PRN Lab Technician I, Early Phase Clinical Research – Dallas, TX
Description
Join one of the world’s largest Clinical Research Organizations and play a key role in advancing new medical treatments. Our Early Phase Unit is seeking a Lab Technician to support healthy volunteer clinical trials and help generate high‑quality data that shapes the future of medicine.
This is a PRN, office-based position in Dallas, TX .
What You’ll Do
In this hands-on role, you’ll work directly with study samples and support a wide variety of early‑phase clinical trials. No two days are the same. Key responsibilities include:
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High volume collecting, handling, processing, and shipping specimens (including PK samples).
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Operating and maintaining lab equipment and ensuring a clean, safe work environment.
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Troubleshooting sample or equipment issues.
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Managing reagent and supply inventories.
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Safely handling hazardous materials.
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Supporting daily lab workflows and participating in quality improvement initiatives.
You’ll collaborate with a skilled clinical team and gain exposure to cutting-edge therapies, first‑in‑human studies, and innovative medical technologies.
What You Bring
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At least 1 year of laboratory experience.
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Ability to work rotating shifts, weekends, and in a fast‑paced, highly regulated environment.
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Strong teamwork, adaptability, and attention to detail.
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Comfort working with biological specimens and using PPE as required.
Work Environment
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Work is performed in a laboratory and/or a clinical environment with exposure to electrical office equipment.
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Occasional drives to site locations, occasional domestic travel.
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Exposure to biological fluids.
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Personal protective equipment required such as protective eyewear, garments, and gloves.
Physical Requirements
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Ability to work in an upright and /or stationary position for 6-8 hours per day.
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Repetitive hand movement of both hands with the ability to make fast, simple, repeated movements of the fingers, hands, and wrists to operate lab equipment.
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Occasional crouching, stooping, with frequent bending and twisting of upper body and neck.
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Ability to access and use a variety of computer software developed both in-house and off-the-shelf.
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Light to moderate lifting and carrying (or otherwise moves) objects including luggage and laptop computer with a maximum lift of 15-20 lbs.
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Regular and consistent attendance.
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Varied hours may be required.
The important thing for us is you are comfortable working in an environment that is:
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Fast paced: where no deviations from the study protocol are allowed, and not meeting a timeline for even few minutes will create a quality issue.
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Changing priorities constantly asking you to prioritize and adapt on the spot.
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Teamwork and people skills are essential for the study to run smoothly.
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Technology based. We collect our data directly into an electronic environment.
What do you get?
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Regular, full-time, or part-time employees working 20 or more hours per week are eligible for comprehensive benefits including but not limited to:
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Medical, Dental, Vision, Life, STD/LTD (multiple insurance carriers)
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401(K)
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Paid time off (PTO)
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Employee recognition awards
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Multiple ERG’s (employee resource groups)
Learn more about our EEO & Accommodations request here .