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.