Pharmacokinetic Lab Technician for Cancer Research

START Center for Cancer Research; Grand Rapids (MI); On-site; USD 45,000 - 60,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

401(k) retirement savings plan with‑em

Annual performance bonus

Paid time off and holidays

Medical, dental, and vision coverage

Life and disability insurance

Employee Assistance Program

Flexible FSA/HSA plans

Collaborative, inclusive culture

Job summary

The START Center for Cancer Research in Grand Rapids is seeking a Pharmacokinetic (PK) Lab Technician to support the investigation team under SOPs for phase 1 research protocols. The role covers receiving, processing, storage, shipping of biospecimens, equipment maintenance, and inventory control in the Pharmacokinetic Department.

Hours are Monday–Friday 8am–5pm with on-call for after-hours and weekends. Strong attention to detail, organizational skills, and proficiency with Microsoft Office are

Qualifications

• High School Diploma.
• General knowledge of medical terminology.
• High attention to detail and strong organizational skills.
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills.
• Ability to work well independently.
• Organizational skills to troubleshoot unplanned situations while still meeting established deadlines.
• Proficient level of experience with Microsoft Office and the ability to learn new software.

Responsibilities

• Ensure compliance with all applicable laws and regulations for biological sample processing, handling, and shipping.
• Receive, process, handle, store, and ship biospecimens per study specifications.
• Prepare research sample collection supplies per study specifications.
• Adhere to SOPs and GLPs.
• Record data in electronic data systems in compliance with SOPs and GLP.
• Perform administrative functions in the Pharmacokinetic Department: records, forms, and sample management documentation.
• Complete study forms and shipping documentation, logs, and manifests.

Skills

Medical terminology

Attention to detail

Organizational skills

Communication skills

Independent工作

Microsoft Office

Education

High School Diploma

Associate or Bachelor’s in chemistry, biology, or clinical lab science

Tools

Microsoft Office

Job description

The START Center for Cancer Research in Grand Rapids is seeking a Pharmacokinetic (PK) Lab Technician to support the investigation team under SOPs for phase 1 research protocols. The role covers receiving, processing, storage, shipping of biospecimens, equipment maintenance, and inventory control in the Pharmacokinetic Department.

Hours are Monday–Friday 8am–5pm with on-call for after-hours and weekends. Strong attention to detail, organizational skills, and proficiency with Microsoft Office are