Headlands Research

Headlands Research

Laboratory Technician / Phlebotomist

Kelowna, British Columbia · Full-time

Sponsorship not specified$52k-$58kDetected 12 days ago
GCPComplianceExcelHIPAAClinical TrialsClinical ResearchPatient CareResearchCommunicationTime ManagementMicrosoft OfficeOSHAGxP

About the role

  • The Phlebotomist/Lab Tech is a key member of the clinical research team, supporting studies through specimen collection, processing, documentation, and shipment in compliance with Good Clinical Practice (GCP), study protocols, and safety regulations.

Responsibilities

  • Perform phlebotomy, urine collection, and sample processing (centrifuging, aliquoting, labeling).
  • Maintain specimen logs, shipping records, temperature logs, and other documentation.
  • Perform and document equipment calibration and ensure safety compliance (OSHA, HIPAA).
  • Accurately record lab results and maintain electronic and paper logs in systems such as CRIO or eCRFs.
  • Monitor and maintain inventory of lab kits and supplies.

Requirements

  • Must be certified in phlebotomy
  • Must be comfortable with performing Research Assistant tasks when the lab is slow.
  • Ability to handle potentially hazardous materials safely.

Nice to have

  • Previous experience in clinical research is a huge plus

Skills

  • Predictable weekday schedule (no nights, no weekends, no emergency draws)
  • More time and control during patient visits and specimen handling
  • Specialized lab work beyond routine phlebotomy (processing, PK handling, shipping)
  • Smaller, collaborative teams where your role is respected
  • Lab professionals who value precision over speed
  • Phlebotomists looking for predictability and balance
  • Candidates curious about clinical research and career growth
  • Team players who take pride in quality, compliance, and patient experience

Compensation

  • CAD $52,000 - $58,000

Benefits

  • Meaningful purpose -your work directly supports future medical treatments

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