Clinical Laboratory Technician

Clinical Laboratory Technician Project: Clinical Research Study Location: Temple, Texas Schedule: Day shift, up to 40 hours per week Duration: Temporary Pay Rate: $23.00-$28.00 per hour Immediate Need: Looking for someone to start right away to cross-train with the current employee on PCR, pipetting, and Flu/COVID vaccine studies. Position Overview We are seeking a dedicated and flexible ClinicalLaboratory Technician to support an ongoing Flu/COVID clinical research study. Working within a hospital laboratory environment alongside a team of approximately 20 professionals, you will perform various laboratory procedures, basic research, lab maintenance, and administrative duties under the direction of the Lab Supervisor. Key Responsibilities Daily Operations & Maintenance: Responsible for general day-to-day operations of the lab, general laboratory maintenance according to SOPs, and inventory management. Assays & Research: Perform assays and research procedures (including PCR, pipetting, staining, and aliquoting) according to laboratory Standard Operating Procedures (SOPs). Quality & Compliance: Execute general quality control/assurance functions, follow SOPs meticulously, document protocol deviations, and report problems to appropriate personnel. Training & Collaboration: Participate in lab meetings and teach lab protocols and safety procedures to other lab members. Project Support: Assist in coordinating the technical direction of work to ensure effective and cost-efficient completion of the research project. Administrative Duties: Help with supply requisitioning, scheduling equipment service, distributing work assignments, and monitoring expenditures. Compliance & Education: Fulfill continuing education and regulatory requirements related to research performed, including safety and compliance training. Key Success Factors Proficiency in basic lab techniques, including pipetting and PCR . Ability to perform basic lab maintenance tasks and maintain equipment according to SOPs. Strong knowledge of quality control principles and safety practices related to the work performed. Skilled in using computer software related to research needs. Capable of instructing others in laboratory and safety protocols. Flexibility with work hours to accommodate sample processing needs. Qualifications Education: Bachelor’s degree in Life Science (or post‑secondary biological science education). Experience: 1–2 years of laboratory experience. Immunization Requirements: May require Hepatitis B (HB) and Influenza (flu) vaccinations. #J-18808-Ljbffr Kelly Services-Portugal