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MUSC Health · 2 months ago

UNIV - Laboratory Technologist II - Department of SCTR

Charleston, SC

Full-time

Onsite

Entry, Mid Level

$40K/yr - $57K/yr

2+ years exp

Medical University of South Carolina (MUSC) is seeking a Laboratory Technologist II to support SCTR Research Nexus approved clinical trials. The role involves performing complex laboratory tests, managing study participant samples, and ensuring compliance with clinical trial protocols and safety standards.

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Responsibilities

Support SCTR Research Nexus Laboratory clinical research by performing sample processing, testing, and shipping according to clinical trial documents and with a high level of customer service

Prepare and maintain records for all procedures performed to facilitate reporting to investigators and the NIH annual report

Adhere to laboratory safety standards and assist in maintaining overall laboratory organization and supply inventory

Perform complex mathematical calculations required for laboratory methodology, including reagent preparation and dilutions

Provide cross-coverage for COVID-19 biorepository including processing of specimens, documentation, and release to approved investigators

Perform other duties, as required, including training/instruction of new employees in laboratory procedures and methods

Qualification

Laboratory testsMolecular laboratory proceduresSample processingData entryLaboratory safety practicesCustomer serviceTeamworkCommunication skills

Required

A bachelor's degree in a related medical or scientific discipline; or an associate degree or equivalent technical training in a related medical, scientific or technical discipline and two years journey-level work experience in a related field

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, SCTR, state and federal guidelines

Ability to perform job functions in an upright position

Ability to perform job functions in a seated position

Ability to perform job functions while walking/mobile

Ability to climb stairs

Ability to work indoors

Ability to work in all cold temperature extremes, i.e. spot coolers

Ability to bend at the waist

Ability to twist at the waist

Ability to perform 'pinching' operations

Ability to fully use both hands/arms

Ability to perform repetitive motions with hands/wrists/elbows and shoulders

Ability to fully use both legs

Ability to reach in all directions

Possess good finger dexterity

Ability to maintain tactile sensory functions

Ability to maintain good olfactory sensory function

Ability to lift and carry 30 lbs., unassisted

Ability to lift objects, up to 30 lbs., from floor level to height of 72 inches, unassisted

Ability to lower objects, up to 30 lbs., from height of 72 inches to floor level, unassisted

Ability to push/pull objects, up to 50 lbs., unassisted

Ability to lift and carry objects up to 30 lbs. a distance of five (5) floors and to outlying buildings

Ability to maintain 20/40 vision, corrected

Ability to see and recognize objects close at hand

Ability to see and recognize objects at a distance

Ability to match or discriminate between colors

Ability to determine distance/relationship between objects; depth perception

Good peripheral vision capabilities

Ability to maintain hearing acuity, with correction

Ability to perform gross motor functions with frequent fine motor movements

Ability to be qualified physically (by medical personnel) for respirator use, initially and annually

Ability to work alone in isolated areas, such as darkrooms

Ability to obtain and maintain a valid drivers 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

Preferred

Master's degree or equivalent additional experience preferred

Company

MUSC Health

MUSC Health provides health-care services through its patient- and family-centered care, education, research, and various partnerships. It is a sub-organization of Medical University of South Carolina.

Founded in 1824

Charleston, South Carolina, USA

10001+ employees