UNIV - Research Data Core Lab Specialist-Hollings Cancer Center - MUSC

Job Description SummaryUnder general supervision of the Clinical Trials Office (CTO) and Data Core Manager within the Clinical Operations Unit, this position is responsible for study participant sample procurement, processing, handling, and banki...

Job Description Summary

Under general supervision of the Clinical Trials Office (CTO) and Data Core Manager within the Clinical Operations Unit, this position is responsible for study participant sample procurement, processing, handling, and banking according to clinical trial protocols. Performs accurate and timely data entry and record keeping in sample database and maintains all records relating to clinical trial lab management. Responds appropriately to clinical trial study team inquires in a timely manner. Knowledge of laboratory facilities, methods, equipment, materials, and laboratory safety practices, as well as human subjects research. Responsible for compliance with study requirements as well as all MUSC, CTO, state, and federal guidelines.

Entity

Medical University of South Carolina (MUSC - Univ)

Worker Type

Employee

Worker Sub-Type​

Classified

Cost Center

CC001332 HCC CTO Administration

Pay Rate Type

Hourly

Pay Grade

University-05

Pay Range

38,985.00 - 55,559.50 - 72,134.000

Scheduled Weekly Hours

40

Work Shift

Job Description

35% Perform sample processing according to clinical trial lab manuals. 
Receive and prepare biospecimens for analysis by performing various processing techniques (centrifugation, aliquoting, etc.) according to protocol processing requirements. Collaborate with CTO staff to coordinate biospecimen-related activities. Operate and maintain laboratory equipment used in biospecimen processing. Perform routine calibration, maintenance, and troubleshooting of equipment. 

35% Prepare and maintain records for all procedures performed.

Assist in the reviewing and reporting of data; document and report any atypical findings for molecular and specimen processing labs to clinical trial principal investigators, study teams, sponsors, and monitors. Respond to requests for information and queries pertaining to processing procedures and records in a courteous and timely manner. Communicate effectively to report any deviations or issues in processing protocols.

25% Assist with lab processing start-up and amendments in sample management platform. 
Process lab manuals for all new studies in start-up by building the biospecimen processing workflow in the sample management platform. Review amendments to lab manuals and update the sample management platform when needed. Assist in the development and implementation of policies, procedures and protocol written instructions to ensure compliance with regulatory standards. Maintain lab supply inventory using inventory system. 

5% Participates in staff training and new employee orientation and education regarding specimen processing and assist study teams with sample couriering to and from satellite sites.  May support special projects.

MUSC Minimum Training and Experience Requirements:

A bachelor's degree in chemistry, biology, or other natural, life or health care science and one year work experience directly related to the assigned research area.

Additional Job Description

Minimum Requirements: A bachelor's degree in chemistry, biology, or other natural, life or health care science and one year work experience directly related to the assigned research area. Physical Requirements: (Note: The following descriptions are applicable to this section: Continuous - 6-8 hours per shift; Frequent - 2-6 hours per shift; Infrequent - 0-2 hours per shift) Ability to perform job functions in an upright position. (Frequent) Ability to perform job functions in a seated position. (Continuous) Ability to perform job functions while walking/mobile. (Frequent) Ability to climb, using step stool. (Infrequent) Ability to work in temperature extremes (32° F to 100° F) when required due to assignments in cold rooms and/or foreign countries. (Infrequent) Ability to work in confined/cramped spaces. (Continuous) Ability to bend at the waist. (Frequent) Ability to twist at the waist. (Frequent) Ability to fully use both hands/arms. (Continuous) Ability to perform repetitive motions with hands/wrists/elbows and shoulders. (Frequent) Ability to fully use both legs. (Frequent) Ability to reach in all directions, stretch, bend, while moving items/materials from both sitting and standing positions. (Frequent) Ability to maintain good olfactory sensory function/distinction. (Continuous) Ability to lift materials up to 20 lbs., unassisted. (Infrequent) Ability to lift and carry 4 liter waste material bottles a distance of 30 feet, unassisted. (Frequent) Ability to lift and carry 25-30 lbs. jugs of liquid a distance of 100 feet, unassisted. (Infrequent) Ability to lift file boxes, from floor level to counter tops, unassisted. (Frequent) Ability to push/ Ability to lift 40 lbs. centrifuge rotors from floor level to height of 40 inches, then down 20 inches into centrifuge drum, unassisted. (Infrequent) Ability to lift 25 lbs. boxes, from floor level to maximum height of 72 inches, unassisted. (Infrequent) Ability to push/pull file boxes from one location to another at floor level. (Frequent) Ability to maneuver heavy equipment on bench tops, 50 lbs. or greater, unassisted. (Frequent) Ability to perform gross motor functions with frequent fine motor movements. (Continuous) Ability to maintain 20/40 vision, corrected, in one eye or with both eyes. (Continuous) Ability to match or discriminate between colors, normally. (Continuous) Ability to hear and recognize various alarms emitting from work area systems. (Continuous) Ability to hear and/or understand conversations. (Continuous) Ability to work in a darkroom for processing film, etc. (Continuous) Ability to be qualified physically for respirator use, initially and annually. (Continuous) Additional New Requirements: Ability to work rotating shifts as required. Ability to work overtime as required. Ability to learn and use new processes, tools and equipment as required.

If you like working with energetic enthusiastic individuals, you will enjoy your career with us!

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