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MPI in Mattawan is seeking a Research Associate in Clinical Pathology Set Ups.

Responsibilities:

The person hired for this position is responsible for the daily activities of the Clinical Pathology Set-ups area, including preparing and labeling collection tubes and containers for the In-Life departments; setting up Provantis instrument worksheets; preparing sample receipt paperwork; and preparing and labeling aliquot tubes and containers for the Clinical Pathology Lab.

Duties and Responsibilities – purpose of the function and result to be accomplished include but are not limited to those listed:

· Prepare and verify HCU / TK / client sample collection and aliquot tubes, daily, as appropriate.

· Complete Provantis worksheet set-up, reordering, and label printing, daily.
· Prepare and verify sample receipt paperwork, daily.

· Complete Provantis data collection and save Provantis reports, as required.
· Record refrigerator and / or freezer temperatures, as required.

· Use pipettes to aliquot samples and / or protocol-driven additives, as assigned.

· Use the following applications daily: Microsoft Office Suite, Provantis (In-Life module, Clinical Pathology Supervisor module, Labeling module), CSU Database (Microsoft Access), Task List Database (Microsoft Access), and eDocs.

· Read, understand, and follow study protocols, standard operating procedures (SOPs), safety requirements, regulatory guidelines (e.g. GLP), and company policies.

· Create and maintain clear and detailed documentation of all procedures, practices, techniques, and training incompliance with GLP standards.

· Provide input into assignments and think ahead with demonstrated planning skills.

· Notify Project Leader or Manager of problems identified that affect the integrity of data or assigned tasks in a timely manner.

· Primarily work independently, but group members will assist each other in bringing tasks and / or projects to successful completion.

· Complete all assigned events in eDocs, 100 percent of the time.

· Punctually and reliably -- attend according to MPI Research company policy.

Qualifications:
· BA / BS in relevant field (Biology, Chemistry, or related field preferred); or

· HS / GED.

· Self-motivated with the ability to work independently under minimal supervision.

· Excellent organizational and communication skills and very detail-oriented.

· Effective task performance, including having the ability to multi-task, in a fast-paced, rapidly-changing environment.

· Personal integrity and ethical conduct.

· Previous laboratory, QC, or data entry experience, preferred.

· Basic familiarity with Microsoft Office Suite, especially MS Word and MS Excel.

· Computer skills, commensurate with Essential Functions and including ability to learn a validated system.

· Ability to work extended hours beyond normal work schedule to include, but not limited to, evenings, weekends, extended shifts and/or extra shifts, sometimes on short notice.

· Ability to work under specific time constraints 

Benefits at a Glance:

· MPI Research provides the following competitive benefits:

· Three choices of medical coverage, including prescription drug and vision coverage.

· Two choices of dental coverage.

· Medical and dependent pre-tax flexible spending accounts.

· Paid time off bank and holidays.

· Retirement savings plan – 401K plan with company matching on employee contributions.

· Short/Long term disability plans, voluntary life insurance, and company paid life insurance.

· Tuition reimbursement program.

· Employee assistance program.

· Employees at MPI Research also are given the opportunity to participate in company-sponsored events, wellness programs, self-directed work teams and open communications programs such as the All Employee Survey.