RESEARCH PHLEBOTOMIST LEAD (HOURLY/TEMPORARY)

The University of Washington (UW) is proud to be one of the nation’s premier educational and research institutions. Our people are the most important asset in our pursuit of achieving excellence in education, research, and community service. Our staff not only enjoys outstanding benefits and professional growth opportunities, but also an environment noted for diversity, community involvement, intellectual excitement, artistic pursuits, and natural beauty.

At the University of Washington, diversity is integral to excellence. We value and honor diverse experiences and perspectives, strive to create welcoming and respectful learning environments, and promote access, opportunity and justice for all.

The School of Environment & Forest Sciences has an outstanding opportunity open for a Temporary Research Phlebotomist Lead, based at its Pack Forest facility.

We are seeking a research phlebotomist to work with an interdisciplinary team on an innovative study to evaluate the impacts of nature contact on human health. The NIH-funded study will investigate the link between forest bathing and well-being, in collaboration with Dr. Bratman and members of the Environment and Well-Being Lab (envirowellbeing.uw.edu ), and Drs. Simpson, Riederer and Young from the UW SPH Department of Environmental and Occupational Health Services.

The Research Phlebotomist will be supervised by the Principal Investigators and other study collaborators, and will collect, prepare, and transport blood specimens for the novel study. Specimen collection will take place at several sites within the UW Pack Forest near Eatonville, WA. The project requires attention to detail and training in conducting research with human participants. Interested candidates should have some experience with human subjects, as well as a dedication to adherence to project timelines and completeness of documentation.

The University of Washington (Seattle campus), a leader in undergraduate and graduate education and one of the world's premiere research universities, offers rigorous academic programs, outstanding faculty, and diverse cultural and social opportunities in a stimulating intellectual environment. The College of the Environment, including its six Schools and Departments and multiple programs, institutes, and centers, connects educators, researchers, students, and citizens, cultivating communities who work with and learn from each other while tackling critical environmental challenges. The School of Environmental and Forest Sciences is dedicated to generating and disseminating knowledge for the stewardship of natural and managed environments and the sustainable use of their products and services through teaching, research, and outreach.

The UW and School of Environmental and Forest Sciences promote diversity and inclusivity among our students, faculty, staff, and public. Thus, we are strongly seeking candidates whose experiences have prepared them to fulfill our commitment to inclusion and have given them the confidence to fully engage audiences from a wide spectrum of backgrounds.

Employment Period: April – August 2022, intermittent with potential for study extension.

General Duties

• Collect specimens inside and outside of a clinic environment
• Adhere to safety guidelines, including but not limited to, correctly donning and doffing personal protective equipment (PPE) and ensuring sterile specimen collection
• Perform venipuncture in adult populations
• Transport laboratory specimens within locations at Pack Forest as required
• Collaborate with support staff such as study coordinators, principal investigators, co-investigators, research assistants, laboratory couriers, and other external collaborators to achieve research objectives
• Adhere to the research protocol; ensure compliance with research protocol of survey staff and external collaborators
• Provide or describe information regarding research protocol to participants; answer participant and community questions regarding the research; refer participants to research assistants for specific questions and or clarification
• Collect data and produce timely logistical reports on field data collection progress
• Work different shifts to attain necessary serum sampling, including mornings and afternoons
• Work outdoors in different temperatures and other aspects of the environment
• Some teleconference work and possible travel required to Seattle for meetings with research leadership team and collaborators

Requirements

• High school graduation AND completion of a phlebotomy course OR equivalent education/experience.

Legal Requirement

• Obtain State of Washington certification as a Health Care Assistant Level A within sixty days of employment date.

Desired Skills

• Medical Assistant - Phlebotomy Certification with the Washington State Department of Health.
• Ability to exercise good judgment regarding personal safety and the safety of others.
• Experience collecting specimens in research settings, especially outside of a clinic environment.
• Experience working with diverse populations and settings.
• Professional communication skills in-person, via email, and over the telephone.
• Demonstrated ability to work and contribute as part of a team.

Application Process:

The application process for UW positions may include completion of a variety of online assessments to obtain additional information that will be used in the evaluation process.  These assessments may include Work Authorization, Cover Letter, and/or others.  Any assessments that you need to complete will appear on your screen as soon as you select “Apply to this position”. Once you begin an assessment, it must be completed at that time; if you do not complete the assessment you will be prompted to do so the next time you access your “My Jobs” page. If you select to take it later, it will appear on your "My Jobs" page to take when you are ready. Please note that your application will not be reviewed, and you will not be considered for this position until all required assessments have been completed.