Laboratory Processing Technician

It’s More Than a Career, It’s a Mission.

Our people are the foundation of our success. By joining our growing team at Sarah Cannon Research Institute (SCRI), a subsidiary of McKesson, you will have the opportunity to become part of one of the largest community-based cancer programs to advance oncology treatments and improve outcomes for cancer patients across the globe. We look for mission-driven candidates who have a desire to advance the fight against cancer and make a difference in the lives of patients diagnosed with cancer every day.

Our Mission

People who live with cancer – those who work to prevent it, fight it, and survive it – are at the heart of every decision we make. Bringing the most innovative medical minds together with the most passionate caregivers in their communities, we are transforming care and personalizing treatment. Through clinical excellence and cutting-edge research, SCRI is redefining cancer care around the world.

As a Laboratory Research Assistant/ Lab Processing Technician you will perform high-level medical laboratory processing procedures for specimens received on patients enrolled in clinical trials.  

• You will initiate improvements, tools, processes and forms to enhance the efficiency and the quality of work in the lab 

• You will assist with the training of new Lab Technicians 

• You will process and ship bone marrow samples according to lab instructions provided by study sponsor 

• You will process and ship pharmacokinetic/pharmacodynamic and all other samples according to instructions provided by study sponsor  

• You will be responsible for high- level processing procedures requested by study sponsors becoming the primary processor and trainer for those procedures 

• You will be responsible for attending the lab portion of the site initiation visit (SIV) when possible  

• You will prepare study supplies/source documents necessary for obtaining lab samples prior to patient treatment  

• You will utilize electronic medical record (EMR) for source documentation  

• You will maintain accurate freezer sample logs  

• You will maintain accurate records of sample acquisition and shipping. All PK samples must have source documents available in patient charts that are accurate and complete. All shipping and processing records should be maintained in the patient’s study folder  

• You will schedule appropriate couriers for sample shipments.  

• You will ensure there is an adequate supply of dry ice available for shipments  

• You will respond to queries generated from study sponsor or contract lab regarding patient/sample data  

• You will interface with Tennessee Oncology and Centennial Medical Center laboratory personnel regarding labs for research patients  

• You will interface with Research Nurses to ensure that all research patients have correct lab kits prior to patients’ visits and to ensure all necessary specimens are collected per lab manual 

You should have for this position: 

• Vocational training or certification in laboratory science and/or phlebotomy. 

• Current BLS certification 

• Knowledge of OSHA requirements for safe handling of blood and body fluids 

• Skill in venipuncture and blood processing 

• At least one year of clinical laboratory and phlebotomy or equivalent experience 

This position will be posted until April 20th, 2026

About Sarah Cannon Research Institute

Sarah Cannon Research Institute (SCRI) is one of the world’s leading oncology research organizations conducting community-based clinical trials. Focused on advancing therapies for patients over the last three decades, SCRI is a leader in drug development. In 2022, SCRI formed a joint venture with former US Oncology Research to expand clinical trial access across the country. It has conducted more than 750 first-in-human clinical trials since its inception and contributed to pivotal research that has led to the majority of new cancer therapies approved by the FDA today. SCRI’s research network brings together more than 1,300 physicians who are actively enrolling patients into clinical trials at more than 250 locations in 24 states across the U.S. Please click here to learn more about our research offerings.

We care about the well-being of the patients and communities we serve, and that starts with caring for our people. That’s why we have a Total Rewards package that includes comprehensive benefits to support physical, mental, and financial well-being. Our Total Rewards offerings serve the different needs of our diverse colleague population and ensure they are the healthiest versions of themselves. For more information regarding benefits through our parent company, McKesson, please click here.

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