Lab Aide II

The Chronicle Of Higher Education, Inc.; Salt Lake City (UT); Vor Ort; USD 12.000 - 29.000; Vollzeit

Zusammenfassung

Huntsman Cancer Institute is seeking a Lab Aide II to support collection, processing, and shipping of research samples for clinical trials in the CTO. The role requires familiarity with lab concepts and adherence to safety and CDC vaccination standards.

The position is located on campus with a focus on specimen handling, kit preparation, and coordination with sponsors and hospital staff. Applicants should demonstrate related lab experience and a strong attention to detail.

Qualifikationen

• Equivalency: 1 year of higher education can be substituted for 1 year of directly related work experience.
• Department may hire at Laboratory Aide II level with at least 1 year of related experience.
• Professional maturity in communication, self-conduct, behavior, dress, ethics, and decision-making.
• Capable of multitasking and paying attention to details.
• Knowledge of laboratory techniques, equipment, and terminology, plus approved specimen handling knowledge.

Aufgaben

• Follows procedures and work practices related to collection, processing, storage and shipment of research specimens.
• Validate SP requests and prepare kits and other materials for specimen collections per standard lab practices.
• Manage primary trial assignments and related duties.
• Ensure specimen integrity through proper handling and accurate labeling.
• Communicate and collaborate effectively with CTO, Sponsors, and Clinic/Hospital staff.
• Work independently and apply problem-solving skills with available resources.

Kenntnisse

Teamwork

Attention to detail

Multitasking

Problem solving

Communication

Tools

Excel

Word

Outlook

Internet applications

Jobbeschreibung

Lab Aide II

Job Summary

Responsible for collecting, processing, and shipping all researchsamples for clinical trials managed by the Huntsman CancerInstitute Clinical Trials Office. The incumbent will be familiarwith a variety of research laboratory concepts, practices, andprocedures.

Huntsman Cancer Institute is committed to cancer prevention, care,and survivorship for all communities within the area we serve –which includes Idaho, Montana, Nevada, Utah, and Wyoming – withimpact worldwide.

In your cover letter or during your interview process, we inviteyou to share how your professional experiences have prepared you toserve as a member of our team as we work to reduce the cancerburden experienced by all people and communities. This may includea description of your prior experiences related to research,prevention, clinical care, community engagement/outreach, training,administration, or other areas relevant to Huntsman CancerInstitute's mission and this position.

Learn more about the great benefits of working for the University of Utah: benefits.utah.edu

Responsibilities

This position is patient-sensitive and must fulfill all associatedrequirements. We protect our patients, coworkers, and community byrequiring all patient-sensitive employees to be immunized according to CDC standards and hospital policy. Limited exemptions may bemade for documented medical contraindications or religious beliefsthat object to vaccinations.

Applicants must demonstrate the potential ability to perform the essential functions of the job as outlined in the position description.

DisclaimerThis job description has been designed to indicate the general nature and level of work performed by employees within this classification. It is not designed to contain or be interpreted asa comprehensive inventory of all duties, responsibilities and qualifications required of employees assigned to the job.

Essential Functions

• Follows procedures and work practices related to collection,processing, storage and
• shipment of research specimens as defined in lab manuals,protocols and study-specific reference materials.
• Responsible for validation of SP requests and preparation of kits and other materials
• for specimen collections per standard lab practices.
• Responsible for primary trial assignments and related duties.
• Ensures specimen integrity through appropriate handling andaccurate labeling of specimens, related requisitions, and documentation.
• Manages time and workload efficiently and prioritizes workflow effectively; able to assess workload and communicate when deadlines cannot be met.
• Adheres to safe laboratory practices while maintaining a cleanand organized workspace.
• Communicates & collaborates effectively with all groupswithin the CTO, Sponsors, and Clinic/Hospital Staff.
• Able to work independently; demonstrates adequate problem-solving skills and awareness of available resources.

Minimum Qualifications

EQUIVALENCY STATEMENT: 1 year of higher education can be substituted for 1 year of directly related work experience (Example: bachelor's degree = 4 years of directly related work experience).

Department may hire employee at one of the following job levels: Laboratory Aide, II: Requires at least 1 year of related experience.

Preferences

• Have a positive attitude and be a positive representative of CTO
• Professional maturity in communication, self-conduct, behavior, dress, ethics, and decision-making
• Capable of multitasking and paying attention to details
• Able to resolve issues with co-workers, CRCs, RDCs, Central Labs, and Sponsors with minimal input from management and leadership
• Proficiency using Excel, Word, and Outlook, and Internet applications
• Works as part of a team and recognizes when other team members need support
• One year full-time laboratory experience or equivalency (1 year full-time lab equivalency equals successful completion of 2 semesters of laboratory (college) coursework)
• Knowledge of laboratory techniques, equipment and terminology as well as knowledge of chemical and physical properties of materials or substances and appropriate specimen handling techniques preferred.

Requisition Number

PRN45920B

Full Time or Part Time?

Full Time

Department

01167 - HCI Clinical Trials Operations

Location

Campus

Pay Rate Range

$9.45 to $21.69

Close Date

11/11/2026

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