Description

Department:

85056 Wake Forest University Health Sciences - Academic Clinical and Translational Science Institute (CTSI)

Status:

Full time

Benefits Eligible:

Yes

Hours Per Week:

40

Schedule Details/Additional Information:

Schedule: 9:30am to 6pm Monday through Friday

Pay Range
$22.50 - $33.75

JOB SUMMARY

Under direct supervision prepare laboratory specimens for storage or shipment following investigator study protocol in the Clinical Research Unit Laboratory . Process body fluids, tissue and other substances for storage or shipment to various laboratories. P erforms a variety of moderately complex and generally standardized physical, chemical, or biological tests with procedures and techniques previously outlined by established protocols and other scientific data. Provides direction and guidance to lab staff.

EDUCATION/EXPERIENCE

Bachelor's degree in Biology, Chemistry, Zoology, or other related science, or high school diploma with four years of related clinical/research experience.

ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS

1. Plan work schedule according to order of priority.

2. Process specimens following investigator study protocols.

3. Document any corrective action required.

4. Perform equipment maintenance and other quality assurance procedures; maintain related records.

5. Maintain sufficient inventory of supplies to meet anticipated requirements in the laboratory.

6. Enter information into WISER BSM for specimen tracking and/or other applicable tracking software based on research protocols/investigator's requirements/

7. Conducts generally standardized chemical, physical, and biological tests on experimental/clinical materials.

8. Sets up equipment and organizes materials used in performing scheduled tests, experiments, and/or operations.

9. Receive, inventory, and evaluate incoming specimens and related data to ascertain that they meet laboratory quality.

10. Prepare reagents as needed.

11. Rotate between tasks if needed to provide coverage during holidays, vacations, or absence of staff.

12. Reviews scientific journals, abstracts, and other publications for information applicable to research projects.

13. Performs other related duties incidental to the work described herein.

SKILLS/QUALIFICATIONS

Knowledge of the maintenance of routine records and reports; and of elementary laboratory techniques and safety precautions.

Ability is required to perform basic laboratory tasks; to keep specimens properly marked; to maintain adequate written laboratory records; and to utilize a computer.

Ability to listen and communicate effectively

Knowledge of medical terminology to interact with medical staff regarding laboratory procedures and results

Knowledge of medical equipment and instruments

Knowledge of common safety hazards and universal precautions to establish a safe work environment

WORK ENVIRONMENT

Research laboratory environment

Frequent exposure to diseases, medicinal preparations and other conditions common in a lab environment

Must wear protective equipment (gloves, gowns/lab coats, eye protection, face protection)

Exposure to glass and other breakable objects

Exposure to animals

Our Commitment to You:

Advocate Health offers a comprehensive suite of Total Rewards: benefits and well-being programs, competitive compensation, generous retirement offerings, programs that invest in your career development and so much more - so you can live fully at and away from work, including:

Compensation

• Base compensation listed within the listed pay range based on factors such as qualifications, skills, relevant experience, and/or training
• Premium pay such as shift, on call, and more based on a teammate's job
• Incentive pay for select positions
• Opportunity for annual increases based on performance

Benefits and more

• Paid Time Off programs
• Health and welfare benefits such as medical, dental, vision, life, and Short- and Long-Term Disability
• Flexible Spending Accounts for eligible health care and dependent care expenses
• Family benefits such as adoption assistance and paid parental leave
• Defined contribution retirement plans with employer match and other financial wellness programs
• Educational Assistance Program

About Advocate Health

Advocate Health is the third-largest nonprofit, integrated health system in the United States, created from the combination of Advocate Aurora Health and Atrium Health. Providing care under the names Advocate Health Care in Illinois; Atrium Health in the Carolinas, Georgia and Alabama; and Aurora Health Care in Wisconsin, Advocate Health is a national leader in clinical innovation, health outcomes, consumer experience and value-based care. Headquartered in Charlotte, North Carolina, Advocate Health services nearly 6 million patients and is engaged in hundreds of clinical trials and research studies, with Wake Forest University School of Medicine serving as the academic core of the enterprise. It is nationally recognized for its expertise in cardiology, neurosciences, oncology, pediatrics and rehabilitation, as well as organ transplants, burn treatments and specialized musculoskeletal programs. Advocate Health employs 155,000 teammates across 69 hospitals and over 1,000 care locations, and offers one of the nation's largest graduate medical education programs with over 2,000 residents and fellows across more than 200 programs. Committed to providing equitable care for all, Advocate Health provides more than $6 billion in annual community benefits.

Under direct supervision from a higher level technician or a principal investigator, performs a variety of moderately complex and generally standardized physical, chemical, or biological tests with procedures and techniques previously outlined by established protocols and other scientific data. Provides direction and guidance to lab staff.