Clinical Laboratory Technician

Job Title: Clinical Research Technician PK Processing Area (OVERNIGHT) Job Description The Clinical Research Technician works in a small laboratory adjacent to the clinic floor, focusing on the collection, organization, and processing of pharmacokinetic (PK) samples from healthy study participants in an overnight Phase I research setting. This role supports floor technicians and coordinators to ensure accurate specimen handling and smooth study operations within the clinic, lab, and urine monitoring areas. Responsibilities

- Collaborate with floor technicians (phlebotomists) to collect, organize, and process PK samples in the designated PK Processing Area.
- Collect and harvest plasma, serum, and other required laboratory specimens strictly according to study protocols and specifications.
- Monitor the collection of urine and fecal specimens from subjects participating in clinical research studies.
- Assist with urine collection from subjects when needed, ensuring procedures follow protocol and privacy standards.
- Complete all required study documentation accurately and in a timely manner for each protocol and subject.
- Undergo training on special laboratory and clinic equipment as required by specific study protocols and apply that training in daily work.
- Maintain all procedures and processing areas in a neat, clean, and well-organized condition to support quality and safety standards.
- Support coordinators in ensuring a smooth and orderly flow of procedures between the clinic, lab, and urine monitoring areas.
- Provide occasional assistance on the clinic floor when requested, while primarily working in the PK Processing Area.
- Follow quality control procedures for specimen handling, processing, and documentation to ensure data integrity.
- Perform other related duties as assigned to support clinical research operations.

Essential Skills

- Ability to collect and process laboratory specimens, including plasma and serum, in accordance with detailed protocols.
- Proficiency in basic laboratory techniques such as pipetting, sample processing, centrifuging, and accessioning.
- Understanding of quality control practices in a clinical laboratory or research environment.
- Ability to work accurately with Phase I clinical research samples from healthy subjects.
- Strong attention to detail for completing study documents and maintaining organized records.
- Capability to learn and operate special equipment after protocol-specific training.
- Effective communication and collaboration skills to work with floor technicians and study coordinators.
- Ability to maintain a clean, orderly, and safe laboratory and processing environment.
- Previous laboratory experience comparable to at least 1 year, providing the knowledge, skills, and abilities to perform the job.
- High or secondary school diploma or equivalent, plus relevant formal academic or vocational qualification.

Additional Skills & Qualifications

- Certificate in a technical or laboratory-related field for technical positions is preferred.
- Experience working in a clinical research unit (CRU) or similar healthcare or research setting.
- Familiarity with Phase I studies involving healthy subjects in an overnight stay environment.
- Comfort working with blood and urine specimens and adhering to protocol-driven procedures.
- Ability to adapt to different shifts and support weekend rotation as needed.
- Strong organizational skills to manage multiple specimens and tasks in a busy research environment.

Work Environment This role is based in a clinical research unit in Austin, TX, within a large Phase I facility of approximately 100+ beds that conducts studies with healthy subjects who stay overnight. The Clinical Research Technician works primarily in a small PK Processing laboratory located just off the clinic floor, collaborating closely with phlebotomists and coordinators. The environment follows a 'feed and bleed' Phase I model, focusing on scheduled blood draws, urine monitoring, and protocol-driven procedures. This is for an overnight shift 10pm-6am with flexibilty to cover the first shift as needed (i.e. vacation coverage). This role also requires flexibility to participate in a weekend rotation, while ensuring total hours do not exceed 40 per week. Work involves routine use of laboratory equipment such as pipettes and centrifuges, as well as handling biological specimens under established safety and quality control standards. Attire is typical of a clinical and laboratory setting, emphasizing professional, clean, and practical clothing suitable for working with biological samples and maintaining a hygienic environment.
Job Type & Location
This is a Contract to Hire position based out of Austin, TX.
Pay and Benefits
The pay range for this position is $21.00 - $21.00/hr. Individual compensation offered for this position within this range will depend on many factors, including qualifications, skills, relevant experience, job knowledge, geographic location, internal equity, and other pertinent job-related factors. Eligibility requirements apply to some benefits and may depend on your job
classification and length of employment. Benefits are subject to change and may be
subject to specific elections, plan, or program terms. If eligible, the benefits
available for this temporary role may include the following:

Medical, dental & vision
Critical Illness, Accident, and Hospital
401(k) Retirement Plan Pre-tax and Roth post-tax contributions available
Life Insurance (Voluntary Life & AD&D for the employee and dependents)
Short and long-term disability
Health Spending Account (HSA)
Transportation benefits
Employee Assistance Program
Time Off/Leave (PTO, Vacation or Sick Leave)
Job Type & Location
This is a Contract to Hire position based out of Austin, TX.
Application Deadline
This position is anticipated to close on Nov 19, 2026.
Workplace Type
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