Sample Processing and Materials Technician
We are seeking a Sample Processing and Materials Technician for our Biologics Testing Solutions site located in Malvern, PA.
This position is responsible for performing a wide variety of tasks involved in sample processing and inventory management of client-related samples,critical components, critical laboratory supplies, specialty reagents, client-supplied raw materials, and internal and external cell banks. Performs a variety of activities related to log in, sample processing, storage, shipping of stored materials and client support.
The following are responsibilities related to the Sample Processing and Materials Technician position:
- Perform daily tasks including sample receipt and log in; which includes but it not limited to opening packages containing client-relatedmaterials, documenting receipt within the appropriate electronic tracking system and/or applicable paperwork and records.
- This also may include contacting project management and/or vendors to resolve any incorrect or damaged items that are received orreturning shipment(s).
- Perform daily tasks including sample release and distribution of client-related and internal materials to the appropriate laboratory personnel, including distributing internal samples and seed banks, receiving and quarantining material, and shipping of client stored materials; which may include creating, updating and monitoring client storage files and internal banking/production files, and preparing internal and external shipment(s) of client materials and/or internal materials.
- Perform technical review of data entry and documentation, and update systems and data according to cGMPs, while maintaining proper documentation including training records and receipt/shipping/storage records
- Perform daily tasks of routine laboratory maintenance, including the monitoring and routine cleaning of laboratory equipment and spaces as required, and all other related duties as assigned.
MINIMUM REQUIREMENTS:
- Bachelor's degree (B.A./B.S.) or equivalent in scientific discipline preferred.
- 1 to 3 years related experience in a laboratory.
- An equivalent combination of education and experience may be accepted as a satisfactory substitute for the specific education and experience listed above.
- Able to work independently under minimal supervision.
- Knowledge of GMPs/GLPs required.
- Must regularly move about inside the work area to access storage units and use laboratory equipment; and frequently bend, sit, stoop, kneel, or crouch.
- Specific vision abilities required by this job include close vision, distance vision, color vision, depth perception, and the ability to adjust focus.
- Must regularly operate a computer and occasionally operates other office productivity machinery such as a calculator, copy/scan machine, and computer printer.
- Must regularly communicate with employees/customers to exchange accurate information.
- Occasionally work around bio-hazardous material