Lab Services Coordinator - Clinical Trials Processing Lab

The Ohio State University; Columbus (OH); On-site; USD 48,000 - 64,000; Full time

Job summary

Lab Services Coordinator at The Ohio State University supports the Clinical Trials Processing Lab as part of a multidisciplinary team, serving investigators across OSU and beyond.

Responsibilities include specimen labeling, library construction, data management, inventory control, and collaboration with clinical staff and external labs while ensuring regulatory compliance and ongoing training.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s Degree in Biological Sciences or Health-related Sciences required; 1 year experience required.
• Experience with data collection and data entry.
• Ability to communicate effectively with clinical staff and collaborators.
• Knowledge of lab safety and handling biohazards preferred.
• Experience with tissue, blood, urine, and bone marrow samples preferred.

Responsibilities

• Prepare labels and tubes for clinical trial specimens.
• Construct sample libraries from various specimen types.
• Manage data, inventory, and quality control of specimens.
• Operate lab equipment and maintain maintenance records.
• Process and distribute specimens and time-sensitive samples.
• Coordinate with external labs and clinical staff.
• Ensure compliance with FDA, IRB, and SOPs.
• Maintain trainings and certifications (GCP, IATA, EHS).

Skills

Data entry

Communication skills

Laboratory safety

Tissue processing experience

Education

Bachelor’s Degree in Biological Sciences or Health-related Sciences

Tools

Microsoft Office

Outlook

Excel

Job description

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Job Title:Lab Services Coordinator - Clinical Trials Processing LabDepartment:CCC | Clinical Trials Processing Lab

Position Summary

Lab Services Coordinator supports all activities of the Clinical Trials Processing Lab by functioning as an integral part of a team in a multi-disciplinary lab and providing services to investigators across the OSUWMC and outside of The Ohio State University.

Responsibilities

• Assists with all activities of the CTPL including preparing labels and labeling tubes for clinical trial specimen collection, specimen processing, storage, and shipping in compliance with all applicable regulations and institutional policies

• Constructs sample libraries of many sample types including, but not limited to, blood, bone marrow, plasma, serum, urine, saliva and paraffin embedded tissue

• Assists with data management, inventory control and quality control of human biological specimens

• Uses prescribed laboratory methods, instruments and automated equipment; maintain laboratory maintenance records

• Prepares necessary supplies for specimen collection

• Receives, processes and distributes specimens, including time-sensitive patient samples for pharmacokinetic, pharmacodynamic and other correlative markers as well as safety labs

• Manages sample and kit inventory via electronic database

• Completes laboratory test requisition forms and maintain samples records for audit purposes

• Communicates with outside reference labs regarding patient testing, handle inquiries and resolve any testing and/or specimen collection issues

• Interacts with clinical research protocol and hospital clinical staff

• Participates in data entry and management, quality control, audits and FDA inspections, continuous quality improvement and inventory management of clinical trial specimens, trial and laboratory supplies

• Ensures compliance with FDA and IRB regulations as well as internal clinical research SOPs, policies and procedures

• Maintains all GCP, IATA, EHS and sponsor-required trainings and certifications

Job Requirements

Bachelor’s Degree in Biological Sciences, Health related Sciences or equivalent combination of education and experience. 1 year of relevant experience required. 2 - 4 years of relevant experience preferred.

Good working knowledge of laboratory principles, equipment and safety standards required; must be able to effectively communicate face to face and in writing with clinical staff and outside collaborators; experience processing tissue, blood, urine, and bone marrow samples, handling bio-hazardous materials and aseptic techniques preferred; data collection and data entry experience required; knowledge of tissue procurement techniques and anatomic pathology desired; knowledge of medical terminology preferred; demonstrates the initiative and ability to provide useful feedback in a professional manner; knowledge of Microsoft Office products including Outlook and Excel required.

Additional Information

Clinical Laboratories - Lab Services - Individual Contributor - Specialized - S2 Experienced

Location:James Cancer Hospital (0375)Position Type:RegularScheduled Hours:40Shift:Final candidates are subject to successful completion of a background check. A drug screen or physical may be required during the post offer process.

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