SUMMARY: A Research Technician, along with other technicians, performs the bulk of the study procedures. He/she performs technical and laboratory procedures following Worldwide Clinical Trials Clinical (WCT) procedures and study protocol requirements. The Research Technician 1 works under the direct supervision and guidance of the Assistant Supervisor, Laboratory Services, and the Supervisor, Laboratory Services. He/she is not responsible for supervising other staff.
RESPONSIBILITIES:
Tasks may include but are not limited to:
- Always represents WCT in a professional manner verbal, written and in appearance when interacting with Sponsors, study participants, outside vendors and fellow employees.
- Collects and processes lab samples (blood, urine, and other body fluids as needed).
- Performs urine/fecal monitoring procedures during urine monitoring studies.
- Assures samples are processed per protocol as well as WCT procedures.
- Responsible for inventory and packaging of lab samples for shipment.
- Uses technical knowledge to determine specimen acceptability.
- Restocks lab supplies (pipettes, urine cups, etc.).
- Properly labels aliquot tubes for studies.
- Covers study procedures or shifts as needed.
- Ensures lab equipment is calibrated and properly maintained.
- Maintains and ensures safety equipment is available and performing (eyewash, PPE, etc.) correctly.
- Ensures the lab and all lab equipment is properly cleaned and disinfected.
- Once trained, performs the following procedures following WCT procedures and study protocol requirements:
- Blood Harvesting,
- Centrifuging,
- Running,
- Urine Monitoring,
- Fecal Collection,
- Performs other procedures/duties not mentioned, as required by specific study protocols.
- Responsible for requesting, scheduling and attending any training required for this position.
- Completes all necessary training for their position, including SOPs, WIs, and skill verification.
Perform other duties as assigned. The duties and responsibilities listed above are representative of the nature and level of work assigned and are not necessarily all-inclusive.
OTHER SKILLS AND ABILITIES:
- Good customer service skills. Must be able to work effectively with co-workers in a team environment and individually unsupervised.
- Able to perform duties at a fast pace without errors.
- Willing to perform repetitive tasks.
- Able to communicate effectively orally and in writing.
- Some knowledge and skills in performing technical and laboratory procedures and laboratory procedures.
- Possible equipment includes microscope and/or Automatic Pipette, but is not limited to: computers, rolling carts, fax machine, photocopier, telephone, lab apparatus, mop/broom, needles, equipment, centrifuges, freezers, allergy testing equipment, scales, calculators, etc.
REQUIREMENTS:
Required: High School Diploma, or equivalent
Preferred: Experience as a lab technician, or other medical background or course work.
Job Type: Full-time
Pay: $20.00 per hour
Education:
Experience:
- Laboratory: 1 year (Preferred)
Work Location: In person