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Apr 30, 2026

Clinical/Technical Specialist – Processing Services - Iowa Lions Eye Bank

Job Description

University of Iowa Health Care, Department of Ophthalmology & Visual Sciences is seeking a 100% Clinical/Technical Specialist – Processing Services – Iowa Lions Eye Bank. The Clinical/Technical Specialist – Processing Services (PVA1; 4A) participates in, and carries out as directed, ongoing tissue preparation laboratory projects of the Iowa Lions Eye Bank (ILEB) Laboratory, including Descemet’s Stripping Automated Endothelial Keratoplasty (DSAEK) graft preparation, Descemet’s Membrane Endothelial Keratoplasty (DMEK) graft preparation, and long-term ocular tissue preservation. This position also assists with the inventory program, equipment management program, sterilization services, and assists in the evaluation and distribution of tissue as directed. All job functions are performed according to the standards set by Iowa Lions Eye Bank’s Standard Operating Procedures, the Food and Drug Administration’s Current Good Tissue Practices, and the Eye Bank Association of America’s Medical Standards.


POSITION RESPONSIBILITIES

1. Prepare tissue for transplant surgery
a. Evaluate tissue before and after processing
b. Prepare tissue using hand dissection or microkeratome technology
c. Package and distribute ocular tissue
d. Liaison with surgeons regarding processed graft properties
2. Assist as needed in preparation of processed corneal grafts
a. Prepare processing environments for all types of corneal graft processing
b. Circulate for the tissue preparer during all types of processing procedures
c. Clean and sterilize equipment following processing procedures
3. Quality Assurance
a. Collect and record data
b. Analyze data and recommend program modifications
c. Recommend and implement research projects
d. Collect and analyze data for tissue processing research projects according to protocols
4. Assists with coordination in inventory control, supply and equipment management, including sterilization services, maintaining or exceeding the FDA’s CFR 1270 and 1271 Eye Bank Association of America’s Medical Standards.
a. Track, stock/order and facilitate laboratory inventory control
b. Prepare single use tissue processing supply packs
c. Assist in the management all tissue processing equipment including regular cleaning and routine maintenance
d. Ensure that sterilization program meets end user needs
e. Participate in all aspects of Processing Services Quality Assurance
5. Liaison with internal and external eye bank distribution personnel, surgical coordinators, and surgeons as needed
a. Assists in coordinating tissue receipt and distribution with other eye banks
b. Assists in coordinating tissue requirements, final properties and logistics with end user surgeons
c. Participates in local, regional or national projects as assigned
6. Other duties as assigned


University of Iowa Health Care—recognized as one of the best hospitals in the United States—is Iowa's only comprehensive academic medical center and a regional referral center. Each day more than 12,000 employees, students, and volunteers work together to provide safe, quality health care and excellent service for our patients. Simply stated, our mission is: Changing Medicine. Changing Lives.®


Percent of Time: 100%

Schedule: preferred schedule Sunday through Thursday.

Location: BioVentures Center (2500 Crosspark Rd, Coralville IA 52241)

On Campus: This position is performed fully on campus.

Pay Level: 4A

REQUIRED QUALIFICATIONS

1. Bachelor’s degree or an equivalent combination of education and experience
  • Excellent written and verbal communication skills
  • Must be detail oriented with paper documentation and proficient in entering data into a variety of computer software programs
  • Must be able to perform repetitive tasks with a high degree of accuracy
  • Availability to work a weekly schedule Sunday through Thursday


DESIRED QUALIFICATIONS

  • At least 6 months of eye banking experience highly desirable
  • At least 6 months of experience working in an aseptic/sterile environment
3. At least 6 months of laboratory or healthcare experience
4. At least 6 months of experience working in a highly regulated environment
5. The ability to perform extremely delicate tasks both with and without the assistance of a binocular operating microscope


POSITION & APPLICATION DETAILS

In order to be considered for an interview, applicants must upload the following documents and mark them as a "Relevant File" to the submission:

  • Resume
  • Cover Letter

Job openings are posted for a minimum of 14 calendar days and may be removed from posting and filled any time after the original posting period has ended.

Successful candidates will be required to self-disclose any conviction history and will be subject to a criminal background check and credential/education verification. Up to 5 professional references will be requested at a later step in the recruitment process. This position is not eligible for University sponsorship for employment authorization.

For additional questions, please contact Lydia Davidson, HR Generalist, at lydia-davidson@uiowa.edu.

Applicant Resource Center

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Our Applicant Resource Center is now open in the Fountain Lobby at the Main Hospital.

Hours:

Monday 10:00 a.m. – 4:00 p.m.

Tuesday 10:00 a.m. – 4:00 p.m.

Wednesday 10:00 a.m. – 4:00 p.m.

Thursday 10:00 a.m. – 4:00 p.m.

Friday 10:00 a.m. – 4:00 p.m.

Or by appointment

Contact TAHealthCareSupport@healthcare.uiowa.edu to schedule an appointment or just stop by.

Visit the website for more information: Application Resource Center | University of Iowa Health Care

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