Research
Specialist #61879 – EUHM CTP/CTO – reporting to Jennifer Robertson
JOB DESCRIPTION: Under general
supervision, performs a variety of defined research and laboratory tests and
experiments according to prescribed protocols and assigned schedules. Sets up
experiments as prescribed by a principal investigator. May be required to
participate in laboratory maintenance activities such as sterilization and
cleaning of equipment, ordering of supplies, inventory and media preparation.
Maintains records, files and logs of work performed in laboratory notebooks and
computer databases. Compiles data and records results of studies for
publications, grants and seminar presentations. Employees in this
classification may be required to work with, take specific precautions against
and/or be immunized against potentially hazardous agents. Performs related
responsibilities as required by principal investigator.
MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS: Bachelor's degree in a scientific field OR equivalent
combination of experience, education, and training.
ADDITIONAL JOB DETAILS: This position provides laboratory support
to both the Winship Cancer Institute Cancer Tissue & Pathology Shared
Resource (CTPSR) and the Clinical Trials Office (CTO). This research specialist
will work in a multidisciplinary team focused on providing high quality human
biological specimens for research. Under supervision will perform technical
laboratory activities related to the collection, processing, storage, and
distribution of human solid tissues, whole blood, and other specimens. This position will be primarily
located at the Emory Midtown location and will
involve teamwork with surgeons, operating room personnel,
research coordinators/assistants and pathology staff to facilitate
expeditious procurement, harvesting, archiving and disbursement of solid human
tissue, whole blood, and other human biological specimens from the operating
rooms and clinics for approved research. Will be responsible for processing
hematologic patient specimens into plasma, serum, and PBMCs, and performing
other study-specific procedures. Coordinates all tissue banking activities and manages and maintains the
multiple databases at the site. Maintains chain of custody and follows
established procedures and standards of tissue procurement to ensure
productivity and quality control of tissue acquisition. Responsible for
managing associated data in order to produce reliable analytical reports of
specimens procured at the site. Maintain acceptable production &
quality levels, and provides input and recommends alternative methods
to facilitate and/or improve services to researchers. All work performed
in accordance with standard operating procedures and regulatory and quality
control guidelines. Must complete required training modules, demonstrate
knowledge and ability to follow standard processes. Conducts and develops
interpersonal relationships with professionalism and diplomacy. Follows the
direction of the manager and/or directors and maintains communication regarding
ongoing activities of the bank. Other duties as defined by management.
Must follow work schedule as defined by management. This position will
also involve some travel to other sites within the Emory system. Excellent
customer service skills required. Successful candidates will have a bachelor’s
degree in a life science and a strong research background. Experience with gross
anatomy and processing of hematological specimens is highly preferred.