Research Assistant/Phlebotomist

As a trusted partner, our Public Health mission is to make food systems safer, healthier and more sustainable. Throughout our global network in 27 countries, we offer to our customers a wide range of testing and innovative solutions dedicated to preventing health risks related to food, environment and consumer goods.

About the role

We are looking for a Research Assistant/Phlebotomist in Addison, IL. Your mission will be to assist with the conduct of study trials by performing recruitment screening phone calls, preparing materials, performing vitals/ECGs/DEXA scans/heights/weights, entering subject data, and supporting our laboratory. We will consider an experienced Lab Technician that thrives in a team environment while being responsible for successful collection and processing of subject’s samples during clinical projects.

Responsibilities

• Work with study coordinators and physicians to ensure participant safety and enrollment in clinical trials
• Provide administrative and clinical support, including front desk check-in and next-day chart preparation
• Perform vital signs, height and weight measurements, ECGs, and assist with participant visits
• Perform recruitment calls and interact with interested participants to determine study eligibility
• Attend and interact in study kickoff meetings
• Maintain a high level of knowledge and understanding of assigned protocols
• Provide necessary clinic and lab support for day-to-day functions
• Complete study-related documents including data entry
• Contribute to our professional and company image
• Adhere to Good Clinical Practices
• Support the laboratory by collecting routine blood and urine specimens
• Collect and process stool, urine, saliva, skin swabs, and other samples as needed
• Collect timed specimens, utilizing intravenous catheters at times
• Process and ship patient samples to various reference laboratories
• Order and process incoming supplies
• Adhere to CDC recommendations and OSHA requirements
• Build and maintain productive collaborative relationships within the team and across supported laboratories
• Responsible for proper execution of welcoming and onboarding process for select accounts
• Set up programs and testing information in laboratory information management systems (LIMS/CRM/ECN/myMXNS)

Requirements

• 1-2 years phlebotomy experience
• Medical Technician, Certified Nursing Assistant, or Patient Care Tech certification
• BA/BS degree or equivalent work experience

Skills

• Outstanding customer service skills
• Excellent communicator and creative thinker
• High energy
• Bonus: previous experience in clinical research
• Desire a highly creative, energetic, customer-service-oriented individual to engage and attract study participants

Work Environment

The position works in an administrative office or laboratory environment. Occasional exposure to laboratory fumes, chemicals, and materials may occur, and protective laboratory coat and safety glasses must be worn when visiting laboratory facilities. Physical dexterity is necessary to effectively manipulate a keyboard. May be required to lift up to 30 pounds. Incumbent can expect extended time standing.

Schedule

Monday - Friday, 7:00 AM - 3:30 PM

Pay

$22 - $24/hour

Benefits

• Comprehensive medical, dental, and vision insurance plans
• Generous paid time off (PTO) package to support work-life balance following state and local ordinances
• Optional 401(k) plan with employer matching contributions

Why Join Us?

You would contribute to an inspiring Public Health purpose, supported by long-term and visionary shareholders. You would have an impact on our strategic pillars that build on 50 years of experience and expertise. You would be part of a community of an enthusiastic and skilled group of people who love co-building together and serving a purpose bigger than themselves. You would be welcome as you are, in a diverse and open-minded environment that is rich in our singularities and differences. You would grow in an international group of more than 8,200 fantastic team members, with plenty of opportunities to learn and share.