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Part-time position: 24 hours per week
Processes and ships research samples according to protocol specific requirements. (70%) Follows quality control procedures to prepare testing trays for the next day's clinical research studies (5%) Serves as Research Laboratory Educator for DCRU and Clinical Research Unit study teams. (5%) Assists with preparation and quality control processes for laboratory protocol start-up.
(10%) Performs regular maintenance, monitoring and quality control of laboratory equipment (5%) Maintain quality in the laboratory and assist the laboratory supervisor. (5%) Additional Responsibilities Performs other duties as assigned. Complies with all policies and standards.
For specific duties and responsibilities, refer to documentation provided by the department during orientation. Must abide by all requirements to safely and securely maintain Protected Health Information (PHI) for our patients. Annual training, the UH Code of Conduct and UH policies and procedures are in place to address appropriate use of PHI in the workplace.
Education Bachelor's Degree in biology or chemistry (Required) or Other related degree or experience (i.e. Medical Technologist MT(ASCP) or LMT(ASCP)) (Required) Work Experience Prior laboratory experience (Preferred) and Experience in a team setting desirable. (Preferred) Knowledge, Skills, & Abilities Ability to prioritize the work of multiple projects.
(Required proficiency) Detail-oriented with the ability to prioritize time sensitive responsibilities. (Required proficiency) Ability to understand and communicate sample processing requirements to others. (Required proficiency) Able to work independently on multiple tasks and manage time effectively.
(Required proficiency) Excellent verbal, written and communication skills. (Required proficiency) Computer
Microsoft Excel and Word. (Required proficiency) Familiarity with basic laboratory equipment, including micropipette, laboratory balance and centrifuge (Required proficiency) Licenses and Certifications Certification in Human Subjects Protection (CITI) and DOT/IATA shipping certification within 90 Days (Required) Physical Demands Standing Occasionally Walking Occasionally Sitting Constantly Lifting Rarely 20 lbs Carrying Rarely 20 lbs Pushing Rarely 20 lbs Pulling Rarely 20 lbs Climbing Rarely 20 lbs Balancing Rarely Stooping Rarely Kneeling Rarely Crouching Rarely Crawling Rarely Reaching Rarely Handling Occasionally Grasping Occasionally Feeling Rarely Talking Constantly Hearing Constantly Repetitive Motions Frequently Eye/Hand/Foot Coordination Frequently Travel Requirements 10%