements but are completing their final academic semester/quarter will be considered eligible for employment and may be asked to provide additional information confirming their academic completion date.

Background Checks
The successful candidate(s) for this position will be subject to a pre-employment background check. Johns Hopkins is committed to hiring individuals with a justice-involved background, consistent with applicable policies and current practice. A prior criminal history does not automatically preclude candidates from employment at Johns Hopkins University. In accordance with applicable law, the university will review, on an individual basis, the date of a candidate's conviction, the nature of the conviction and how the conviction relates to an essential job-related qualification or function.

Diversity and Inclusion
The Johns Hopkins University values diversity, equity and inclusion and advances these through our key strategic framework, the JHU Roadmap on Diversity and Inclusion.

Equal Opportunity Employer
All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, or status as a protected veteran.

Accommodation Information
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