DCRU Laboratory Research Specialist

Mobile

Cleveland (OH)

On-site

USD 25,000 - 30,000

Part time

9 days ago

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Job summary

Clinical Research Center UHC in Cleveland, Ohio seeks a DCRU Laboratory Research Specialist for a part-time role (24 hours/week). You will process and ship samples, perform QC, act as Educator for study teams, assist with startup QC, and maintain equipment while ensuring PHI safety.

Requirements include a bachelor’s in biology or chemistry or related experience, lab experience preferred, and PHI/DOT/IATA certification within 90 days. Travel is estimated at about 10%.

Qualifications

Bachelor’s degree in biology or chemistry (required) or related degree/experience.
Experience in a laboratory setting preferred and ability to work in a team.
Certification in PHI handling and DOT/IATA shipping within 90 days (required).

Responsibilities

Processes and ships research samples following protocol requirements.
Prepares testing trays and follows quality control procedures.
Serves as Laboratory Educator for study teams and department.
Assists with protocol start-up prep and QC processes.
Maintains and monitors laboratory equipment QC.
Supports the laboratory supervisor to maintain overall quality.

Skills

Time management

Detail oriented

Communication skills

Microsoft Excel

Microsoft Word

Pipette technique

Centrifuge operation

PHI compliance

Education

Bachelor’s Degree in biology or chemistry

Other related degree or experience (MT(ASCP) or LMT(ASCP))

Tools

Micropipette

Laboratory balance

Centrifuge

Job description

DCRU Laboratory Research Specialist – (26000956)

Description

Part-time position: 24 hours per week

What You Will Do

Processes and ships research samples according to protocol specific requirements. (70%)
Follows quality control procedures to prepare testing trays for the next day’s clinical research studies (5%)
Serves as Research Laboratory Educator for DCRU and Clinical Research Unit study teams. (5%)
Assists with preparation and quality control processes for laboratory protocol start-up. (10%)
Performs regular maintenance, monitoring and quality control of laboratory equipment (5%)
Maintain quality in the laboratory and assist the laboratory supervisor. (5%)

Additional Responsibilities

Performs other duties as assigned.
Complies with all policies and standards.
For specific duties and responsibilities, refer to documentation provided by the department during orientation.
Must abide by all requirements to safely and securely maintain Protected Health Information (PHI) for our patients. Annual training, the UH Code of Conduct and UH policies and procedures are in place to address appropriate use of PHI in the workplace.

Qualifications

Education

Bachelor’s Degree in biology or chemistry (Required) or
Other related degree or experience (i.e. Medical Technologist MT(ASCP) or LMT(ASCP)) (Required)

Work Experience

Prior laboratory experience (Preferred) and
Experience in a team setting desirable. (Preferred)

Knowledge, Skills, & Abilities

Ability to prioritize the work of multiple projects. (Required proficiency)
Detail-oriented with the ability to prioritize time sensitive responsibilities. (Required proficiency)
Ability to understand and communicate sample processing requirements to others. (Required proficiency)
Able to work independently on multiple tasks and manage time effectively. (Required proficiency)
Excellent verbal, written and communication skills. (Required proficiency)
Computer skills : Microsoft Excel and Word. (Required proficiency)
Familiarity with basic laboratory equipment, including micropipette, laboratory balance and centrifuge (Required proficiency)

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