What are the responsibilities and job description for the Lab Technician position at Frontage Laboratories?
Laboratory Technician
Title: Laboratory Technician
Location: Secaucus, NJ
Reports to: Laboratory Manager
Full-time
Frontage Laboratories Inc. is an award winning, full-service, CRO/Contract Research Organization operating over 25 state-of-the-art laboratories across the US, Canada and China. Our core competencies include drug metabolism, pharmacokinetics/ pharmacodynamics (PK/PD), safety and toxicology, bioanalytical services, chemistry and manufacturing controls for drug development, and core laboratory services for clinical trials.
Position/Job Summary:
The laboratory technician performs a variety of laboratory procedures as required by the study protocol. Laboratory technicians are responsible for assisting the Laboratory Manager, Principal Investigator, Clinical Research Coordinators, and other medical professionals in the preparation and handling of specimens, analyzing results, and maintaining laboratory equipment. Laboratory Technicians ensure accuracy, quality control, and adherence to safety protocols, contributing directly to scientific research, development of new products, or medical diagnostics.
Roles & Responsibilities:
- Performs laboratory procedures (e.g., preparation for admission testing, safety labs, and processing of biological specimen samples, shipment of samples and documentation of sample processing steps, etc.) as required by study protocol under the supervision of the Clinical Research Coordinator, Principal Investigator, and Sub-Investigators.
- Develop a high level of familiarity and knowledge of the study protocol and flow chart of study procedures. Develop a strategy for implementing study procedures in compliance with study protocols.
- Prepares sample tubes and labels for the collection of biological specimens, processes, and packages biological specimens for shipment.
- Reviews sample pick up and refrigerator log.
- Monitors freezers and refrigerators through the REES temperature monitoring system and responds to alerts to protect samples.
- Updates freezer inventory.
- Evaluates and reviews laboratory study data to ensure accuracy and completeness.
- Assist Lab Manager in any task as needed.
Education, Experience & Skills Required:
- Associate or BS in biology, chemistry, or related area, or completion and certification of Lab Technician course from an accredited or allied health training school.
- 1 year of experience in clinical research or related medical field.
- Proficiency in laboratory techniques and laboratory equipment operation
- Good communication skills
- Excellent organization and planning skills.
Salary and Benefits:
Frontage Laboratories offers a competitive compensation and benefits package including health and dental insurance, a 401(k) plan, disability insurance, and life insurance.
Frontage Laboratories Inc. is an equal opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, religion, color, national origin, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, age, status as a protected veteran, among other things, or status as a qualified individual with disability
