What are the responsibilities and job description for the Clinical Research Technologist II position at Nemours?
Job Description
Nemours is seeking a Clinical Research Technologist II to join our Nemours Children's Health team in Wilmington, DE.
The Biobank and Molecular Analysis Program (BMAP) at Nemours Children’s Health is seeking a full-time, Clinical Research Technologist II, to perform a primary specimen processing role in our CAP accredited program. This individual will work under supervision of BMAP leadership team, and perform some assignments independently as discussed and approved by senior lab staff. The Clinical Research Technologist II will conduct routine specimen processing for both internally and externally funded projects of interest to the laboratory, including blood fractionation and specimen preservation, mononuclear cell extraction, and tissue culture. Additional responsibilities include assisting in processing clinical trial specimens, as well as assisting senior laboratory staff in the processing of core facility specimens and specialized instrumentation for molecular biology (such as nucleic acid extraction/QC and PCR) and genomic applications. Maintains both handwritten and computerized records of work performed. Assists in implementation of new laboratory protocols and processes, maintenance of lab equipment, and monitors supplies. Performs safety functions in the lab, including testing of equipment. Performs basic data analysis; prepares tables/charts/graphs and assists in organizing data. Participates in research laboratory meetings.
Essential Functions
Bachelor of Science Degree required
Laboratory Experience Preferred
ABOUT US
Nemours Children’s Health is an internationally recognized children’s health system. With more than 1.7 million patient encounters annually, we provide medical care in five states through two freestanding state-of-the-art children’s hospitals — Nemours Children’s Hospital, Delaware and Nemours Children’s Hospital, Florida. Our pediatric network includes 80 primary-urgent-and specialty care practices and more than 40 hospitalists serving 19 affiliated hospitals. We generate annual revenues of more than $1.7 billion derived from patient services, contributions from the Alfred I. DuPont Trust, as well as other income.
As one of the nation's premier pediatric health systems, we’re on a journey to discover better ways of approaching children’s health. Putting as much focus on prevention as cures and working hand in hand with the community to make every child’s world a place to thrive. It’s a journey that extends beyond our nationally recognized clinical treatment to an entire integrated spectrum of research, advocacy, education, and prevention, leading to the healthiest generations of children ever.
Inclusion and belonging guide our growth and strategy. We are looking for individuals who are passionate about, and committed to, leading efforts to provide culturally relevant care, reducing health disparities, and helping build an inclusive and supportive environment. All of our associates are expected to ensure that these philosophies are embedded in their day-to-day work with colleagues, patients and families.
To learn more about Nemours Children’s and how we go well beyond medicine, visit us at www.nemours.org .
Nemours is seeking a Clinical Research Technologist II to join our Nemours Children's Health team in Wilmington, DE.
The Biobank and Molecular Analysis Program (BMAP) at Nemours Children’s Health is seeking a full-time, Clinical Research Technologist II, to perform a primary specimen processing role in our CAP accredited program. This individual will work under supervision of BMAP leadership team, and perform some assignments independently as discussed and approved by senior lab staff. The Clinical Research Technologist II will conduct routine specimen processing for both internally and externally funded projects of interest to the laboratory, including blood fractionation and specimen preservation, mononuclear cell extraction, and tissue culture. Additional responsibilities include assisting in processing clinical trial specimens, as well as assisting senior laboratory staff in the processing of core facility specimens and specialized instrumentation for molecular biology (such as nucleic acid extraction/QC and PCR) and genomic applications. Maintains both handwritten and computerized records of work performed. Assists in implementation of new laboratory protocols and processes, maintenance of lab equipment, and monitors supplies. Performs safety functions in the lab, including testing of equipment. Performs basic data analysis; prepares tables/charts/graphs and assists in organizing data. Participates in research laboratory meetings.
Essential Functions
- Perform routine lab processes, protocols and functions independently as assigned.
- Understand and demonstrates safe use and operation of lab equipment.
- Understand and is knowledgeable of Nemours safety policies, procedures and ensures all lab safety requirements are met.
- Engage in and actively follows the five Nemours Associate Core Competencies – Cultural Stewardship; Relationship Management; Commitment to Improvement and Quality; Effective Communication and Champions Change.
- Completes annual Nemours mandatory training as assigned.
- Perform additional miscellaneous duties and responsibilities, as may be assigned from time to time by associate’s supervisor.
Bachelor of Science Degree required
Laboratory Experience Preferred
ABOUT US
Nemours Children’s Health is an internationally recognized children’s health system. With more than 1.7 million patient encounters annually, we provide medical care in five states through two freestanding state-of-the-art children’s hospitals — Nemours Children’s Hospital, Delaware and Nemours Children’s Hospital, Florida. Our pediatric network includes 80 primary-urgent-and specialty care practices and more than 40 hospitalists serving 19 affiliated hospitals. We generate annual revenues of more than $1.7 billion derived from patient services, contributions from the Alfred I. DuPont Trust, as well as other income.
As one of the nation's premier pediatric health systems, we’re on a journey to discover better ways of approaching children’s health. Putting as much focus on prevention as cures and working hand in hand with the community to make every child’s world a place to thrive. It’s a journey that extends beyond our nationally recognized clinical treatment to an entire integrated spectrum of research, advocacy, education, and prevention, leading to the healthiest generations of children ever.
Inclusion and belonging guide our growth and strategy. We are looking for individuals who are passionate about, and committed to, leading efforts to provide culturally relevant care, reducing health disparities, and helping build an inclusive and supportive environment. All of our associates are expected to ensure that these philosophies are embedded in their day-to-day work with colleagues, patients and families.
To learn more about Nemours Children’s and how we go well beyond medicine, visit us at www.nemours.org .
