Position Summary
Under direction, is responsible for the collection, processing, and transportation of clinical samples and data entrywithin research and clinical settings. This role also assists in coordination of special research project requests.
Job Responsibilities
- Interfaces and coordinates with one or more clinics for specimen pickup from collectionsites and drop-off at processing site. Follows up with research teams on day of collections.
- Transports and delivers research biospecimens in appropriate manner. Assists andfacilitates material distribution as needed.
- Updates various databases and accurately records patient and specimen material pick-up/drop-off related information.
- Collects and processes patient specimens and samples. Provides assistance to clinicaland research staff regarding sample transport protocols.
- Communicates with other members of the department regarding study data andspecimens or scheduling with clinicians.
- Maintains inventory of laboratory supplies onsite and re-orders as needed.
- Responsible for multidisciplinary coordination with core services & biobanking for theprocessing and storage of samples.
- Performs other related duties as assigned.
Education
Associate's Degree in Clinical science or related science field.
Experience
- Bachelors in biology or clinical science, or related science field, is preferred.
- Approximately 1-2 years of experience in a clinical/research setting.
- Must have experience with sample processing & minimum 1 year wet lab experience
Knowledge, Skills and Abilities
- Demonstrated organizational skills and ability to pay close attention to detail.
- Excellent interpersonal and communication skills (written and oral).
- Knowledge of medical terminology.
- Ability to multitask and keep track of what responsibilities are required per study.
Licenses and Certifications
Working Conditions/Physical Demands
Standard laboratory space; Must be able to spend a large part of the day standing up and moving around; Thisrole will require travel between multiple locations across NYC either by mass transit, foot, or taxi-cab.
Job Type: Full-time
Pay: $26.20 - $29.34 per hour
Benefits:
- 401(k)
- Dental insurance
- Health insurance
- Paid time off
- Vision insurance
Schedule:
- 8 hour shift
- Monday to Friday
Application Question(s):
- Do you have wet lab experience?
Ability to Commute:
- Upper East Side, NY (Required)
Willingness to travel:
Work Location: In person