Research Assistant I - Biobank Program

• Collects specimens according to standardized collection SOPs following biospecimen best practices and per project specific requirements when applicable.
• Follows appropriate shipping procedures and properly transports processed specimens to Chan Shoon-Shiong Institute of Molecular Medicine at Windber (CSSIMM) for long term storage.
• Coordinates specimen pickup with operating room staff and transports specimens promptly to Pathology Department for appropriate processing and handling.
• Assists with patient screening for MCCRP research protocol eligibility using the OR scheduling system and electronic health records. Coordinates the identification and tracking of eligible patients with the MCCB consent team to approach for consent.
• Provides daily monitoring, quality control and maintenance of MCCB freezers, equipment, supplies and reagents as required.
• Performs data entry for samples in an accurate, timely and efficient manner and maintains accurate sample data collection records.
• Maintains compliance with established laboratory safety and other procedures.
• May perform other duties and responsibilities as assigned or directed by the supervisor. This may include attendance of and participation in required training for role.

Join the HJF Team!

HJF is seeking a Research Assistant I - Biobank Program to support the Murtha Cancer Center Biobank program of the John P. Murtha Cancer Center (MCC) located at the Walter Reed National Military Medical Center, Bethesda, Maryland.

The John P. Murtha Cancer Center located at the Walter Reed National Military Medical Center (WRNMMC), Bethesda, Maryland is a modern, patient-centric, tri-service military healthcare facility. Its comprehensive core of military and civilian oncologists and other cancer-trained clinicians and researchers provide multidisciplinary cancer-care delivery and patient-family support services. Our Cancer Center, the only DoW Cancer Center of Excellence within the Military Health System, offers its patients access to cutting-edge cancer diagnostic and treatment technologies.

The Henry M. Jackson Foundation for the Advancement of Military Medicine (HJF) is a nonprofit organization dedicated to advancing military medicine. We serve military, medical, academic and government clients by administering, managing and supporting preeminent scientific programs that benefit members of the armed forces and civilians alike. Since its founding in 1983, HJF has served as a vital link between the military medical community and its federal and private partners. HJF's support and administrative capabilities allow military medical researchers and clinicians to maintain their scientific focus and accomplish their research goals.