Life Science Research Professional Biobank Technician

Tekberry is looking for a highly qualified and motivated Life Science Research Professional/Biobank Technician to work onsite with our client, Stanford University, in Stanford, CA.

As a Tekberry employee, you will have access to health benefits, including medical, dental, vision, and 401(k) options, subject to eligibility.

The Life Science Research Professional/Biobank Technician will support the Bone Marrow and Cellular Therapy Division within the University's School of Medicine. This position is responsible for specimen collection, processing, storage, shipment, research documentation, and general laboratory maintenance.

The ideal candidate is organized, detail-oriented, and dependable, with strong interpersonal skills and the ability to work collaboratively with clinical and research teams. Previous wet laboratory experience and familiarity with clinical research procedures are beneficial.

• Collect, maintain, and organize study participant consent forms according to established research protocols.
• Coordinate study specimen collection and processing, including assembling research kits and placing orders for study visits.
• Collect and distribute research specimens from inpatient and outpatient clinical locations to designated research teams.
• Prepare, process, package, and ship biological specimens accurately according to established protocols and requirements.
• Transfer, store, maintain, and retrieve cryopreserved specimens using liquid nitrogen tanks and -80 C freezers.
• Maintain accurate patient and laboratory data for clinical research projects.
• Update research databases, develop tracking spreadsheets and flow sheets, and complete study documentation and case report forms.
• Support laboratory operations, including inventory management, laboratory supply stocking, chemical inventory, and safety documentation.
• Maintain organized laboratory workspaces and follow established safety and specimen-handling procedures.
• Assist with training and orientation of new employees or students on laboratory techniques and procedures as needed.
• Communicate effectively with clinical staff, research teams, and other stakeholders to ensure timely specimen collection and processing.
• Follow established research protocols, laboratory procedures, and institutional safety requirements.

Required:

• Two-year college degree and two years of related experience, a bachelor's degree in a related field, or an equivalent combination of education and relevant experience.
• Relevant experience in laboratory operations, specimen handling, clinical research, or a related field.
• Strong interpersonal and communication skills.
• Ability to work effectively as part of a team.
• Excellent organizational skills and attention to detail.
• Proficiency in Microsoft Office applications.
• Knowledge of medical terminology.
• Ability to follow detailed research protocols, maintain accurate documentation, and complete assigned tasks on time.
• Ability to work onsite five days per week.

Preferred:

• Bachelor's degree in biology, life sciences, or a related scientific field.
• Previous wet laboratory or clinical research experience.
• Experience collecting, processing, storing, or shipping biological specimens.
• Familiarity with biobanking procedures, cryopreservation, liquid nitrogen storage, and -80 C freezers.
• Experience maintaining laboratory databases, specimen tracking records, and research documentation.

• Work onsite in a laboratory and clinical research environment.
• Frequently stand, walk, bend, twist, stoop, squat, and perform fine motor tasks.
• Occasionally lift, carry, push, or pull objects weighing up to 40 pounds.
• May work in areas involving hazardous materials, chemicals, blood, bodily fluids, tissues, or potential exposure to infectious materials.
• Follow all laboratory safety procedures and institutional policies.
• Occasional extended or unusual work hours may be required based on research needs.
• Reasonable accommodations will be provided in accordance with applicable law.

We need hard-working, reliable employees. Tekberry offers competitive compensation and benefits for eligible employees, including medical, dental, vision, and 401(k) options.

Tekberry is an Equal Opportunity Employer committed to providing equal employment opportunities to all qualified applicants without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, age, disability, veteran status, or any other legally protected status.

Tekberry is a certified Minority Business Enterprise (MBE) and Disadvantaged Business Enterprise (DBE).

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