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Apply for Job Job ID364810 LocationTwin Cities Job FamilyResearch-Support Full/Part TimeFull-Time Regular/TemporaryRegular Job Code8352P4 Employee ClassCivil Service Add to Favorite Jobs Email this Job About the Job Job Responsibilities: 25%: Supervise employees, including onboarding, training, providing guidance, and monitoring performance. Design SOPs for onboarding and training for use by other supervisors in Neurology. Forecast staffing needs; hire and/or reallocate effort accordingly. 75% Biorepository Management: Oversee the day-to-day operations of the biorepository, including the receipt, processing, storage, and distribution of biological specimens (e.g., blood, tissue, CSF). - Sample Tracking and Documentation: Maintain accurate records of all specimens, ensuring proper labeling, documentation, and data entry into the biorepository database. Quality Control: Implement and monitor quality control procedures to ensure the integrity and reliability of stored specimens. Perform regular audits and inventory checks. - Compliance: Ensure compliance with all institutional, state, and federal regulations regarding biospecimen handling, storage, and documentation. Stay updated on best practices and regulatory changes. - Reporting: Generate reports on biorepository activities, including specimen inventory, usage, and quality control measures. Present findings to stakeholders as required. Continuous Improvement: Identify opportunities for process improvements and implement changes to enhance biorepository efficiency and effectiveness. Qualifications Required Qualifications: -Bachelor's degree in biology, biochemistry, or a related field and 5 years of clinical research coordination, or an advanced degree with 3 years of experience or a combination of related education and work experience to equal nine (9) years. -Project management experience. Preferred Qualifications: -Experience: 10 years of clinical research coordination, supervisory experience. -Experience in memory care research or a medical research environment is a plus. -Strong organizational and multitasking skills. -Excellent attention to detail and accuracy. -Proficiency in laboratory information management systems (LIMS) and database management. -Knowledge of biospecimen handling and storage best practices. -Strong communication and interpersonal skills. -Ability to work independently and as part of a team. About the Department The Grossman Center is looking for a Research Professional 4 to join our growing research team and initiatives. Our Center is committed to encouraging and supporting the personal and technical goals of our staff. The N. Bud Grossman Center for Memory Research and Care in the Department of Neurology is dedicated to advancing world-class memory research to improve quality of life. We are seeking an experienced research coordinator to direct our expanding clinical research team and oversee our newly established biorepository. The successful candidate will be responsible for oversight of the Grossman Center clinical research coordinators, and managing enrollment, collection, processing, storage, and distribution of biological specimens to support our research initiatives. This role is critical in ensuring the enrollment of memory care patients into the biorepository, facilitating groundbreaking research, and contributing to the advancement of science. Benefits Working at the University At the University of Minnesota, you'll find a flexible work environment and supportive colleagues who are interested in lifelong learning. We prioritize work-life balance, allowing you to invest in the future of your career and in your life outside of work. The University also offers a comprehensive benefits package that includes: Competitive wages, paid holidays, and generous time off Continuous learning opportunities through professional training and degree-seeking programs supported by the Regents Tuition Benefit Program Low-cost medical, dental, and pharmacy pl ns Healthcare and dependent care flexible spending accounts University HSA contributions Disability and employer-paid life insurance Employee wellbeing program Excellent retirement plans with employer contribution Public Service Loan Forgiveness (PSLF) opportunity Financial counseling services Employee Assistance Program with eight sessions of counseling at no cost Employee Transit Pass with free or reduced rates in the Twin Cities metro area Please visit the Office of Human Resources website for more information regarding benefits. How To Apply Applications must be submitted online. To be considered for this position, please click the Apply button and follow the instructions. You will be given the opportunity to complete an online application for the position and attach a cover letter and resume. Additional documents may be attached after application by accessing your "My Job Applications" page and uploading documents in the "My Cover Letters and Attachments" section. To request an accommodation during the application process, please e-mail employ@umn.edu or call (612) 624-8647. Diversity Employment Requirements Any offer of employment is contingent upon the successful completion of a background check. Our presumption is that prospective employees are eligible to work here. Criminal convictions do not automatically disqualify finalists from employment. About the U of M The University of Minnesota, Twin Cities (UMTC) The University of Minnesota, Twin Cities (UMTC), is among the largest public research universities in the country, offering undergraduate, graduate, and professional students a multitude of opportunities for study and research. 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