Research Technician II Part-Time Job Id: 44923

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Job ID: 44923

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Minimum Qualifications

Bachelor's degree in a related field and one or more years of research experience, or an equivalent combination of education, training and work experience. Grade ND1. Wage Minimum $15.41/hr. 

This is a Part- Time position.

The Division of Infectious Diseases is seeking a Research Technologist II to support the new and ongoing research studies being performed in the division. The Research Technologist II will process clinical and research samples daily according to the established protocols, as well as perform quality control activities to ensure accurate and dependable results. This includes pre-analytic, analytic, and post-analytic testing activities related to PCR testing for atypical pneumonia, tickborne infections and COVID-19. As part of the laboratory team, the Medical Technologist will problem solve issues arising with the lab instruments, controls, or samples, in addition to assisting with developing new clinical and research testing procedures in response to any new activity in the lab.  As new studies are added, or as processes are streamlined, the Research Technologist II will need to communicate with other lab and research staff to ensure best practices are being followed for specimen collection and transportation. This position requires attention to detail, organization of multiple simultaneous process, and an understanding of how the laboratory is an essential component in the clinical research process.

ESSENTIAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES

• Perform laboratory testing on clinical and research specimens as established per protocol. Problem solves issues with instruments/controls/reagents/kits/samples. 
• Perform and maintain quality control records and test proficiency samples.
• Assist with the development of new procedures and processes for clinical and research testing.
• Communicate with research staff regarding best practices for collection and transportation of specimens.
• Provide training to lab staff and research staff as needed.
• Perform other duties as assigned.

The University of Louisville is an equal opportunity, affirmative action employer, and is committed to providing employment opportunities to all qualified applicants without regard to race, sex, age, color, national origin, ethnicity, creed, religion, disability, genetic information, sexual orientation, gender, gender identity and expression, marital status, pregnancy, or veteran status. If you are unable to use our online application process due to an impairment or disability, please contact the Employment team at employment@louisville.edu or 502.852.6258.

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Company info

University of Louisville
Medicine Dept
Website : http://www.louisville.edu