Research Lab Technician II, Radiology PET

Atrium Health; Ardmore (NC); On-site; USD 50,000 - 70,000; Full time

Job summary

Atrium Health is seeking a Research Lab Technician II in Radiology PET to perform various tests and analyses under supervision. Candidates must possess a Bachelor's degree in a related science or equivalent experience. This position entails training others and ensuring safety protocols in a lab environment.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Biology, Chemistry, Zoology, or related science, or high school diploma with four years of related clinical/research experience.

Responsibilities

• Conducts standardized chemical, physical, and biological tests on materials.
• Trains and demonstrates procedures to students and personnel.
• Collects tissues and specimens for analysis.

Skills

Effective communication

Basic computer skills

Knowledge of medical terminology

Knowledge of medical equipment

Knowledge of safety hazards

Education

Bachelor's degree in Biology, Chemistry, Zoology, or related science

High school diploma with four years related experience

Job description

Between June 14, 2025, and July 1, 2025 Atrium Health is transitioning to a new application platform to enhance efficiency and effectiveness of our hiring processes. To ensure a smooth transition and data integrity during this transition we have temporarily limited the number of job postings on the career website.

While active job postings may be reduced during this phase, it is important to note that Atrium Health remains committed to engaging with and attracting top talent. We encourage interested candidates to proactively connect with us by joining one of our established talent communities. Moreover, we will continue hosting in-person and virtual events, offering unique platforms for potential candidates to interact with Atrium Health representatives, learn about our career paths, and gain a deeper understanding of our mission and values.

Research Lab Technician II, Radiology PET

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Winston Salem, NC, United States
Job ID: 160968
Job Family: Research Services
Status: Full Time
Shift: Day
Job Type: Regular
Department Name: 35521085039243-Radiology - Diagnostics

Under direct supervision from a higher level technician or a principal investigator, performs a variety of moderately complex and generally standardized physical, chemical, or biological tests with procedures and techniques previously outlined by established protocols and other scientific data. Provides direction and guidance to lab staff.

EDUCATION / EXPERIENCE

Bachelor's degree in Biology, Chemistry, Zoology, or other related science, or high school diploma with four years of related clinical/research experience.

SKILLS / QUALIFICATIONS

• Ability to listen and communicate effectively
• Basic computer skills
• Knowledge of medical terminology to interact with medical staff regarding laboratory procedures and results
• Knowledge of medical equipment and instruments
• Knowledge of common safety hazards and universal precautions to establish a safe work environment

ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS

• Conducts generally standardized chemical, physical, and biological tests on experimental/clinical materials.
• Performs micro-analysis, lipids analysis, enzyme studies, and chromatographic studies on various types of tissues, secretions, and excretions.
• Sets up equipment and organizes materials used in performing scheduled tests, experiments, and/or operations.
• Selects the appropriate experimental/clinical format from established standard formats and prepares simple charts, graphs, and reports from data obtained during research experiments and observations of research subjects.
• Isolates and identifies various microorganisms through established laboratory techniques.
• Trains and demonstrates to graduate students, medical students, and other technical personnel, a variety of technical procedures.
• Takes blood samples, pressures, and other specimens and measurements as required by research/clinical protocols. Inoculates research animals with various pathogens and performs minor animal surgery.
• Collects tissues and specimens for laboratory analysis; obtains samples, prepares, mounts, and stains tissue, blood, and other substances for microscopic examinations.
• Reviews scientific journals, abstracts, and other publications for information applicable to research projects.
• Performs other related duties incidental to the work described herein.

WORK ENVIRONMENT

• Research laboratory environment
• Frequent exposure to diseases, medicinal preparations and other conditions common in a lab environment
• Must wear protective equipment (gloves, gowns/lab coats, eye protection, face protection)
• Exposure to glass and other breakable objects