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43476BR

Extended Job Title:

Medical Research Tech III

Org Level 1:

Texas Tech Unv Hlth Sci Ctr El Paso

Position Description:

Employee will support the research core laboratory. Responsibilities include ensuring the ethical, safe and high-quality

handling of human specimens through detailed processing, storage, documentation of the samples, as well as the overall cleanliness of the laboratory and laboratory equipment, and ordering and maintaining an adequate stock of necessary supplies. Some hazards may be present due to use of radioactive, carcinogenic or other potentially harmful substances. May instruct or direct work of subordinate laboratory personnel.

Requisition ID:

43476BR

Travel Required:

Up to 25%

Major/Essential Functions:

+ Obtain informed consent from research participants/patients in accordance to study protocols.

+ Ensure compliance within the IRB protocol and necessary documentation.

+ Actively work to recruit clinics and physicians with patient pool who potentially fall within the premise of the study.

+ Support and maintain the biorepository operations.

+ Collect and document human tissue samples.

+ Perform quality control assessments on specimens.

+ Record and maintain electronic sample data and processing details (Freezer works).

+ Maintain and assist with the operation and upkeep of flow cytometry equipment.

+ Responsible for routine laboratory maintenance and ensure cleanliness and compliance with safety standards.

+ Order, receive and maintain inventory of laboratory supplies.

+ Remain current with all licensure, certifications, and mandatory compliance and training requirements for this position.

+ Adhere to all policies, procedures, and practices (Regents Rules, TTUS, HSCEP OPs, etc.).

+ Personally demonstrate, display and act in accordance with TTUHSC EP's Values (Service, Respect, Accountability, Integrity, Advancement, and Teamwork). Serve as a Value's leader while actively promoting and encouraging staff across the institution.

+ Perform all other duties as assigned.

Grant Funded?:

No

Minimum Hire Rate:

Compensation is commensurate upon the qualifications of the individual

Pay Basis:

Hourly

Work Location:

El Paso

Preferred Qualifications:

+ Bilingual (English/Spanish)

Campus:

HSC - El Paso

Department:

Molecular and Trans Medicine

Required Attachments:

Cover Letter, Resume / CV, Transcript

Job Type:

Full Time

Pay Statement:

Compensation is commensurate upon the qualifications of the individual selected and budgetary guidelines of the hiring department, as well as, the institutional pay plan. For additional information, please reference the institutional pay plan on the Human Resources webpage.

Job Group:

Research Technicians

Shift:

Day

EEO Statement:

All qualified applicants will be considered for employment without regard to sex, race, color, national origin, religion, age, disability, protected veteran status, or genetic information.

Required Qualifications:

+ Bachelor's degree in one of the sciences, or equivalent combination (4 years) of job-related experience and college education.

+ Experience may be substituted for college education on a year for year basis.

Does this position work in a research laboratory?:

Yes

Are select agents used in this laboratory?:

No

Jeanne Clery Act:

The Jeanne Clery Disclosure of Campus Security Policy and Campus Crime Statistics Act is a federal statute requiring colleges and universities participating in federal financial aid programs to maintain and disclose campus crime statistics and security information. By October 1 of each year, institutions must publish and distribute their Annual Campus Security Policy & Crime Statistics Report (ASR) to current and prospective students and employees. You can locate this report through our website at: https://www.ttuhsc.edu/emergency/clery-report.aspx