Job Description

Job description

Position Summary:

The Sample Technician I is a core team member of the Operations Team. This position is responsible for

ensuring that sample inventory is moved appropriately through the workflow. Technicians perform routine

biorepository tasks to ensure the proper collection, processing, storing and distribution of biological and

pharmaceutical specimens.

Key Responsibilities:

• Receive incoming Biological/Pharmaceutical specimens. Process, label and scan and/or enter codes into digital inventory system ensuring all information is accurate and complete.

• Experienced in written and verbal communications with either commercial clients or government investigators and a strong documentation background in a laboratory setting with respect to regulatory requirements (cGMP, cGLP or ISO) and Standard Operating Procedures is a requirement. Flexible team player who can change directions quickly and respond to a variety of Repository needs.

• Respond to customer inquiries; generate shipping manifests; locate and pull samples from cold storage; repack appropriately for shipping

• Receive in new samples against manifest/Intake documentation. Verify contents inventory via inventory system and store in appropriate storage condition.

• Managing inventory of transferred product from failed/retired equipment

• Respond to freezer temperature alarms. Assess the situation and determine if specimens should be moved and if freezer repairs are necessary.

• Check, monitor and record temperature and perform root cause analysis of deviations and implement a resolution or initiate a service request when necessary

• Carry out and maintain sufficient inventory of laboratory stock for daily operations.

• Keep current on IATA Shipping Regulations and maintain certification and standards

• Carry out other duties/projects as assigned

Other Duties

• Please note this job description is not designed to cover or contain a comprehensive listing of activities, duties or responsibilities that are required of the employee for this job. Duties, responsibilities and activities may change at any time with or without notice.

Qualifications:

• Education:

• High school diploma

• Experience:

• Experience in the handling and safety of biohazardous materials is desirable

• Warehouse experience is desirable

• Skills and Knowledge:

• Strong attention to detail, highly proactive, well-organized, and experience multitasking and meeting deadlines.

• Ability to perform procedural work routines and operate specialized scientific equipment.

• Ability to follow oral and/or written instructions; keen attention to detail in order to question and identify problems that should arise.

• Ability to communicate effectively and professionally with others, including clients and vendors

• Punctual, dependable, and trustworthy

• Physical workload and needs to be able to lift 50 lbs.

• Ability to stand and move around for extended periods of time What We Offer:

• Comprehensive training in GMP and pharmaceutical industry standards.

• Opportunities for professional development and career advancement.

• Competitive salary and benefits package, including health insurance, 401(k), and paid time off.

Job Type: Full-time

Benefits:

• 401(k)

• Dental insurance

• Health insurance

• Life insurance

• Paid time off

• Vision insurance

Work Location: In person

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