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UC Irvine · 2 days ago

Asst. Biospecimen Coordinator

Orange County, CA

Full-time

Onsite

Entry Level

1+ years exp

UC Irvine is a prestigious public university known for its academic achievement and research. The Assistant Biospecimen Coordinator will support clinical research by coordinating biological specimens for cancer-related protocols, ensuring compliance with various regulations and maintaining laboratory organization.

Higher Education

Diversity & Inclusion

No H1B

Responsibilities

Supporting the clinical research efforts by coordinating and processing biological specimens for cancer related protocols according to current Good Clinical Practices (GCP), Good Laboratory Practices (GLP), internal standard operating procedures (SOPs) and University policies and procedures

Supporting all aspects of the study specimen process for patients participating in cancer related clinical trials, which includes: collecting, processing, storing, shipping, and tracking under specific research protocol requirements and laboratory techniques

Providing general maintenance and organization of the Cancer Center research laboratory

Maintaining laboratory equipment, ordering supplies, tracking equipment service agreements, ensuring proper equipment operation, and maintaining and updating standard operating procedures

Qualification

Biological specimen processingClinical laboratory experienceClinical research experienceData collectionClinical trial management systemsMultitaskOrganizational skillsVerbal communication skillsProblem solving capabilitiesAttention to detailTeam collaborationCritical thinkingInitiative

Required

Experience working with and processing biological specimens

Experience working in a clinical laboratory environment

Experience with clinical research and data collection

Ability to interact with the public, faculty, and staff

Ability to establish and maintain files and records

Strong organizational and verbal communication skills

Willingness to work as a supportive, cooperative member of an interdisciplinary team

Demonstrated high-level communication skills to convey information in a clear and concise way, synthesizing information and presenting it to others

Demonstrated problem solving capabilities to resolve concerns that arise unexpectedly

Demonstrated ability to research, properly evaluate information, and prepare concise, well organized reports, summaries, and correspondence

Demonstrated ability to organize and prioritize a complex and dynamic workload

Ability to multitask and meet deadlines, despite interruptions

Ability to independently exercise discretion and sound judgment

Ability to work collegially and cooperatively in a small office and to establish and maintain cooperative working relationships

Demonstrated skill in interacting with persons of various social, cultural, economic and educational backgrounds

Ability to prioritize assignments and achieve high productivity/quality with short time frames, under rigid deadlines, and /or in environments with frequent workload changes and competing demands

Skill in working independently, taking initiative and following through on assignments

Ability to think critically, compiles data from various sources, analyze data, and prepare reports

Ability to work both independently and as part of team

Ability to take initiative and demonstrate strong commitment to duties

Ability to analyze problems, implement solutions and multitask

Ability to work within a deadline-driven structure

Demonstrated experience in maintaining flexibility and adaptability while implementing institutional change

High level of integrity and honesty in maintaining confidentiality

Foster and promote a positive attitude and professional appearance

Strong attention to detail

Working knowledge of computer software including Microsoft Office (Outlook, Word, Excel, and PowerPoint)

1-3 Years of related work experience with Bachelor of Arts/Bachelor of Science, or Experience working with and processing biological specimens equivalent experience

Experience working in a clinical laboratory environment

Experience with clinical research and data collection