Lab Research Assistant-TRI Position Available In Orange, Florida

• All the benefits and perks you need for you and your family:
• + Benefits from Day One + Paid Days Off from Day One + Mental Health Resources and Support
• Our promise to you:
• Joining AdventHealth is about being part of something bigger.

It’s about belonging to a community that believes in the wholeness of each person, and serves to uplift others in body, mind and spirit. AdventHealth is a place where you can thrive professionally, and grow spiritually, by Extending the Healing Ministry of Christ. Where you will be valued for who you are and the unique experiences you bring to our purpose-minded team. All while understanding that

• together
• we are even better.

• Schedule:

• Full-Time/ Days

• Shift:

• Monday-Friday 9:00am-5:30pm (Flexibility is a MUST)

• Location:

• Advent Health Celebration
• The role you’ll contribute:
• The TRI Laboratory Research Assistant performs a variety of duties involved in the processing and analysis of clinical research specimens and data, with particular emphasis on assisting in the development and oversight of the Molecular and Cell Culture Cores of the laboratory.

Work customarily involves practical knowledge in clinical research specimen collection, processing, and analysis, as well as application of specialized knowledge in the areas of molecular and protein assay development and optimization. The Laboratory Research Assistant is expected to work closely with the Biorespository Sr. Scientist/Coordinator and other laboratory staff to develop and implement appropriate laboratory procedures for optimal biospecimen quality and research data collection. The Laboratory Research Assistant is also expected to assist in the daily operations of the laboratory in other Core areas, including but not limited to, specimen processing, cell culture, nucleic acid and protein extractions, cryopreservation, and equipment maintenance and inventory control. The TRI Laboratory Research Assistant actively participates in outstanding customer service and accepts responsibility in maintaining relationships that are equally respectful to all.

• The value you’ll bring to the team:
• + Conducts daily oversight of operations in the Molecular and Cell Culture Cores of the laboratory.

Assists in developing and maintaining appropriate biospecimen processing, analysis, and quality control procedures, andmonitors the supply inventory and instrument maintenance associated with the assigned Core areas. + Regularly monitors and evaluates processes, and reports any needed changes/improvements to the Biorepository Sr. Scientist/Coordinator in response to continuing research protocol development. + Performs pre-analytical, analytical, and post-analytical activities related to the molecular and cell culture cores, including oversight of nucleic acid and protein extraction procedures, and performance and evaluation of related biospecimen quality control metrics. + Assists in clinical tissue acquisition procedures, and processes tissue for histological evaluation, stem cell isolation, preparation, management, and maintenance of cell lines; cryopreservation, and storage of cells and tissue into liquid nitrogen and ultra-low temperature units. + Assists the Biorepository Sr. Scientist/Coordinator in laboratory coordination of procedures for specific research protocols, as assigned.

This may also include assisting with development of new analytic techniques, novel molecular assays, and quality control metrics as appropriate for research protocol development. Qualifications

• The expertise and experiences you’ll need to succeed:
• + Bachelor’s Degree in Biological Science, Biotechnology, Chemistry, Clinical Laboratory Science, or related field; + 2 years of experience in a clinical research, biopharmaceutical, or basic science laboratory setting appropriate to department work assigned + Phlebotomy Experience
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• This facility is an equal opportunity employer and complies with federal, state and local anti-discrimination laws, regulations and ordinances.

The salary range reflects the anticipated base pay range for this position. Individual compensation is determined based on skills, experience and other relevant factors within this pay range. The minimums and maximums for each position may vary based on geographical location.

• Category:

• Laboratory

• Organization:

• AdventHealth Orlando

• Schedule:

• Full-time

• Shift:

• 1 – Day

• Req ID:

• 25014154We are an equal opportunity employer and do not tolerate discrimination based on race, color, creed, religion, national origin, sex, marital status, age or disability/handicap with respect to recruitment, selection, placement, promotion, wages, benefits and other terms and conditions of employment.