Job Title

Biobank Technician

Position Number

8150774

Job Category

University Staff

Job Type

Full-Time

FLSA Status

Non-Exempt

Campus

Maywood-Health Sciences Campus

Department Name

CLINICAL RESEARCH OFFICE

Location Code

CLINICAL RESEARCH OFFICE (06124A)

Is this split and/or fully grant funded?

Yes

Duties and Responsibilities

The Biobank Technician will carry out the efficient daily operation of the Loyola University Biobank.

The Loyola University Biobank is one of 4 interactive and cooperative cores within the Loyola University Clinical Research Office. The Biobank provides well-controlled, fully compliant, centralized mechanisms for research participant sample collection, storage and distribution. Standard operating procedures are in place to ensure samples are handled/processed appropriately. Specimens are then tracked by the sample management software via a barcode system which provides a real time electronic inventory of samples and a link to user defined sample information.

Coordination:
– Interact with Biobank Director, CRO staff and researchers to support and coordinate
– Ensure necessary consents/authorizations are in place
– Maintain study records and associated clinical data bases (RedCap) as needed
– Handle sample requests, and process/deliver samples within agreed upon timelines
– Track tasks and deliverables to maintain accurate records
– Performs additional duties as required as new studies are initiated

Sample Collection, Processing and Banking:
– Ensure samples are collected and processed, labelled, stored and cataloged appropriately
– Perform DNA, RNA and protein extraction from blood and tissue samples
– Perform immunohistochemical staining of tissue samples
– Retrieve requested samples and prepare sample inventories/data reports as needed
– Prepare samples for shipping and receiving as needed per protocols
– Maintain sample data bases (freezerworks)

Biobank Management:
– Maintain necessary biobank supplies
– Maintain service records and prepare invoices for services
– Work with the Biobank Director to ensure adequate updating and organization of protocols related to research studies, the overall organization of the biobank, as well as the maintenance and calibration of equipment.
– Operate and maintain a variety of scientific instrumentation (e.g. centrifuges, freezers, sample processing machines)

Minimum Education and/or Work Experience

tbd

Qualifications

Physical Demands:
Stand

• Excellent communication skills related to:
• interacting professionally with researchers and clinicians
• Documentation and writing skills
• Employment of universal biohazard safety precautions
• Ability to follow oral and written instructions and established procedures
• Ability to perform basic filing, office procedures and word processing
• Ability to maintain accuracy and consistency
• Ability to finish tasks in a timely manner
• Ability to maintain confidentiality
• Ability to deal calmly and courteously with people
• Ability to deal with stressful situations
• Ability to function independently and manage one’s own time and work tasks
• Ability to work as an effective research team member
• Ability to organize workflow

Certificates/Credentials/Licenses

N/A

Computer Skills

N/A

Supervisory Responsibilities

No

Required operation of university owned vehicles

No

Does this position require direct animal or patient contact?

Yes

Physical Demands

Lifting, Carrying, Standing

Working Conditions

Irregular Hours

Open Date

Close Date

Special Instructions to Applicants

Diversity and Inclusion Statement

As one of the nation’s largest Jesuit, Catholic universities, Loyola University Chicago fosters a transformative cultural experience that honors diversity, equity, and inclusion . We are committed to not only recruiting, but also retaining a diverse, mission driven workforce and enabling a culture of inclusiveness in an environment that values service excellence, stewardship, personal well-being, and professional development for all of our employees. Loyola University Chicago supports its staff and faculty with a wide array of affordable, comprehensive and competitive benefits centered on health and wellness, financial security, equity, and work-life balance. We actively seek those who wish to join our faculty, staff, and students in a community of diverse opinions, perspectives, and backgrounds supporting our Jesuit mission and striving toward the same goal of being persons for and with others.

Quick Link for Posting

https://www.careers.luc.edu/postings/20043