Clinical Research Unit Lab Specialist

Work Schedule :

90% FTE, 36 Hours per week.

Shifts scheduled Monday - Friday between the hours of 7:30 am - 4:00 pm and 8:00 am - 4:30 pm.

Be part of something remarkable

Bring your lab experience to our remarkable clinical research team.

The Clinical Research Unit (CRU) is a dedicated research facility that conducts high quality clinical research that includes a sample processing laboratory.

We are seeking a Clinical Research Unit Lab Specialist to:


* Perform basic to moderately complex lab set-up and sample processing according to established protocols and procedures.


* Verify provider orders are entered for all research samples and UW Health labs required for upcoming CRU study visits.


* Receive research specimens and carefully check label and applicable paperwork for accuracy and completeness.


* Identify research kits needed for upcoming CRU visits and coordinate communication to study teams with CRU charge nurse.


* Create and maintain use of the CRU sample log on a daily basis, noting expected number of samples, samples obtained, stored, and tracking sample pick-up.

Education :

Minimum - High school diploma or equivalent

Preferred - Some post-secondary education in a healthcare or a related science field that may include course work in Medical Laboratory Technician, Cytotechnologist, Histotechnician or Medical Laboratory Scientist degree/certification.

Work Experience :

Minimum - Six months experience in lab or healthcare

Preferred - One year healthcare or lab related work experience Experience with sample collection and sample processing Experience with quality assurance and good laboratory practices

Licenses and Certifications :

Minimum -

Preferred -Medical Laboratory Technician (MLT) or equivalent

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UW Health is committed to fostering a workplace that creates belonging for everyone and is an Equal Employment Opportunity (EEO) employer.

Our respect for people shines through patient care interactions and our daily work practices as we work to embrace the knowledge, unique perspectives and qualities each employee and faculty member brings to work each day.

It is the policy of UW Health to provide equal opportunities to all qualified applicants without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, age, protected veteran or disabled status, or genetic information.

University Hospital in Madison is a Magnet®-designated facility that's ranked Wisconsin's #1 hospital and considered one of the nation's leading hospitals, teaching institutions and referral centers.

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