Onsite Biobank & Research Lab Associate

MaineHealth; Scarborough (ME); On-site; USD 35,000 - 47,000; Full time

Job summary

The Biobank and Research Laboratory Associate at MaineHealth Institute for Research supports biobanking and research testing, including consent, collection, processing, storage, tracking, distribution and testing of biospecimens. It ensures regulatory compliance and collaborates with investigators and clinical staff to maintain specimen integrity and data accuracy.

The role is fully onsite with rotations between the Portland and Scarborough, ME campuses, offering opportunities to contribute to

Qualifications

• Education as specified; bachelor’s degree preferred.
• One year of relevant experience preferred.
• Knowledge of biospecimen handling and quality assurance.
• Familiarity with regulatory requirements (HIPAA/OSHA/CAP-CLIA).

Responsibilities

• Support biobanking and research testing services.
• Handle patient informed consent and biospecimen processing.
• Ensure storage, tracking, and distribution of specimens.
• Maintain regulatory compliance and data integrity.

Skills

Organizational skills

Analytical skills

Problem-solving

Communication skills

Education

Associate degree in Medical Laboratory Technology, Biology, Biotechnology, Life Sciences, or related field

Bachelor’s degree preferred

Tools

MS Office Suite

Electronic databases

Job description

The Biobank and Research Laboratory Associate at MaineHealth Institute for Research supports biobanking and research testing, including consent, collection, processing, storage, tracking, distribution and testing of biospecimens. It ensures regulatory compliance and collaborates with investigators and clinical staff to maintain specimen integrity and data accuracy.

The role is fully onsite with rotations between the Portland and Scarborough, ME campuses, offering opportunities to contribute to