Research Scientist​/Engineer ; Temporary

Position: Research Scientist/Engineer 1 (Temporary)

Duties and Responsibilities

Work closely with Department of Pathology personnel in the processing of specimens removed at surgery with the goal of tumor tissue acquisition: 10%

• Master techniques of tumor dissection following training by the genitourinary pathologist.
• Utilize excellent eye-hand coordination in tissue dissection and pay exceptional attention to detailed protocols for tissue acquisition and processing.
• Accommodate frequent changes in the operating room schedule, which will necessitate working a variable, on demand, schedule, and varying locations.
• Lead an on-call rapid Tissue Acquisition Necropsy (TAN) team.
• Rotate (every third week) as a leader of a TAN team.
• Coordinate the arrival of the patient, physicians, and team to the morgue and oversee the collection.
• Assist with the processing of samples, ensure all documentation is complete and accurate, and arrange for final transportation of the patient.
• The TAN program necessitates that the applicant be in the laboratory within two hours of being paged. Each laboratory member participates in approximately 4-5 rapid autopsies per year.

Tissue Processing and Standard Histology

• There will be the need for the successful applicant to be sufficiently adept with techniques in histology (fixing, decalcification, sectioning, and staining of tissue), so as to make modifications to suit the particular research study with minimal guidance from the supervisor.

Blood and Urine Collection and Processing for clinical trials and research

• Utilize excellent attention to detail while logging human subjects consent forms, assigning lab IDs, and following clinical study protocols.
• Use appropriate precautions while isolating serum, buffy coat, and/or plasma from blood specimens and processing urine samples.
• Apply exceptional organizational skill and attention to detail when working with multiple protocols for sample acquisition and processing.
• Contribute to the maintenance and organization of the Biospecimen freezers and arrange occasional shipping of specimens to Study Sites.

Collection and Documentation of Data

• Must be very attentive to detail and keep highly accurate records of specimens received and processed.
• Demonstrate proficiency in data collection and input of data into databases. Complement these tasks with ability to run database queries to retrieve selected and sorted data.

Other Related Duties

• Interact in a collaborative manner with other team members to accomplish organizational goals and provide ideas for improved efficiency. Define and improve practices from experiences on small projects.
• Learn new techniques as required for optimal job performance.

Minimum Requirements

• A Bachelor's degree in the basic biological sciences is required with an emphasis in one of the biology disciplines.
• One year of relevant experience, OR equivalent combination of education/experience.
• Familiarity with spreadsheets and databases.

Desirable Qualifications

• Experience in the handling and processing of human tissues and blood is highly desired but not a requirement.
• Experience working with clinical databases and/or EPIC systems is desirable.

Conditions of Employment

• Must be able to work under limited supervision to complete assigned tasks/projects and demonstrate an ability to work independently.
• This position requires flexibility in the working hours, including extension into the evening when mandates by processing of specimens, and on occasion requires working outside of the standard workweek.

Compensation, Benefits and Position Details Pay Range Minimum

$56,448.00 annual

Pay Range Maximum

$56,448.00 annual

Other Compensation

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Benefits

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Shift

First Shift (United States of America)

Temporary or Regular?

This is a temporary position

FTE (Full-Time Equivalent)

100.00%

Union/Bargaining Unit

Not Applicable

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