Research Technician, CGR, DCP Vanguard Study (Tues-Sat)

About the Role

The BioProcessing and Trial Logistics (BPTL) functional team within the Cancer Genomics Research Laboratory (CGR) plays a critical role in supporting the National Cancer Institute (NCI) Division of Cancer Prevention (DCP) through expert oversight of biospecimen operations for a variety of research aims. By integrating laboratory operations, biospecimen processing, inventory management, and site coordination, BPTL helps ensure that specimens are collected, processed, stored, tracked, and documented with the highest standards of quality and integrity.

We are seeking a Research Technician to provide biospecimen processing support for ongoing studies for the Division of Cancer Prevention. The BPTL team supports DCP by translating study and research goals into practical, reliable biospecimen collection, processing, storage, shipment, and tracking workflows. These efforts ensure the availability of high-quality, well-annotated specimens to support current research objectives and creation of a biospecimen resource for long-term scientific discovery.

Responsibilities

• Execute biospecimen processing workflows under SOP, including receipt, processing, aliquoting, and appropriate storage of created aliquots.
• Work effectively in a BSL-2 environment to process and create biospecimen resources for current and future research aims, including blood fractionation.
• Record accurate and timely biospecimen details within laboratory databases or other documentation systems, including specimen receipt information and processing documentation.
• Adhere to existing SOPs to ensure that time-sensitive specimens are handled according to established protocols.
• Support continuous improvement of laboratory workflows using CGR’s established quality management systems and operational infrastructure, including documentation of deviations.
• Adhere to existing laboratory quality assurance guidelines, equipment and supply management protocols, and general laboratory organization activities.
• Use of Excel, Word, Outlook, and other laboratory information systems daily for tracking, reporting, and communication.

Requirements

• Possession of Bachelor’s degree from an accredited college/university according to the Council for Higher Education Accreditation (CHEA) in a relevant scientific discipline, or four (4) years of relevant experience in lieu of degree. Foreign degrees must be evaluated for U.S. equivalency.
• No work experience required with a Bachelor’s degree.
• Understanding of biospecimen handling and documentation requirements.
• Strong interpersonal and cross-cultural communication skills, with the ability to work effectively with internal leadership.
• Experience with Microsoft Office Suite, including Excel, Word, Teams, and Outlook.
• Ability to maintain focus for extended periods of time and manage detailed data accurately.
• Ability to obtain and maintain a security clearance.

Preferred Qualifications

• Experience in biospecimen processing and specimen inventory.
• Experience working with human biological specimens in research, clinical, or biorepository setting including blood fractionation.
• Knowledge of aseptic techniques in human biospecimen processing.
• Experience with biospecimen inventory management databases, laboratory information management systems (LIMS), or electronic laboratory notebooks (ELNs).
• Familiarity with quality management systems in a regulated or high-throughput laboratory environment.

Schedule

Laboratory operations occur Monday through Saturday to support study requirements. This position's core hours will be Tuesday – Saturday from 8:00 AM to 4:30 PM.

Job Hazards

This position is subject to working with or has the potential for exposure to infectious material, requiring medical clearance and immunizations.

Pay

The posted pay range for this job is $43,800.00 - $62,702.00 USD. This range is a general guideline and not a guarantee of compensation or salary. Additional factors considered in extending an offer include, but are not limited to, responsibilities of the job, education, experience, knowledge, skills, and abilities as well as internal equity, and alignment with market data.

Benefits

Employment benefits include competitive compensation, Health and Wellness programs, Income Protection, Paid Leave, and Retirement.