Research Lab Specialist Inter

How to Apply

A cover letter is required for consideration for this position and should be attached as the first page of your resume. The cover letter should address your specific interest in the position and outline skills and experience that directly relate to this position.

Job Summary

This position will serve as a Research Laboratory Specialist Intermediate in the Oncology Clinical Trial Support Unit (O-CTSU) providing biospecimen processing and management support to faculty and research teams for the University of Michigan Rogel Cancer Center - an NCI-Designated Comprehensive Cancer Center and a member of the National Comprehensive Cancer Network (NCCN). We are among the top-ranked national programs in research and patient care with members holding $120M in annual direct research funding. Our mission is to reduce the cancer burden and improve cancer outcomes through research, innovation and transdisciplinary collaboration. With the Oncology CTSU, you will join a diverse team of 150 clinical research professionals dedicated in moving this mission forward through cutting-edge early phase trials to practice-changing phase III. As a team member, we will invest in your education, training, career development and certification. We also offer a variety of specialized roles and growth opportunities to fit your desired career path and goals. People want MichiganAnswers™. Help discover them.

Why Join Michigan Medicine?

Michigan Medicine is one of the largest health care complexes in the world and has been the site of many groundbreaking medical and technological advancements since the opening of the U-M Medical School in 1850. Michigan Medicine is comprised of over 30,000 employees and our vision is to attract, inspire, and develop outstanding people in medicine, sciences, and healthcare to become one of the world's most distinguished academic health systems. In some way, great or small, every person here helps to advance this world-class institution. Work at Michigan Medicine and become a victor for the greater good.

What Benefits can you Look Forward to?

• Excellent medical, dental and vision coverage effective on your very first day
• 2:1 Match on retirement savings

Responsibilities*

The Clinical Research program at the Comprehensive Cancer Center seeks a qualified Research Laboratory Specialist (RLS) Intermediate for its specimen processing and distribution lab located within the Cancer Center. This position will play an essential role in supporting over 100 cancer research studies a year in a fast paced, high-volume environment.

Primary responsibilities include:

Provides Cancer Center investigators and clinical research support staff with lab support which includes, processing, shipping, and handling of research specimens. Seeking a candidate with experience and education in tissue and molecular biology techniques to assist with development and training for potential expanded services. Takes an active role in oversight of CRSP service excellence and quality. Actively demonstrates a commitment to the University of Michigan's core values to build a culture of respect, integrity, and inclusion within the unit. Answers complex queries regarding sample data. Gains expertise in all areas of sample management and reporting and instructs technicians in established SOPs, lab maintenance, and work aids. Assists in management and delegation of daily tasks, process improvement efforts, and establishing new work aids. Maintains freezer inventory and batch shipment schedule. Displays integrity in everyday work and meticulously protects PHI. Identifies lab quality issues and communicates with Laboratory Manager for assistance with resolution. Assist with interviews, hiring, firing, promotions, training, and mentoring, SOP/work aid development and revision, and development of expanded services and programs.

Required Qualifications*

• Must be able to multitask, have excellent attention to detail and organizational skills.
• Demonstrated ability to solve problems, think critically and work independently as well as in a group. Accountability, teamwork, and the highest level of research integrity are essential to success in this position.
• This position requires the ability to stand for extended time periods. Candidate must be able to lift 50 lbs from the floor and raise 35 LB centrifuge lid continuously throughout the day. Fine motor skills for pipetting, labeling, tissue transfers are vital.
• Must have the ability and the desire to carefully observe operations and communicate quality improvement within the unit.
• Flexibility to provide team coverage during normal hours of service required, negotiated as needed.
• Effective communication skills using both written and spoken English are critical.

Intermediate Level:

• Bachelor's Degree in a health-related discipline or an equivalent combination of education and experience in chemistry, biology, or a health-related science.
• 5-6+ years of research lab experience.

Associate Level:

• Bachelor?s Degree is required. 1-3 years of experience in a related field.

Modes of Work

Positions that are eligible for hybrid or mobile/remote work mode are at the discretion of the hiring department. Work agreements are reviewed annually at a minimum and are subject to change at any time, and for any reason, throughout the course of employment. Learn more about the work modes .

Underfill Statement

This position may be underfilled at a lower classification depending on the qualifications of the selected candidate.

Background Screening

Michigan Medicine conducts background screening and pre-employment drug testing on job candidates upon acceptance of a contingent job offer and may use a third-party administrator to conduct background screenings. Background screenings are performed in compliance with the Fair Credit Report Act. Pre-employment drug testing applies to all selected candidates, including new or additional faculty and staff appointments, as well as transfers from other U-M campuses.

Application Deadline

Job openings are posted for a minimum of seven calendar days. The review and selection process may begin as early as the eighth day after posting. This opening may be removed from posting boards and filled any time after the minimum posting period has ended.

U-M EEO/AA Statement

The University of Michigan is an equal opportunity/affirmative action employer.

Job Detail

Job Opening ID

255265

Working Title

Research Lab Specialist Inter

Job Title

Research Lab Specialist Inter

Work Location

Ann Arbor Campus

Ann Arbor, MI

Modes of Work

Onsite

Full/Part Time

Full-Time

Regular/Temporary

Regular

FLSA Status

Exempt

Organizational Group

Medical School

Department

MM O-CTSU Clin Rsrch Spec Proc

Posting Begin/End Date

10/03/2024 - 10/10/2024

Career Interest

Research