Research Clinical Laboratory Assistant

About the role

At Florida Cancer Specialists & Research Institute, we believe our people are our strength and we invest in them. Associates benefit from significant professional opportunities, career advancement, training and competitive wages, while having a positive impact on the people and communities we serve.

Since 1984, FCS has built a national reputation for excellence with over 250 physicians, 220 nurse practitioners and physician assistants and nearly 100 locations. The organization utilizes innovative clinical research, cutting‑edge technologies and advanced treatments to provide world‑class cancer care, is recognized by ASCO with a national Clinical Trials Participation Award, and offers patients access to more clinical trials than any private oncology practice in Florida. Through a partnership with Sarah Cannon, FCS is one of the largest clinical research organizations in the United States and often leads the nation in initiating research studies and offering ground‑breaking new therapies.

Responsibilities

• Responsible for laboratory testing, quality control, specimen processing, following laboratory assay instructions, phlebotomy, instrument maintenance and troubleshooting.
• Assess research laboratory kits supply requirements for clinical trials.
• Ensure timely ordering and delivery of trial supplies for research patient care.
• Performs phlebotomy, ECG and vital signs independently; completes laboratory procedures and processing of labs including shipping.
• Assists the Research Coordinators and Manager with duties that include, but are not limited to, filing, collecting data from outside sources, checking and maintaining DDU equipment, and maintenance of the laboratory and supplies.

Qualifications

• A minimum of two years of medical / clinical work experience in oncology and phlebotomy.
• Experience in a laboratory setting highly preferred.
• Basic Life Support (CPR) is preferred.
• Must be proficient with computer software programs including Electronic Medical Record (EMR) programs.
• Must be willing to travel occasionally to educational and research meetings as well as training sessions.
• A valid Florida Driver License for travel to clinics is required.

Benefits

• Competitive salaries and comprehensive benefits packages including tuition reimbursement, 401‑K match, pet and legal insurance.