Gundersen Health System · 4 hours ago
Biobank Research Coordinator
La Crosse, WI
Full-time
Onsite
New Grad, Entry LevelGundersen Health System is a not-for-profit, patient-centered healthcare network seeking a Biobank Research Coordinator to manage critical biobank specimens and collaborate with a multidisciplinary team. The role involves supporting cancer research and ensuring compliance with regulations while engaging with research participants and managing relationships with external clients.
Health CareHospitalMedicalNon Profit
Responsibilities
Performs administrative and regulatory duties to maintain CAP compliance and day-to-day operation of the cancer biobank
Responsible for overall coordination of assigned research studies, including but not limited to monitoring, auditing, mailing samples and documentation, and submitting and filing appropriate -Institutional Review Board (IRB) documents
In collaboration with, and under the direction of Biobank leadership, develops, implements, and monitors service line standard workflows
Consults and advises management on problems affecting overall operations and suggests appropriate corrective actions
Establishes goals and objectives to further the mission of the Gundersen Cancer Biobank
Demonstrates an in-depth knowledge of Microsoft Excel and can analyze discrepancies in sample metadata using complex formulas with limited guidance
Manually extracts clinical information through chart review and enters relevant data into Laboratory Information Management System for documentation and inventory management of biospecimens. Ensures confidentiality and security of sensitive information
Responsible for all aspects of biospecimen collection, preservation, organization, and storage
Assists in the update and development of Standard Operating Procedures (SOP) pertaining to biospecimen management
Engages with Biobank participants to screen, recruit, enroll, educate, and obtain consent from research participants
Develops and manages relationships with external clients to provide excellent client services and ensure successful, on-time delivery of completed projects. This involves advanced problem solving, independent thinking and judgement, effective verbal and written communication, Coordinates services and prioritizes competing demands, to ensure excellent service delivery
Completes quality improvement initiatives as assigned/discussed with leadership. Actively participates in analysis of work processes and provides feedback to improve the overall processes related to department function
Performs regular internal audits and monitoring and participates in facility inspection preparation as needed
Participates in project-related educational activities in a self-directed manner and/or as directed by leadership. This may include reading journal articles, viewing on-line webinars or participating in other self-directed continuing education activities
Assists new employees and volunteers to orient, train and assess skills
Adheres to regular and predictable attendance
Performs other duties as assigned
Qualification
Required
Bachelor's degree in biology or related science or healthcare field
Previous experience in a clinical setting or similar
Benefits
Medical
Dental
Life Ins
HSA/FSA
401k match & annual discretionary base contribution
Paid Time Off (PTO)
Professional Development Opportunities
Tuition Investment Program
Career Development Center
Wellness program with incentives
Employer-paid life insurance and AD&D
Optional short-term and long-term disability coverage
Employee assistance program
Identity theft protection
Pet insurance
Inspire & Celebrate colleague recognition and rewards program
A discount program
Company
Gundersen Health System
Gundersen Health System provides quality health services through a comprehensive health network.
Founded in 1891
5001-10000 employees
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