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Research Assistant/Phlebotomist, Microbiome Center

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Position Information

Fiscal Year
2021-2022

Position Title
Research Assistant/Phlebotomist, Microbiome Center

Classification Title
Research Technician I

Department
Microbiome Center

Posting Number
R220040

Posting Link https://www.ubjobs.buffalo.edu/postings/32925

Employer
Research Foundation

Position Type
RF Clerical/Technical

Type
Part-Time

Appointment Term

Salary Grade
N.4

Posting Detail Information

Position Summary

The Microbiome Center at UB’s South Campus is seeking a part-time Research Assistant/Phlebotomist to perform the following duties:
  • Collect blood samples using approved phlebotomy techniques, correctly label containers, track collected samples through lab processing, storage and shipment to outside laboratories.
  • Obtain/help with collection of saliva, plaque, gingival crevicular fluid, skin, feces, blood and other biological samples for processing and storage, adhering to safety and infection control standards. Help maintain laboratory records, equipment, supplies and reagents.
  • Help with other clinic dental research activities such as assisting with dental examinations; consenting patients/participants to research studies; reviewing medical, dental and medication histories; taking height and weight measurements.
  • Answer telephone; gather forms for clinical exams, and paperwork/documentation for the research studies.
  • Help maintain a clean work environment, abiding by health and safety regulations regarding proper disposal of waste, sterilization of instruments and equipment, and maintaining quality assurance records.
  • Must be punctual, detail oriented, and with good written and oral communication skills.
About The University at Buffalo
The University at Buffalo (UB) is one of America’s leading public research universities and a flagship of the State University of New York system, recognized for our excellence and our impact. UB is a premier, research-intensive public university dedicated to academic excellence. Our research, creative activity and people positively impact the world. Like the city we call home, UB is distinguished by a culture of resilient optimism, resourceful thinking and pragmatic dreaming that enables us to reach others every day. Visit our website to learn more about the University at Buffalo .

As an Equal Opportunity / Affirmative Action employer, the Research Foundation will not discriminate in its employment practices due to an applicant’s race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin and veteran or disability status.

Minimum Qualifications

High School or GED graduate. Experience in phlebotomy. Experience processing samples for storing and shipping in a registered laboratory. Practice keeping research and clinical study records related to the laboratory work is required.

Preferred Qualifications

Associates degree preferred. One year of experience in laboratory work performing common procedures for collection, storage and shipping of human biological samples. Prior experience in dental research studies is desired. A Certificate of Completion (or equivalent experience) from an accredited Phlebotomist Certification Program. Certified in CPR is a plus.

Physical Demands

Salary Range
$27,740 — $39,454

Work Hours

8:30 a.m. – 2:30 p.m.
Monday & Thursday
8:30 a.m. – 11:00 a.m.
Wednesday

Campus
South Campus

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Contact Information

Contact's Name
Karen Falkner

Contact's Title
Associate Director for Clinical Studies, Periodontal Disease Research Center, Microbiome Center

Contact's Email
falkner@buffalo.edu

Contact's Phone
716-829-6307

Posting Dates

Posted
01/31/2022

Deadline for applicants
Open Until Filled

Date to be filled

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Number of references required
3

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University at Buffalo

UB is New York’s largest public university, one of America’s leading research universities and a flagship in the SUNY system.

UB is a top 40 university in a top city in which to attend college, and with more than 1,300 acres across three unique campuses, there is always something new to explore. Regular shuttle service takes students between North Campus and South Campus, and the Downtown Campus is easily accessible by Metro Rail

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