Job Description

Overview

As a member of the Clinical Research Center (CRC) team, the Laboratory and Safety Assistant will be responsible for supporting the collection, processing, cataloging, and storage of multiple specimens in accordance with clinical research protocols and procedures. Duties will include oversight, general maintenance, and quality control of laboratory equipment, as well as inventory, ordering and maintenance of Clinical Research Center supplies.

Hours are 7:00 am-3:30 pm Monday-Friday.

As a health care organization, we have the responsibility to do everything in our power to care for and protect our patients, our colleagues and our communities. Beth Israel Lahey Health requires that all staff be vaccinated against influenza (flu) and COVID-19 as a condition of employment.

Responsibilities

Clinical Research Center (CRC)

Provide general support for laboratory procedures related to clinical research protocols including sorting, labeling, storing and/or shipment of multiple specimens.

Set up and maintain study specific research specimen databases, such as Freezerworks.

Assist study personnel and CRC staff in compiling study specific paperwork, labeling preparation for specimen collection, and sample coding for Freezerworks storage including retrieval of bio specimens from long-term cold storage.

Attend CRC study start-up meetings to become familiar with protocols, protocol-specific specimen processing procedures and maintains/updates CRC Processing Manual.

Assist study staff and/or perform point of care testing.

Process and prepare specimens and requisitions for samples going to both the clinic laboratory and outside reference laboratories.

Perform quality control measures on CRC equipment and storage units.

Oversees the general maintenance of equipment and processing areas.

Coordinate the ordering and maintain the inventory of laboratory and patient care supplies and stocks. Assure appropriate supply and storage of laboratory items (special preservatives, etc.), rotate stock supplies to ensure that all are used before their expiration dates, and that expired supplies/materials are not used and disposed of properly.

Other duties as assigned.

Safety Office

Provide general support to the Safety Office, including but not limited to: filing, record keeping, ordering of supplies to maintain safety systems, and general maintenance of safety equipment.

Become familiar with OSHA, NIH, COMS, and MaRCP regulations - for safe handling of hazardous materials.

Assist the Safety Officer with maintaining compliance with all local, state, and federal regulations and requirements for the institution.

Assist the Safety Officer with waste management tasks for chemical, radiological, and biological materials.

Assist with the support of safety compliance and waste management in the various clinical settings (Adult Diabetes, Pediatrics, Beetham Eye Institute (BEI), and the CRC).

Assist and support Joslin’s fire safety program.

Assist with incident/injury investigations and ergonomic assessments.

Function and participate in monthly Safety Committee meetings.

Function and participate in emergency response to hazardous material spills.

Other duties as assigned.

Qualifications

Associate’s degree or equivalent relevant experience; Bachelor’s degree preferred
Minimum 1 year of relevant experience – with routine clinical and laboratory processing procedures. Biomedical research environment preferred.
Intermediate computer skills, includes knowledge of Microsoft Office Suite
Strong communication (verbal and written), interpersonal, and organizational skills
Self-motivated and possess good judgment in decision making
Ability to work independently and with departments throughout Joslin
Maintain confidentially (internally and externally), and with excellent judgment.
Strong attention to detail; ability to track, organize, prioritize, and/or escalate tasks accordingly
Maintain confidentially (internally and externally)
Use appropriate safety (lifting, handling, etc.) techniques, especially for hazardous -chemical, biological, and radiological- materials.
Physical requirements include the ability to
bend, squat, reach, lift and move boxes as heavy as <50 lbs.
Follow OSHA, NIH, COMS, and MaRCP regulations
Knowledge and practice of Universal Precautions and good laboratory practice.
Knowledge and practice of safety equipment and measures.

This job was posted on Thu Mar 07 2024 and expired on Fri Mar 22 2024.

Minimum $39K /yr

$43K /yr Average

Maximum $47K /yr

Tasks

Conduct chemical analyses of body fluids, such as blood or urine, using microscope or automatic analyzer to detect abnormalities or diseases and enter findings into computer.

Analyze the results of tests or experiments to ensure conformity to specifications, using special mechanical or electrical devices.

Set up, maintain, calibrate, clean, and test sterility of medical laboratory equipment.

Prepare standard volumetric solutions or reagents to be combined with samples, following standardized formulas or experimental procedures.

Collect blood or tissue samples from patients, observing principles of asepsis to obtain blood sample.

Supervise or instruct other technicians or laboratory assistants.

Conduct blood tests for transfusion purposes and perform blood counts.

Inoculate fertilized eggs, broths, or other bacteriological media with organisms.

Obtain specimens, cultivating, isolating, and identifying microorganisms for analysis.

Examine cells stained with dye to locate abnormalities.

Consult with a pathologist to determine a final diagnosis when abnormal cells are found.

Cut, stain, and mount tissue samples for examination by pathologists.

Perform medical research to further control or cure disease.

Test raw materials, processes, or finished products to determine quality or quantity of materials or characteristics of a substance.

Analyze and record test data to issue reports that use charts, graphs, or narratives.

Skills

Reading Comprehension - Understanding written sentences and paragraphs in work related documents.

Active Listening - Giving full attention to what other people are saying, taking time to understand the points being made, asking questions as appropriate, and not interrupting at inappropriate times.

Writing - Communicating effectively in writing as appropriate for the needs of the audience.

Speaking - Talking to others to convey information effectively.

Science - Using scientific rules and methods to solve problems.

Critical Thinking - Using logic and reasoning to identify the strengths and weaknesses of alternative solutions, conclusions or approaches to problems.

Monitoring - Monitoring/Assessing performance of yourself, other individuals, or organizations to make improvements or take corrective action.

Instructing - Teaching others how to do something.

Complex Problem Solving - Identifying complex problems and reviewing related information to develop and evaluate options and implement solutions.

Operation Monitoring - Watching gauges, dials, or other indicators to make sure a machine is working properly.

Quality Control Analysis - Conducting tests and inspections of products, services, or processes to evaluate quality or performance.

Time Management - Managing one's own time and the time of others.

Knowledge

Clerical - Knowledge of administrative and clerical procedures and systems such as word processing, managing files and records, stenography and transcription, designing forms, and other office procedures and terminology.

Customer and Personal Service - Knowledge of principles and processes for providing customer and personal services. This includes customer needs assessment, meeting quality standards for services, and evaluation of customer satisfaction.

Mathematics - Knowledge of arithmetic, algebra, geometry, calculus, statistics, and their applications.

Chemistry - Knowledge of the chemical composition, structure, and properties of substances and of the chemical processes and transformations that they undergo. This includes uses of chemicals and their interactions, danger signs, production techniques, and disposal methods.

Biology - Knowledge of plant and animal organisms, their tissues, cells, functions, interdependencies, and interactions with each other and the environment.

Medicine and Dentistry - Knowledge of the information and techniques needed to diagnose and treat human injuries, diseases, and deformities. This includes symptoms, treatment alternatives, drug properties and interactions, and preventive health-care measures.

English Language - Knowledge of the structure and content of the English language including the meaning and spelling of words, rules of composition, and grammar.

Public Safety and Security - Knowledge of relevant equipment, policies, procedures, and strategies to promote effective local, state, or national security operations for the protection of people, data, property, and institutions.