Processing Laboratory Shift Lead I

Requisition Number: 3207

Position Title: Processing Laboratory Shift Lead I

External Description:

Summary:

The Processing Laboratory Shift Lead I, along with other technicians, performs the bulk of the study procedures. He/she performs technical, laboratory, and administrative procedures following Worldwide Clinical Trials (WCT) procedures and study protocol requirements.  The Processing Laboratory Shift Lead I works under the direct supervision and guidance of the Assistance Supervisor, Laboratory Services, and the Director, Laboratory Services. He/she is not responsible for supervising other staff.

 

Responsibilities:

Tasks may include but are not limited to:

• Collects/preps/processes lab samples (blood, urine, and other body fluids as needed) for monitoring studies and assures samples are processed per protocol as well as WCT procedures.
• Responsible for inventory (including labeling & ordering) and packaging of lab samples for shipment and assures study samples are packaged and shipped per protocol as well as the International Air Transport Association (IATA) regulations.
• Performs data review of co-workers to ensure accuracy.
• Performs administrative work as needed (check blood harvest logs, urine monitoring, and processing logs, labeling specimens for studies, etc.).
• Assists Lab Services Supervisor/Assistant Lab Services Supervisor in training PRN staff.
• Ensures lab equipment is calibrated and properly maintained and ensures safety equipment is available and performing (eyewash, PPE, etc.).
• Ensures the lab and all lab equipment is properly cleaned and disinfected.

Once trained, performs the following procedures following WCT procedures and study protocol requirements:

• Centrifuging Samples
• Breath Alcohol Concentration Testing
• Performs other procedures/duties not mentioned, as required by specific study protocols.
• Performs administrative work as needed (copying, filing, filling in CRFs, etc.).
• Responsible for requesting, scheduling, and attending any training required for this position.
• Completes all necessary training for their position, including SOPs, DOPs, and skill verification.
• Perform other duties as assigned. The duties and responsibilities listed above are representative of the nature and level of work assigned and are not necessarily all-inclusive.

Requirements:

• Required: At least 3 years as a lab technician

Preferred:

• One (1) year of experience with a four (4) year degree.
• Experience as a lab technician, or other medical background or course work.

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City:

State: Texas

Employment Type: Regular

Community / Marketing Title: Processing Laboratory Shift Lead I

Company Profile:

We’re a global, mid-size CRO that pushes boundaries, innovates and invents — because the path to a cure for the world’s most persist diseases is not paved by those who play it safe, but by those who take pioneering, creative approaches, and implement them with quality and excellence. We are experts, bright thinkers, dreamers and doers and, together, we are changing the way the world experiences CROs, in the best possible way.

Location_formattedLocationLong: San Antonio, Texas US

CountryEEOText_Description: Worldwide is an equal opportunity employer that is committed to enabling professionals from all backgrounds and experiences to succeed and, to that end, we prioritize attracting diverse talent and cultivating an inclusive environment that encourages collaboration and creativity. We provide equal employment opportunities to all employees and applicants regardless of race, color, ethnicity, ancestry, religion, national origin, gender, sex, gender identity or expression, sexual orientation, age, citizenship, marital or parental status, disability, military status, or other class protected by applicable law. Worldwide is committed to working with and providing reasonable accommodations to applicants with disabilities. We are proud to be an equal opportunity workplace where people thrive by being themselves and are inspired to do their best work every day.