Clinical Laboratory Technician - Siteman Cancer Center

Position Summary The Siteman Cancer Center is seeking an organized and motivated individual to join the Tissue Procurement Core. This role involves interacting with staff and research investigators on the medical school campus to perform a broad range of laboratory tasks that support research studies. Schedule Scheduled Hours: 40 hours per week. Primary Duties & Responsibilities Performs routine assays according to laboratory standard operating procedures, including instrument maintenance and minor troubleshooting; may perform special assays with supervision by a senior medical technologist or supervisor. Uses blood processing techniques that include traditional centrifugation approaches to separate whole blood into serum, plasma, white blood cells, and more sophisticated approaches (i.e., Ficoll processing) to separate blood into liquid and specific cellular fractions. Uses tissue processing techniques that include snap‑freezing tissue specimens and preparing/embedding specimens for frozen sectioning. Provides section cross‑coverage as needed for other job functions within the Processing section to ensure continued laboratory operations (e.g., storage, retrieval, distribution of clinical biospecimens). Recognizes problem situations and participates in problem solving; informs supervisor of unusual situations and requests technical assistance. May assist with validation of new assays; compiles data for supervisory review; utilizes database, spreadsheet and word processing programs. Complies with all regulatory and client requirements for testing and documentation. Demonstrates a general understanding of assay methods and clinical relevance; participates in relevant continuing education. Assists supervisor with other duties and special projects as needed. Monitors and evaluates laboratory supplies to ensure consistent and adequate supply for laboratory activities, assisting with general supply orders. Participates in the On‑Call program for monitoring storage equipment and environmental systems required for storage of biospecimens (non‑business hours). Provides cross‑functional support in other areas of the laboratory (biospecimen kit assembly, histology, molecular, and specimen inventory management). Performs Quality Control and Quality Assurance functions for biorepository activities defined in the TPC Quality Management System. Reviews, revises, and complies with all laboratory Standard Operating Procedures and other controlled documents, incident reporting and investigation, implementation of Corrective and Preventative Action (CAPA), maintenance of training records, and compliance with all laboratory safety procedures. Working Conditions Normal office environment Ability to travel to various on‑ and off‑campus locations Typically sitting at a desk or table Office equipment The above statements describe the general nature and level of work performed by people in this classification. They are not intended to be construed as an exhaustive list of all job duties performed by the personnel classified as such. Management reserves the right to revise or amend duties at any time. Education – Required Qualifications Associate degree. Certifications / Professional Licenses No specific certification/professional license is required for this position. Work Experience No specific work experience is required for this position. Skills Medical Laboratory Technology Driver’s License A driver's license is not required for this position. Preferred Qualifications Bachelor’s degree in physical life science and clinical laboratory experience. ASCP registry or equivalent. Demonstrated ability to perform tasks in an organized and systematic manner. Ongoing interaction with faculty, trainees, and staff in the Siteman Cancer Center and Washington University School of Medicine. Aptitude for patience, professionalism, tactfulness and empathy for needs of scientific investigators and the ability to communicate and represent the Tissue Procurement Core and Siteman Cancer Center in a professional manner. B.S. – Bachelor of Science – General Sciences, Bachelor of Science – Life Sciences. Medical Technologist, Ascp – American Society for Clinical Pathology (ASCP). Assay, Clinical Laboratory Operations, Detail‑Oriented, Equipment Maintenance, Growth Development, Medical Laboratories, Microsoft Excel, Prioritization, Regulatory Requirements, Task Organization, Team Collaboration, Troubleshooting. Grade C07‑H Salary Range $19.21 – $28.85 per hour. Benefits Personal Up to 22 days of vacation, 10 recognized holidays, and sick time. Competitive health insurance packages with priority appointments and lower copays/coinsurance. Free Metro transit U‑Pass for eligible employees. Defined contribution (403(b)) Retirement Savings Plan, with employee contributions and university contributions starting at 7%. Wellness Wellness challenges, annual health screenings, mental health resources, mindfulness programs and courses, employee assistance program (EAP), financial resources, access to dietitians, and more. Family 4 weeks of caregiver leave to bond with new child; family care resources for continued childcare needs; coverage for adult care. WashU covers the cost of tuition for you and your family, including dependent undergraduate‑level college tuition up to 100% at WashU and 40% elsewhere after seven years with us. EEO Statement Washington University in St. Louis is committed to the principles and practices of equal employment opportunity. It is the University’s policy to provide equal opportunity and access to persons in all job titles without regard to race, ethnicity, color, national origin, citizenship (where prohibited by federal law), age, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, disability, protected veteran status, or genetic information. #J-18808-Ljbffr Washington University in St. Louis