Rochester, NY, USA
10 days ago
Clinical Trials Specimen Management Technician

Job Title: Clinical Trials Specimen Management Technician

Department: Specimen Processing

Location: 150 Elmgrove Park, Rochester, NY

Hours Per Week: 40

Schedule: Monday - Friday or Tuesday - Saturday 8:00AM - 4:30PM

 

SUMMARY

The Clinical Trials Specimen Management Technician I performs the daily operations of specified area within the Clinical Trials Specimen Management (CTSM) Laboratory (routine, shipping, storage). They perform all daily functions in accordance to company policies and procedures.

 

RESPONSIBILITIES

Perform all processes in accordance with SOP’s and appropriate regulatory guidelinesPerform receipt, QC checks and onward processing for Clinical Trials specimens Perform accurate data entry into various laboratory information management systems Prepare samples for onward shipmentWork with samples under varying temperature conditions including ultra-cold (-80°C) and liquid nitrogen (-196°C)
•    Handle deliveries of packages including lifting and carrying of boxes filled with dry icePerform housekeeping as required to maintain a clean and tidy working environment including frozen storage unit maintenance and emptying waste ice receptaclesUtilize study documentation to aid in problem solving and escalate to senior staff as requiredManage specimen related study documentation including preparation for archivingGuarantee client satisfaction by providing exceptional service to internal customersAdapt to changing priorities with guidance from senior team membersPerform specimen receipt/accessioning/shipping activities depending on your main area of work (Routine, storage or batched shipping) including but not limited toRoutine team: Receive process and accession routine specimensStorage Team: Receive, process, store and accession stored specimenShipping Team: Prepare stored samples for batched shipmentUtilize Environmental monitoring software to monitor all specimen storage units to ensure integrity of all specimens at all timesWalk samples between building 150 & 160, as neededPerform other duties as assigned

 

REQUIRED QUALIFICATIONS

N/A

 

PREFERRED QUALIFICATIONS

Bachelor’s Degree in Biology, Biomedical Sciences or related fieldExperience from laboratory and/or highly regulated environmentsStrong Microsoft Office and data entry skillsStrong attention to detailWorks well in group setting as well as individually

EDUCATION:

LICENSES / CERTIFICATIONS: 

PHYSICAL REQUIREMENTS:

M - Medium Work - Exerting 20 to 50 pounds of force occasionally, and/or 10 to 25 pounds of force frequently, and/or greater than negligible up to 10 pounds of force constantly to move objects; Requires frequent walking, standing or squatting.

For disease specific care programs refer to the program specific requirements of the department for further specifications on experience and educational expectations, including continuing education requirements.

Any physical requirements reported by a prospective employee and/or employee’s physician or delegate will be considered for accommodations.

PAY RANGE:

$16.75 - $18.75

CITY:

Rochester

POSTAL CODE:

14624

The listed base pay range is a good faith representation of current potential base pay for a successful full time applicant. It may be modified in the future and eligible for additional pay components. Pay is determined by factors including experience, relevant qualifications, specialty, internal equity, location, and contracts.

Rochester Regional Health is an Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action Employer.
Minority/Female/Disability/Veterans by a prospective employee and/or employee’s Physician or delegate will be considered for accommodations.

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