Clinical Study Laboratory Coordinator

Job Family : Medical Technologist Travel Required : None Clearance Required : Ability to Obtain Public Trust We are currently searching for a Clinical Study Laboratory Coordinator to provide support to the National Institutes of Health (NIH). Successful candidates will be organized self-starters with strong project coordination skills. This is a full-time, on-site opportunity based in Bethesda, MD. What You Will Do : Serve as the primary interface between Principal Investigators, Study Protocol Navigators, and the laboratory for in-house and reference laboratory testing related to clinical studies. Coordinate study-related testing workflows with Senior Staff, the Chief Technologist, Team Leads, LIS administrators, and the send-out team. Track and troubleshoot study specimen issues, including questions related to specimen collection, labeling, routing, acceptability, processing, send-out requirements, and resulting workflows. Coordinate follow-up when study specimens are not processed correctly, when workflow problems arise, or when protocol-specific laboratory procedures require revision. Assist with development, implementation, and maintenance of study-specific procedures for specimen handling, processing, shipment, and reporting for both in-house and send-out testing. Help coordinate new study test requests, including communication with LIS/build teams, reference laboratories, send-out operations, and section bench leads. Work with subject matter experts (Team Leads and Senior Staff) to implement SOP, workflow, and test-orders for study-related laboratory processes. Maintain tracking systems and documentation for study specimens, protocol-specific workflows, pending issues, and follow-up items. Facilitate communication of study-related testing issues and urgent workflow concerns to the appropriate laboratory personnel and clinical or study protocol teams. Assist with packing and shipping specimens to reference laboratories, as applicable, in accordance with laboratory and regulatory requirements. Escalate technical, medical, and policy questions to the appropriate Team Leads and Senior Staff and help coordinate implementation of the final plan. What You Will Need : Bachelor’s degree in a STEM field. Minimum of two (2) years of experience working with clinical specimens or in a clinical laboratory environment. Ability to manage multiple concurrent workflows and stakeholders. Proficiency in Microsoft Office Suite. Must be able to obtain and maintain a Federal or DoD “public trust”; candidates must receive approved adjudication prior to onboarding with Guidehouse. Candidates with an active public trust or suitability are preferred. What Would Be Nice To Have : Experience supporting clinical trials, study protocols, or research specimen workflows. Excellent communication, organizational, analytical, and time-management skills. Experience in clinical microbiology and molecular diagnostics preferred. Familiarity with laboratory information systems and/or test build workflows. Experience with specimen shipping and reference laboratory send-out processes. Ability to lift 10–30 pounds. The annual salary range for this position is $65,000.00-$108,000.00. Compensation decisions depend on a wide range of factors, including but not limited to skill sets, experience and training, security clearances, licensure and certifications, and other business and organizational needs. What We Offer: Guidehouse offers a comprehensive, total rewards package that includes competitive compensation and a flexible benefits package that reflects our commitment to creating a diverse and supportive workplace. Benefits include: Medical, Rx, Dental & Vision Insurance Personal and Family Sick Time & Company Paid Holidays Parental Leave 401(k) Retirement Plan Group Term Life and Travel Assistance Voluntary Life and AD&D Insurance Health Savings Account, Health Care & Dependent Care Flexible Spending Accounts Transit and Parking Commuter Benefits Short-Term & Long-Term Disability Tuition Reimbursement, Personal Development, Certifications & Learning Opportunities Employee Referral Program Corporate Sponsored Events & Community Outreach annual membership Employee Assistance Program Supplemental Benefits via Corestream (Critical Care, Hospital Indemnity, Accident Insurance, Legal Assistance and ID theft protection, etc.) Position may be eligible for a discretionary variable incentive bonus About Guidehouse Guidehouse is an Equal Opportunity Employer–Protected Veterans, Individuals with Disabilities or any other basis protected by law, ordinance, or regulation. 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