Job Description
Job Overview
Responsible for performing a wide variety of tasks involved in sample reception and other related sample processing activities, inventory management of client-supplied sample and other materials, and internal and external cell banks. Specific activities include, but are not limited to: sample receipt, inspection, distribution, storage, shipping, disposal and inventory of client sample materials. Additionally, completes follow-up and coordination activities with Project Management, Operational Labs and clients in support of the sample testing and storage materials.
ESSENTIAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES:
- Perform daily tasks including sample receipt, storage, distribution and shipment of materials.
- Support other laboratory technicians by receiving and distributing internal samples and seed banks, receiving and quarantining materials.
- Manage inventory of client-supplied sample materials, client cell banks and internal cell banks.
- Create, update, and monitor client storage files and internal seed bank files.
- Perform periodic inventory reconciliation activities as directed by Sample Processing Management team.
- Perform data entry into the Laboratory Information Management System (LIMS) to record all sample material transactions in accordance with Sample Processing Standard Operating Procedures (SOPs).
- Complete follow-up correspondence with Project Management and Operational Labs to ensure the sample reception process can be completed in a timely and accurate manner.
- Must regularly communicate with associates / technicians / clients to ensure timely and accurate information flow related to all sample processing activities.
- Maintain proper documentation including training records, room monitoring, cleaning and equipment logbooks in accordance with SOPs.
- Maintain current knowledge of relevant Federal and State regulations.
- Perform all other related duties as assigned.
Qualifications
- Education: Bachelor's degree (B.A./B.S.) or equivalent in scientific discipline preferred.
- Experience: 0 to 2 years related experience in a laboratory environment.
- Other: Able to work independently under minimal supervision. Knowledge of GMPs/GLPs required. Ability to communicate verbally and through written correspondence. Work is highly computer system oriented.
The pay for this position is $23.51 per hour. Please note that salaries vary within the range based on factors including, but not limited to, experience, skills, education, certifications, and location.