UNIV - Laboratory Technologist III - Department of SCTR

Job Description Summary

Responsible for performing study participant sample processing, banking, and shipping according to clinical trial documents. Performs complex methodologies as required by protocols. Performs accurate and timely data entry and record keeping, maintains all records relating to clinical trial lab management, and responds to study team inquiries. Knowledge of laboratory facilities, methods, equipment, materials, and safety practices, as well as human subjects research. Responsible for compliance with study requirements as well as MUSC, state and federal guidelines. At least two years of clinical research/human subjects protection experience preferred.

Entity

Medical University of South Carolina (MUSC - Univ)

Worker Type

Employee

Worker Sub-Type​

Research Grant

Cost Center

CC001064 COM SCTR Operations CC

Pay Rate Type

Salary

Pay Grade

University-06

Pay Range

46,655.00 - 66,488.00 - 86,321.000

Scheduled Weekly Hours

40

Work Shift

Job Description

Job Purpose:

Under direct supervision of the Nexus Administrator, the Laboratory Technologist III performs complex laboratory tests and procedures to support SCTR Research Nexus approved clinical trials. Responsible for performing study participant sample processing, banking, and shipping according to clinical trial documents. Performs complex methodologies as required by protocols. Performs accurate and timely data entry and record keeping, maintains all records relating to clinical trial lab management, and responds to study team inquiries. Knowledge of laboratory facilities, methods, equipment, materials, and safety practices, as well as human subjects research. Responsible for compliance with study requirements as well as MUSC, state and federal guidelines. At least two years of clinical research/human subjects protection experience preferred.

Job Functions:

1. Support SCTR Research Nexus laboratory clinical research by performing patient sample processing, testing, and shipping to third party labs as required by clinical trial documents. Respond to clinical trial study team, sponsor and monitor queries and other requests with high level of customer service and excellent communication skills, ensuring all customers are treated with respect, demonstrating a spirit of service and cooperation with a positive attitude while promoting teamwork. Operate, maintain, and repair complex scientific instrumentation. Monitor and record accuracy of equipment. Provide on-call support of the automated critical equipment temperature monitoring system. Performs Epic Cadence functions, including clinic patient arrivals/cancellations, patient registrations, and review of registrations. E, 20%

2. Maintain accurate records for all procedures to facilitate reporting to all clinical trial parties. Review and report data, evaluate and report atypical test results to principal investigators, study teams, sponsors, and monitors. Maintain laboratory safety standards. Assist in development and implementation of policies, procedures and protocol written instructions to ensure compliance with clinical research regulations. E, 20%

3. Perform complex laboratory procedures and qualitative/quantitative tests on patient clinical trial samples using instruments including Qiagen semi-automated nucleic acid extraction equipment, Orflo Moxi GO II, and immunoassay microplate reader. Perform complex mathematical calculations required for laboratory methodology, including reagent preparation and dilutions. E, 10%

4. Manage the research and development (R&D) of the lab’s nucleic acid program based on evolving technological advances and methodologies. Contribute to strategic planning for laboratory services. Develop, evaluate, and implement research methodologies and laboratory procedures according to investigator need. Advise investigators and study teams on available research techniques and procedures. Consult scientific literature for evaluation of cutting-edge methodologies. E, 20%

5. Perform proposal pricing for protocols submitted to the Research Nexus. Work directly with investigators and study teams to determine study expenses and prices for budget negotiations.

Approve protocols requesting Nexus Lab services. Audit service fulfillment data for invoicing customers. Assists Nexus Administrator in the development of laboratory service pricing for GCA program income application submissions. E, 10%

6. Responsible for directly managing Laboratory Technologist Is/IIs, including performing human resource activities. Provide and demonstrate accountability for professional growth and development of staff. Train/instruct staff in standard and complex laboratory methods. Maintain up-to-date personnel lab training records. Schedules daily activities for Laboratory Technologist Is/IIs. Assigns processing, storage and shipment activities for protocols based on patient and sample schedule. Responsible for oversight of laboratory technologists’ benchwork, including quality control and quality assurance - Perform other duties as required. E, 20%

MUSC Minimum Training and Experience Requirements:

A bachelor's degree in a health-related field and one year journey-level work experience in the specialty area; or an associate degree or equivalent training in a health-related field and two years advanced work experience in the specialty area. A master's degree in a health-related field and six months entry-level experience may be substituted for the requirements stated above. Previous technical supervisory work experience is required for supervisory positions.

Additional Job Description

Minimum Requirements: A bachelor's degree in a health-related field and one year journey-level work experience in the specialty area; or an associate degree or equivalent training in a health-related field and two years advanced work experience in the specialty area. A master's degree in a health-related field and six months entry-level experience may be substituted for the requirements stated above. Previous technical supervisory work experience is required for supervisory positions. 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. (Continuous) Ability to perform job functions in a seated position. (Continuous) Ability to perform job functions while walking/mobile. (Frequent) Ability to climb stairs. (Infrequent) Ability to work indoors. (Continuous) Ability to work in all cold temperature extremes, i.e. spot coolers. (Frequent) Ability to bend at the waist. (Frequent) Ability to twist at the waist. (Frequent) Ability to perform 'pinching' operations. (Continuous) Ability to fully use both hands/arms. (Continuous) Ability to perform repetitive motions with hands/wrists/elbows and shoulders. (Continuous) Ability to fully use both legs. (Continuous) Ability to reach in all directions. (Continuous) Possess good finger dexterity. (Continuous) Ability to maintain tactile sensory functions. (Continuous) Ability to maintain good olfactory sensory function. (Continuous) Ability to lift and carry 30 lbs., unassisted. (Frequent) Ability to lift objects, up to 30 lbs., from floor level to height of 72 inches, unassisted. (Frequent) Ability to lower objects, up to 30 lbs., from height of 72 inches to floor level, unassisted. (Frequent) Ability to push/pull objects, up to 50 lbs., unassisted. (Infrequent) Ability to lift and carry objects up to 30 lbs. a distance of five (5) floors and to outlying buildings. (Frequent) Ability to maintain 20/40 vision, corrected. (Continuous) Ability to see and recognize objects close at hand. (Continuous) Ability to see and recognize objects at a distance. (Continuous) Ability to match or discriminate between colors. (Continuous) Ability to determine distance/relationship between objects; depth perception. (Continuous) Good peripheral vision capabilities. (Continuous) Ability to maintain hearing acuity, with correction. (Continuous) Ability to perform gross motor functions with frequent fine motor movements. (Continuous) Ability to be qualified physically (by medical personnel) for respirator use, initially and annually. Ability to work alone in isolated areas, such as darkrooms. (Frequent) Additional New Requirements: Ability to obtain and maintain a valid driver’s license. Computer literacy. 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.

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