Senior Laboratory Coordinator

Department:
SOM KC Cancer Center Clinical Trials

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Clinical Research
Position Title:
Senior Laboratory Coordinator
Job Family Group:
Professional Staff
Job Description Summary:
The Senior Laboratory Coordinator is responsible for coordination of oncology clinical trial study specimens and supplies per protocol requirements. This includes pharmacokinetics, pharmacogenomics and ancillary studies for Industry-Sponsored, Cooperative Group and Investigator Initiated clinical trials.
The University of Kansas Cancer Center is the region's only National Cancer Institute-designated comprehensive cancer center where patients gain access to the most promising therapies, cutting-edge clinical trials and world class research.
Job Description:

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.

Work Experience:

• Minimum 1-2 year lab assistance experience with demonstrated lab tech skills.

• Basic understanding of human anatomy and physiology.

Preferred Qualifications

Work Experience:

• Has a basic knowledge of the overall sections which comprise the laboratory and each section’s functions.

• Previous oncology experience.

Skills:

• Strong interpersonal skills

• Ability to work independently and as part of a team.

• Competent in critical thinking, interpersonal relationships, and technical skills.

Job Duties Outlined:

• Possess an in-depth knowledge of specimen collection, processing and shipping requirements for protocols available within the Clinical Trials Office. Accurately obtain, process and manage serial specimens (blood or other body fluids) obtained from patients participating in clinical trials.

• Collaborate with Cancer Center laboratory and treatment area staff to secure and process specimens in a timely manner; collaborates with KU Hospital laboratory and pathology departments; collaborates with Tissue Repository staff and assists with obtaining and shipping tissue specimens based on IATA/DOT guidelines.

• Position is based at the Westwood facility but occasionally will require travel between the Clinical Research Center and The University of Kansas Medical Center campuses when necessary.

• Perform study specific ECGs for cancer patients using sponsor-provided ECG machines.

• Recognize sources of error or inappropriate specimen collection and initiates corrective action when indicated. Assure the appropriate personnel have been contacted and the incident documented according to SOP’s.

• Participate in quality assurance/quality improvement activities related to specimen collection, specimen handling, processing and shipping, as well as patient preparation and identification.

• Provide patients and/or care provider with accurate instructions and necessary materials if required, for specimen collection. Consistently recognize the importance of patient focused care utilizing customer service skills and techniques daily. Take the time to listen to and acknowledge the needs of patients, staff members, co-workers and visitors and makes every attempt to be available to help. Respect the confidentiality of all patients.

• Accurately perform data entry if necessary, in both Hospital and Laboratory information systems according to hospital and laboratory policies and procedures, as well as compliance requirements.

• Coordinate daily activities and works closely with Clinical Nurse Coordinators and Clinical Research Coordinators. Consults supervisor, and/or research nurse clinicians/Clinical Research Coordinators when appropriate if a situation requires assistance.

• Attend department meetings, pre-study site visits, study initiation meetings, and close-out visits. If available during scheduled study monitor visits answer questions related to specimens.

• Ensure all requirements for specimen integrity have been met (positive patient identification, correct specimen collected, proper transport of sample has been employed, etc.).

• Perform other duties as assigned.

Required Documents:

• Cover letter AND resume/CV

The University of Kansas Medical Center and The University of Kansas Cancer Center are committed to creating and maintaining a diverse and inclusive learning and working environment, one that nurtures growth and development for all. We encourage individuals with diverse backgrounds to apply!

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 nine 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:
$26.13 - $39.20

Minimum

$26.13

Midpoint

$32.67

Maximum

$39.20