Lab Technician I – Diabetes Research & Specimen Processing

University of Florida; Gainesville (FL); On-site; USD 25,000 - 27,000; Full time

Job summary

University of Florida seeks a Laboratory Technician I to support international diabetes research networks by handling receipt, processing, and distribution of human specimens. The role includes archival duties and serving as a backup for unit support staff.

Primary duties involve specimen labeling, aliquoting, shipping, HIPAA-compliant data entry, and maintaining the UF TrialNet/Radiant databases. Strong attention to detail and ability to work with clinical data are required.

Qualifications

• Associates degree or HS diploma with 2 years of related laboratory experience.
• College coursework or vocational training may substitute for required experience.

Responsibilities

• Support research by receiving, processing, and distributing human specimens.
• Handle specimen labeling, aliquoting, shipping, and archival tasks for TrialNet and Radiant projects.
• Enter HIPAA-compliant data into the database and document specimen test numbers and identifiers.
• Maintain TrialNet/Radiant databases and coordinate data transfers with coordinating centers.
• Provide client services for specimen status inquiries and resolve discrepancies.

Education

Associates degree or high school diploma + 2 years related experience

Job description

University of Florida seeks a Laboratory Technician I to support international diabetes research networks by handling receipt, processing, and distribution of human specimens. The role includes archival duties and serving as a backup for unit support staff.

Primary duties involve specimen labeling, aliquoting, shipping, HIPAA-compliant data entry, and maintaining the UF TrialNet/Radiant databases. Strong attention to detail and ability to work with clinical data are required.