UNIV - Lab Technologist II - Department of SCTR

Medical University of South Carolina; Charleston (SC); On-site; USD 50,000 - 65,000; Full time

Job summary

The Medical University of South Carolina is hiring a Laboratory Technologist II in Charleston, SC. This role involves performing complex laboratory tests and supporting clinical trials by managing sample procurement and data entry.

The ideal candidate should possess a bachelor’s degree in a related discipline and preferably have experience in laboratory procedures. This full-time position includes responsibilities requiring attention to detail and adherence to compliance regulations.

Qualifications

• A bachelor's degree in a related medical or scientific discipline.
• Master’s degree or equivalent additional experience is preferred.
• Two years of journey-level work experience in a related field is acceptable.

Responsibilities

• Perform complex laboratory tests and procedures.
• Support clinical trials through sample processing and data management.
• Ensure compliance with state and federal guidelines.

Skills

Laboratory procedures

Complex data entry

Aseptic technique

Customer service

Education

Bachelor's degree in a related discipline

Associate degree with two years of experience

Tools

Data management systems

Laboratory equipment

Job description

Job Description Summary

Under direct/general supervision of the Laboratory Technologist III and/or Research Laboratory Manager, the Laboratory Technologist II performs complex laboratory tests and molecular laboratory procedures to support SCTR Research Nexus approved clinical trials. Responsibilities include study participant sample procurement, processing, banking, and shipping according to clinical trial documents. This role also performs complex procedures as required by approved protocols, accurate and timely data entry, record keeping in the sample database, and maintains all records related to clinical trial lab management. The technician responds promptly to clinical trial study team inquiries and ensures compliance with MUSC, SCTR, state and federal guidelines.

Job Duties

• 35% – Support SCTR Research Nexus Laboratory clinical research by performing sample processing, testing, and shipping per clinical trial documents, while maintaining high customer service.
• 25% – Prepare and maintain records for all procedures to facilitate reporting to investigators, NIH annual reports, and sponsors. Assist in reviewing and reporting data; document and report atypical findings for molecular and specimen processing labs.
• 15% – Adhere to laboratory safety standards, maintain laboratory organization and supply inventory, and help develop and implement policies, procedures, and protocol written instructions to ensure regulatory compliance.
• 10% – Perform complex calculations for laboratory methodology, including reagent preparation and dilutions; carry out procedures requiring aseptic technique or special handling; assist in qualitative and quantitative tests.
• 10% – Provide cross‑coverage for COVID‑19 biorepository, including specimen processing, documentation, and release to approved investigators.
• 5% – Perform other duties as required, such as training and instruction of new employees in laboratory procedures and methods.

Minimum Qualifications

A bachelor's degree in a related medical or scientific discipline; or an associate degree or equivalent technical training in a related medical, scientific or technical discipline with two years of journey‑level work experience in a related field.

Preferred: Master’s degree or equivalent additional experience.

Physical Requirements

• Continuous – 6‑8 hours per shift.
• Ability to perform job functions in an upright position.
• Continuous – Ability to perform job functions in a seated position.
• Frequent – Ability to perform job functions while walking or mobile.
• Infrequent – Ability to climb stairs.
• Continuous – Ability to work indoors.
• Frequent – Ability to work in all cold temperature extremes, e.g., spot coolers.
• Frequent – Ability to bend, twist at the waist, and perform 'pinching' operations.
• Continuous – Ability to fully use both hands/arms and both legs.
• Continuous – Ability to perform repetitive motions with hands, wrists, elbows, and shoulders.
• Continuous – Ability to reach in all directions.
• Continuous – Good finger dexterity, tactile and olfactory sensory functions.
• Continuous – Ability to maintain 20/40 vision, corrected.
• Continuous – Ability to see and recognize objects close at hand and at a distance, discriminate colors, and have depth perception.
• Continuous – Good peripheral vision.
• Continuous – Ability to maintain hearing acuity, with correction.
• Continuous – Ability to perform gross motor functions with frequent fine motor movements.
• Frequent – Ability to lift and carry up to 30 lbs unassisted.
• Frequent – Ability to lift objects up to 30 lbs from floor to 72‑inch height, and lower them unassisted.
• Infrequent – Ability to push/pull objects up to 50 lbs unassisted.
• Frequent – Ability to work rotating shifts and overtime as required.
• Frequent – Ability to learn and use new processes, tools and equipment as required.

Additional New Requirements

• Ability to obtain and maintain a valid driver’s license.
• Computer literacy.
• Ability to work rotating shifts as required.
• Ability to work overtime as required.
• Ability to learn and use new processes, tools and equipment as required.

Medical University of South Carolina (MUSC – Univ) – Equal Opportunity Employer. MUSC does not discriminate on the basis of race, color, religion or belief, age, sex, national origin, gender identity, sexual orientation, disability, protected veteran status, family or parental status, or any other status protected by state laws and/or federal regulations. All qualified applicants are encouraged to apply and will receive consideration for employment based upon applicable qualifications, merit and business need.

Medical University of South Carolina participates in the federal E‑Verify program to confirm the identity and employment authorization of all newly hired employees. For further information about the E‑Verify program, please visit http://www.uscis.gov/e-verify/employees.