RESEARCH SUPPORT SERVICES COORDINATOR II Position Available In Hillsborough, Florida

RESEARCH SUPPORT SERVICES COORDINATOR II

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Location Tampa, FL
Facility Moffitt Research Center (MRC)
Department Common Equipment
Req #: 83392 At Moffitt Cancer Center, we strive to be the leader in understanding the complexity of cancer and applying these insights to contribute to the prevention and cure of cancer. Our diverse team of over 9,000 are dedicated to serving our patients and creating a workspace where every individual is recognized and appreciated. For this reason, Moffitt has been recognized on the 2023 Forbes list of America’s Best Large Employers and America’s Best Employers for Women, Computerworld magazine’s list of 100 Best Places to Work in Information Technology, DiversityInc Top Hospitals & Health Systems and continually named one of the Tampa Bay Time’s Top Workplace. Additionally, Moffitt is proud to have earned the prestigious Magnet® designation in recognition of its nursing excellence. Moffitt is a National Cancer Institute-designated Comprehensive Cancer Center based in Florida, and the leading cancer hospital in both Florida and the Southeast. We are a top 10 nationally ranked cancer center by Newsweek and have been nationally ranked by U.S. News & World Report since 1999.
Working at Moffitt is both a career and a mission: to contribute to the prevention and cure of cancer. Join our committed team and help shape the future we envision. Summary The mission of Research Support Services (RSS) is to ensure research faculty have the equipment, space and logistics resources they need to be successful. An RSS Coordinator II is primarily a research staff-facing position, responsible for coordinating research support services related to research space, common equipment, ultra-low temperature storage units and participating during emergencies (i.e. Hurricanes).

Position Highlights:

We are seeking a highly motivated, organized, detail-oriented and team-oriented individual interested in working in a dynamic research environment.
Expected to work fully on site

The Ideal Candidate:

A critical thinker that can piece together potential issues and think about resolutions ahead of time in order to support Research staff and faculty
Highly skilled in executing and conducting research in an academic setting
Strong communication skills including the ability to communicate with technical customers at all levels both internally and externally
Ability to establish and maintain effective working relationships with others and communicate clearly verbally and in writing

Responsibilities:

Provides customer service and support for research faculty, staff and vendors with guidance from the supervisor/manager
Support research space activities by following lab modification SOPs for expansion, compression, start up and shut down of labs under the direction of the supervisor/manager
Familiar with the operation, function and troubleshooting of a wide range of basic science research equipment while ensuring maintenance meets research and industry standards for safety
Supports cold storage activities for off-site freezer storage, faculty labs, shared resources and responds to alarm monitoring system
Supports special project assignments related to supporting Moffitt Research Institute-wide research initiatives such as large-scale freezer clean-outs, 5S efforts, CCSG reporting, space use survey, etc.
Develop strong relationships with internal and external customers and facilitate clear communication
Contributes to the development of workflows relating to lab research activation, lab start-up, support for research labs, and being on call
Support RSS supervisor/manager in maintaining research equipment across multiple campuses and minimizing downtime while continuing to maintain the equipment
Serves as “essential on-site personnel” during emergencies and coverage in the on-call schedule as assigned.

Credentials and Qualifications:

Bachelor’s Degree in Biology, Chemistry, Biomedical Sciences or related scientific field is required and
A minimum of 3 years as an RSS Associate or RSS Coordinator or equivalent support services experience or 4 years of research laboratory experience is required.
Familiar with function and operation of basic Lab Equipment, Lab Safety and Good Laboratory Practices.
Multitasks and keeps excellent records.
Must have good organizational and communication skills and careful attention to detail.
Must have the ability to plan, organize and coordinate multiple work assignments.
Works on problems of diverse scope.
Must be able to prioritize assigned work and respond independently and appropriately to emergencies after gathering all relevant data. Moffitt Team Members are eligible for Medical, Dental, Vision, Paid Time Off, Retirement, Parental Leave and more. Tampa is a thriving metropolitan city, which has become a hub for ground-breaking research, welcoming individuals from around the globe. This diverse city is engulfed with rich culture, year-round activities, amazing cuisine and so much more. We strive for work/life balance. If you have the vision, passion, and dedication to contribute to our mission, then we have a place for you.