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Laboratory Technician – Clinical Research & Specimen Processing

Quality Clinical Research | Omaha, Nebraska | On-site

Have hands-on laboratory experience and take pride in getting the details right? We want to hear from you.

Quality Clinical Research is hiring a Laboratory Technician to process, store, document, and ship biological specimens collected during clinical trials. Your work will support research evaluating potential new treatments.

We are looking for someone who understands specimen handling, is comfortable working with laboratory equipment, and can follow detailed processing instructions while managing time-sensitive tasks.

Required Education and Experience

• Bachelor’s degree in laboratory science or microbiology.
• At least one year of professional, hands-on laboratory experience; two years preferred.
• Experience processing biological specimens, including centrifugation, separation, aliquoting, and labeling.

Academic laboratory coursework alone does not meet the professional experience requirement. Clinical research experience is preferred, but we can provide study-specific training to a qualified laboratory professional.

What You Will Do

• Process specimens accurately: Receive and prepare blood and other biological specimens according to each study’s laboratory manual, processing deadlines, and temperature requirements.
• Prepare specimen shipments: Package ambient, refrigerated, and frozen specimens; complete requisitions and manifests; arrange courier pickups; and track shipments.
• Manage specimen storage: Maintain organized refrigerated and frozen storage, accurate inventories, and complete records of specimen locations and transfers.
• Maintain clear documentation: Record specimen identifiers, collection and processing times, storage conditions, and shipping details. Upload laboratory documents and assist with laboratory queries.
• Monitor equipment: Complete temperature and equipment logs and promptly report temperature excursions, equipment problems, or specimen concerns.
• Keep the laboratory ready: Organize study kits, check expiration dates, maintain supplies, and prepare for scheduled participant visits.
• Work with the research team: Communicate processing needs and deadlines so specimens are collected and handled correctly.

What Makes You a Strong Candidate

You can describe the specimens you have processed, the equipment you have used, and how you maintain accurate records. You are comfortable following different laboratory instructions for different studies and asking questions whenever a requirement is unclear.

You stay organized when several samples need attention, recognize when something is outside the required conditions, and promptly bring concerns to the appropriate team member.

Additional Experience We Value

• Clinical trial specimen processing.
• Biological specimen packaging and shipping.
• Refrigerated and frozen specimen management.
• Phlebotomy.
• Electronic laboratory or clinical research documentation.

Why Join Quality Clinical Research?

Put your laboratory skills to work in medical research. You will work closely with our clinical research team, learn study-specific procedures, and take ownership of the specimen handling that helps produce reliable study data.

Work Location and Requirements

This position works on-site at our Omaha, Nebraska research facility. Duties involve handling biological specimens, using laboratory equipment, accessing refrigerated and frozen storage, and preparing shipping materials.

Applicants must be able to perform the essential functions of the position with or without reasonable accommodation.

How to Apply

Submit your resume and include brief answers to the following questions:

• What is your bachelor’s degree and field of study?
• How many years of professional laboratory experience do you have, excluding academic coursework?
• What types of biological specimens have you processed?
• Describe your experience with centrifugation, aliquoting, refrigerated or frozen storage, and specimen shipping.
• Are you available to work on-site in Omaha, Nebraska?

Please make sure your resume clearly describes your hands-on laboratory responsibilities.

Quality Clinical Research is an equal opportunity employer and provides reasonable accommodations during the hiring process and employment. Applicants needing an accommodation should contact the hiring manager.

Applicants must be legally authorized to work in the United States. Quality Clinical Research does not provide employment-based visa sponsorship for this position.

Pay: $25.00 - $28.00 per hour

Benefits:

• 401(k)
• Dental insurance
• Health insurance
• Life insurance
• Vision insurance

Work Location: In person