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Research Technician II - Georgetown University Medical Center

Georgetown University
Washington, DC Full Time
POSTED ON 4/3/2025
AVAILABLE BEFORE 5/1/2025
Georgetown University comprises two unique campuses in the nation’s capital. With the Hilltop Campus located in the heart of the historic Georgetown neighborhood, and the Capitol Campus, just minutes from the U.S. Capitol and U.S. Supreme Court, Georgetown University offers rigorous academic programs, a global perspective, and unparalleled opportunities to engage with Washington, D.C. Our community is a close-knit group of remarkable individuals driven by intellectual inquiry, a commitment to social justice, and a shared dedication to making a difference in the world.

Requirements

As a top academic health and science center in the United States, Georgetown University Medical Center seeks to provide, in a synergistic fashion, excellence in education — training physicians, nurses and other health care professionals, as well as biomedical scientists — and cutting-edge interdisciplinary research collaboration, enhancing our basic science and translational biomedical research capacity in order to improve human health. Emphasizing service, we are dedicated to the Catholic, Jesuit principle of cura personalis — “care of the whole person.” Our partnerships with organizations in the region strengthen our work and expand its reach.

Duties

The Research Technician II provides skilled medical technology and histology capabilities to support the scope of the pathology and histology services, and the research related functions and goals of the Histopathology and Tissue Shared Resource (HTSR) in the Lombardi Comprehensive Cancer Center. This position is part of the Human Tissue Bank, a sub-division of the HTSR. Daily duties include, but are not limited to:

  • Consent of surgical patients for excess tissue use, database entry and management, tissue procurement and distribution, electronic medical record review, and documentation of pathology information all in support of translational research studies.
  • Provide support of biomarker discovery and validation projects for translational research studies, as well as animal model research studies.
  • Prepare billing for completed work to ensure proper payment for services provided.
  • Perform all necessary functions in accordance with Georgetown University Medical Centers policies, procedures, and standards.

Work Interactions

This position supports translational and basic research projects including but not limited to Lombardi mission critical goals of biomarker discovery and validation. It requires cooperative interactions and seamless coordination with members of all 3 departmental sub-divisions within the HTSR, along with routine interaction with surgical pathology technicians, Pathology Assistants, and Pathology Residents. There is periodic interaction with surgery and anesthesia teams, ranging from technicians to medical doctors. The Research Technician II reports to HTSR Director, Assistant Directors, and the Human Tissue Bank Manager, and is not responsible for oversight of staff members in the laboratory.

Requirements And Qualifications

  • Bachelor’s Degree
  • Minimum of 2 years laboratory or clinical experience/skills, preferably with prior interaction with patients and knowledge of medical terminology
  • Aptitude for working with people and detailed oriented
  • Knowledge of anatomy and histology

Technical Qualifications Or Specialized Certifications

  • Proficient in Microsoft Office, spreadsheet applications and with file and database maintenance
  • Organized with initiative and problem solving ability
  • Typing and office experience and skills
  • Detail orientated and good communication skills, both verbal and written
  • Ability to document and keep complete records

Work Mode Designation

This position has been designated as On-Campus. Please note that work mode designations are regularly reviewed in order to meet the evolving needs of the University. Such review may necessitate a change to a position’s mode of work designation. Complete details about Georgetown University’s mode of work designations for staff and AAP positions can be found on the Department of Human Resources website: https://hr.georgetown.edu/mode-of-work-designation.

Pay Range

The projected salary or hourly pay range for this position which represents the full range of anticipated compensation is:

$17.92 - $26.80

Compensation is determined by a number of factors including, but not limited to, the candidate’s individual qualifications, experience, education, skills, and certifications, as well as the University’s business needs and external factors.

Current Georgetown Employees

If you currently work at Georgetown University, please exit this website and login to GMS (gms.georgetown.edu) using your Net ID and password. Then select the Career worklet on your GMS Home dashboard to view Jobs at Georgetown.

Submission Guidelines

Please note that in order to be considered an applicant for any position at Georgetown University you must submit a resume for each position of interest for which you believe you are qualified. Documents are not kept on file for future positions.

Need Assistance

If you are a qualified individual with a disability and need a reasonable accommodation for any part of the application and hiring process, please click here for more information, or contact the Office of Institutional Diversity, Equity, and Affirmative Action (IDEAA) at 202-687-4798 or ideaa@georgetown.edu.

Need some assistance with the application process? Please call 202-687-2500. For more information about the suite of benefits, professional development and community involvement opportunities that make up Georgetown's commitment to its employees, please visit the Georgetown Works website.

EEO Statement

Georgetown University is an Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action Employer fully dedicated to achieving a diverse faculty and staff. All qualified applicants are encouraged to apply and will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, national origin, age, sex (including pregnancy, gender identity and expression, and sexual orientation), disability status, protected veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by law.

Benefits

Georgetown University offers a comprehensive and competitive benefit package that includes medical, dental, vision, disability and life insurance, retirement savings, tuition assistance, work-life balance benefits, employee discounts and an array of voluntary insurance options. You can learn more about benefits and eligibility on the Department of Human Resources website.

Current Georgetown Employees

If you currently work at Georgetown University, please exit this website and login to GMS https://gms.georgetown.edu/ using your Net ID and password. Then select the Career worklet on your GMS Home dashboard to view Jobs at Georgetown.

Submission Guidelines

Please note that in order to be considered an applicant for any position at Georgetown University you must submit a cover letter and resume for each position of interest for which you believe you are qualified. These documents are not kept on file for future positions.

Need Assistance

If you are a qualified individual with a disability and need a reasonable accommodation for any part of the application and hiring process, please click https://ideaa.georgetown.edu/ada for more information, or contact the Office of Institutional Diversity, Equity, and Affirmative Action (IDEAA) at 202-687-4798 or ideaa@georgetown.edu.

Need some assistance with the application process? Please call 202-687-2500. For more information about the suite of benefits, professional development and community involvement opportunities that make up Georgetown's commitment to its employees, please visit the Georgetown Works website https://georgetownworks.georgetown.edu/

EEO Statement

Georgetown University is an Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action Employer fully dedicated to achieving a diverse faculty and staff. All qualified applicants are encouraged to apply and will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, national origin, age, sex (including pregnancy, gender identity and expression, and sexual orientation), disability status, protected veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by law https://www.dol.gov/ofccp/regs/compliance/posters/pdf/eeopost.pdf

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