Core Research Facility Technician II

Job No: 539752

Work Type: Full Time

Location: Main Campus (Gainesville, FL)

Categories: Biology/Life Science

Department: 29680242 - MD-CTSI SVC CTR BIOREPOSITORY

Job Description

Classification Title:

Core Rsch Facil Technician II

Classification Minimum Requirements:

High school diploma and 3 years of relevant experience. Core or technology specific licensure and/or certifications where applicable. Additionally yearly certificate and compliance training if required.

Job Description:

45% Procure and dissect tissue, bodily fluid and other specimens according to GLP Standards by

Following Appropriate SOPs:

• Identify patients who have consented for surgery through communication with CTSI Biorepository
  
  

regulatory staff.

• Coordinate with faculty surgeons, nursing staff, the operating room staff, and surgical pathology gross
  
  

room staff and other Biorepository team members to acquire tissue and other specimens.

• Procure, dissect, process and preserve human tissue, bodily fluid and other specimen types according
  
  

to standard operating procedure.

• Document relevant data on appropriate forms; enter data into the OnCore database; store the specimen
  
  

in appropriate location assist in the verification process of all specimens and data.

• Provide superior customer service to investigators and external clients by assisting with requested
  
  

services including distributing specimens, providing updated notification regarding procurement and

distribution process and following appropriate specimen handling and shipping procedures

• Perform quarterly QA procedures of Biorepository Library specimens as well as client specimens and
  
  

keep QA records up to date.

• Training of new Biorepository staff in all laboratory processes and procedures as well as performing
  
  

annual competency testing

• Create reports to identify sample locations for requested samples and utilize this information to complete
  
  

specimen requests.

• Direct the required pathologist confirmation of all outgoing specimens and assess feasibility of
  
  

distribution.

25% Day-to-day laboratory processes as well as training of new staff in CAP-accredited SOPs and

Requirements:

• Performing annual competency assessments of all staff
• Responsible for maintaining required regulatory documents in order and ensure that laboratory is
  
  

operating in accordance with the regulatory requirements of the University, EH&S, IRB requirements and

the College of American Pathologists Biorepository accreditation program;

• Establish and maintain positive and professional relationships with pathologists, physicians, nurses, OR
  
  

staff, surgical pathology staff and other medical and research professionals throughout the health system

in order to maintain and further Biorepository partnerships and relationships.

10% Monitor and document instrument/equipment performance used in the CTSI Biorepository

Laboratory. -Assist in daily/ weekly, monthly maintenance and schedule calibration of all necessary

equipment according to GLP Standards.

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• File CTSI Biorepository documents in the appropriate locations. Use of hazardous chemicals, liquid
  
  

nitrogen, and biohazardous materials. Supervise annual EHS & lab safety and biosafety inspections.

5% Assist in the writing and editing of the Standard Operating Procedures (SOP) and development of

forms used for CTSI Biorepository Laboratory processes.

• Perform all laboratory processes according to relevant issued SOP and document all data on appropriate
  
  

forms.

• Prepare deviation if processes not performed according to the issued SOPS. Perform bi-annual SOP
  
  

verification.

5% Establish and manage a strong, effective working relationship with multiple clinical and research

departments within Shands and the UF College of Medicine such as pathologists and other physicians,

nurses, OR staff, surgical pathology staff, Molecular Pathology Core and other medical and research

professionals.

5% Assess the status of sample shipments upon arrival, record relevant information on the appropriate

forms, enter data in the Biorepository database, store specimens in appropriate locations, and generate

appropriate reports to be sent to recipient sites according to the appropriate SOPs.

• Maintain up to date inventory for the CTSI Biorepository supplies and assist the supervisor as needed
  
  

including assessing the status of any shipment received in the CTSI Biorepository.

• Perform all processes according to Good Laboratory Practices (GLP) and CAP/CLIA accreditation
  
  

requirements following the appropriate Standard Operating Procedures (SOP).

Expected Salary:

$18.25-$19.50/hr.

Required Qualifications:

BA/BS in related scientific field required with hands-on experience in basic laboratory and scientific

methods. Alternatively, 3 years of experience in science related field with at least 2 years in core specific

applications.

Core or technology specific licensure and/or certifications where applicable. Additionally, yearly certificate

and compliance training if required.

Preferred:

• Research-based experience preferred.
• Experience working in research laboratory environment highly preferred.
• Analytical ability to assist in the development of standard operating procedures.
• Organizational skills to maintain flow of laboratory processes and track multiple studies and
  
  

clients simultaneously.

• Communication skills necessary to interact with all levels of staff (investigators, physicians, OR
  
  

staff, administrators, gross room staff, technicians, etc.) and external governing agencies.

• Ability to oversee laboratory projects and develop processes and procedures aligned with
  
  

intended Biorepository outcomes.

• Knowledge and understanding of human anatomy and physiology preferred
• Familiar with surgical pathology/ tissue dissection procedures;
• Familiar with human specimen processing and handling;
• Ability to work in a potentially stressful environment
• Ability to learn various aspects of laboratory operations
• Experienced with providing exceptional customer service within an academic healthcare setting
  
  

Special Instructions To Applicants:

In order to be considered, you must upload your cover letter and resume.

Application must be submitted by 11:55 p.m. (ET) of the posting end date.

This is a time limited position. The appointment may be renewable for multiple years, contingent upon research needs, funding availability, and satisfactory performance.

Health Assessment Required:

Yes

Applications Close: 08 May 2026

To apply, visit https://explore.jobs.ufl.edu/en-us/job/539752

Our Commitment:

The University of Florida is an Equal Employment Opportunity Employer.

Hiring is contingent on eligibility to work in the U.S. The University of Florida is a public institution and is subject to all requirements under Florida Sunshine and Public Record laws. If an accommodation due to a disability is needed to apply for this position, please call 352-392- 2477 or the Florida Relay System at 800-955-8771 (TDD) or visit Accessibility at UF.

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