Sample Processing Material Technician
Req ID #: 227358
Malvern, Pennsylvania, USA
What you’ll do
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.
What you’ll need
- Education: Preferred Bachelor's degree (B.A./B.S.) or equivalent in scientific discipline preferred.
- Experience: 0 to 2 years related experience in a laboratory environment.
- An equivalent combination of education and experience may be accepted as a satisfactory substitute for the specific education and experience listed above.
- 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.
What you get
Core Benefits
- Mental/Dental/Vision Plans
- Vacation and Holiday
- 401(k) with Company Match
- Employee Stock Purchase Plan
Value Added Programs
- Employee discount program
- Tuition Reimbursement
- Employee Recognition and Referral Program
Additional Benefits
- Employee Assistance Plan
- Fitness Reimbursement and Wellness Programs
- Paid Volunteer Time Off
- Parental Leave
About Charles River
Charles River is an early-stage Contact Research Organization (CRO). Here, we are passionate about our role in improving the quality of people's lives. With 100 sites around the globe, we are strategically positioned to coordinate worldwide resources and apply multidisciplinary perspectives in resolving our clients' unique challenges. Our client base includes global pharmaceutical companies, biotechnology companies, government agencies and hospitals and academic institutions around the world.
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