UNIV - Laboratory Technologist II - Department of SCTR

UNIV - Laboratory Technologist II - Department of SCTR

Under direct/general supervision of the Laboratory Technologist III and/or Research Laboratory Manager, the Laboratory Technologist II performs complex laboratory tests and molecular laboratory procedures to support SCTR Research Nexus approved clinical trials. Responsibilities include sample procurement, processing, banking, and shipping, accurate and timely data entry and record keeping, responding to study team inquiries, and ensuring compliance with study requirements as well as MUSC, SCTR, state and federal guidelines.

• 35% - 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.
• 25% - Prepare and maintain records for all procedures performed to facilitate reporting to investigators and the NIH annual report. Assist in 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.
• 15% - Adhere to laboratory safety standards and assist in maintaining overall laboratory organization and supply inventory. Assist in developing and implementing policies, procedures, and protocol written instructions to ensure compliance with regulatory standards.
• 10% - Perform complex mathematical calculations required for laboratory methodology, including reagent preparation and dilutions. Perform laboratory procedures, including those requiring aseptic technique or special handling methods. Assist in performing qualitative/quantitative tests.
• 10% - Provide cross-coverage for COVID-19 biorepository including processing of specimens, documentation, and release to approved investigators.
• 5% - Perform other duties, as required, including training/instruction of new employees in laboratory procedures and methods.

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.

Master's degree or equivalent additional experience preferred.

Physical Requirements:

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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 Reach in all directions.
Continuous Possess good finger dexterity.
Continuous Maintain tactile sensory functions.
Continuous Maintain good olfactory sensory function.
Continuous Lift & carry 30 lbs., unassisted.
Frequent Lift objects, up to 30 lbs., from floor to height of 72 inches, unassisted.
Frequent Lower objects, up to 30 lbs., from height of 72 inches to floor, unassisted.
Frequent Push/pull objects, up to 50 lbs., unassisted.
Infrequent Lift and carry objects up to 30 lbs. a distance of five (5) floors and to outlying buildings.
Frequent Maintain 20/40 vision, corrected.
Continuous See and recognize objects close at hand.
Continuous See and recognize objects at a distance.
Continuous Match or discriminate between colors.
Continuous Determine distance/relationship between objects; depth perception.
Continuous Good peripheral vision.
Continuous…