Department:

SOM KC Cancer Center Administration

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KMCRI-Administration

Position Title:

Laboratory Coordinator - Cancer Center (BRCF)

Job Family Group:

Professional Staff

Job Description Summary:

Job Description:

The Laboratory Coordinator is responsible for the performance of laboratory activities for the Biospecimen Repository Core Facility (BRCF) for cancer research. This includes performing activities of specimen processing, sample storage, and sample distribution. This also includes overseeing activities related to quality assurance and regulatory standards. The Laboratory Coordinator will interface with investigators regarding samples and sample distribution. This position reports directly to the Laboratory Manager of the BRCF.

The BioBank at The University of Kansas Cancer Center supports cancer research by serving as a bank for human tissues and fluids, called biospecimens. Biospecimens are small amounts of blood, urine , stool or tissue used for medical research. Researchers use biospecimens and medical information from participants to study how genes, lifestyle and our environment may lead to cancer. The BioBank serves as a valuable resource for researchers at The University of Kansas Cancer Center and potentially around the world.

The University of Kansas Cancer Center is the region's only National Cancer Institute-designated cancer center where patients gain access to the most promising therapies, cutting-edge clinical trials and world class research.

Job Duties Outlined:

Process specimens under the direction of the Laboratory Manager, including those collected for the repository or on behalf of other investigators and clinical trials, in accordance with all applicable standard operating procedures (SOPs).
Perform specimen banking for long-term storage for the repository or other investigators, ensuring compliance with established SOPs.
Distribute samples as assigned.
Follow the laboratory’s quality assurance plan to ensure accurate execution of laboratory processes, including daily quality control activities.
Adhere to all laboratory standard operating procedures. Participate in reviewing SOP’s for accuracy on an annual basis.

This job description is not designed to cover or contain a comprehensive listing of activities, duties or responsibilities that are required of the employee for this job. It is only a summary of the typical functions of the job, not an exhaustive list of all possible job responsibilities, tasks, duties, and assignments. Furthermore, job duties, responsibilities and activities may change at any time with or without notice.

Required Qualifications:

Education:

Bachelor’s Degree in biology, chemistry, or other science related area. Experience may substitute for degree on a year for year basis.

Preferred Qualifications:

Work Experience:

1 year of laboratory experience.
Experience with HIPAA guidelines and research regulations.
Experience with medical terminology.
Oncology experience.

Skills:

Communication and interpersonal skills.
Organization, time management and multitasking.
Attention to detail.
Computer skills.

Required Documents:

Resume/CV
Cover Letter

Comprehensive Benefits Package:

Coverage begins on day one for health, dental, and vision insurance and includes health expense accounts with generous employer contributions if the employee participates in a qualifying health plan. Employer-paid life insurance, long-term disability insurance, and various additional voluntary insurance plans are available. Paid time off, including vacation and sick, begins accruing upon hire, plus ten paid holidays. One paid discretionary day is available after six months of employment, and paid time off for bereavement, jury duty, military service, and parental leave is available after 12 months of employment. A retirement program with a generous employer contribution and additional voluntary retirement programs (457 or 403b) are available. https://www.kumc.edu/human-resources/benefits.html

Employee Type:

Regular

Time Type:

Full time

Rate Type:

Hourly

Compensation Statement:

The pay range listed for this position is determined by our compensation program using market data and salary benchmarking. A combination of factors is considered in making compensation decisions including, but not limited to, education, experience and training, qualifications relative to the requirements of the position, and funding. At the University of Kansas Medical Center, a reasonable estimate for the starting pay range will be the minimum to midpoint of the posted range, taking into account the combination of factors listed above.

Pay Range:

$21.97 - $30.76

Minimum

$21.97

Midpoint

$26.37

Maximum

$30.76