Travel Medical Lab Technician - $15 to $22 per hour in Irving, TX

Society for Conservation Biology; Irving (TX); On-site; USD 40,000 - 60,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading organization in conservation biology seeks a Clinical Trial Technician to manage and process samples for clinical trials. The role involves meticulous data entry, sample handling, and maintaining laboratory equipment. Ideal candidates should be proficient in Microsoft applications and possess a keen attention to detail.

Qualifications

• Proficient in Microsoft Word, Excel, and database management.
• Handle IATA Dangerous Goods; training provided if not certified.

Responsibilities

• Label, receive, and process clinical trial samples according to protocol.
• Record data accurately in specified forms and enter into databases.
• Maintain equipment and ensure a clean lab environment.

Skills

Data entry

Sample processing

Inventory management

Lab safety

Microsoft Word

Microsoft Excel

Database management

Job description

Essential Duties and Responsibilities

• Label, receive, and process samples (blood, urine, tissue, stool, etc.) for clinical trials according to specific protocol guidelines, including logging samples into and out of the department.
• Request and receive tissue samples from outside pathology facilities.
• Send tissue blocks to vendors for slide preparation and ship these slides to the study's lab.
• Record all data accurately in specified forms (paper and electronic) related to clinical trials.
• Enter data into departmental databases.
• Identify discrepancies in sample data and coordinate with clinical staff to resolve them.
• Organize and store reagents following safety instructions.
• Maintain equipment and ensure a clean, orderly lab environment.
• Restock lab consumables daily.
• Manage inventory of clinical trial supplies, kits, and departmental materials.
• Perform administrative tasks such as filing, scanning, copying, and emailing documents.
• Ship or store samples according to protocol before the end of the shift.
• Prepare collection tubes and aliquots for the next day's clinic with accuracy and responsibility.
• Perform other duties as assigned.

Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities

• Handle IATA Dangerous Goods; training will be provided if not previously certified.
• Proficient in Microsoft Word, Excel, and database management.