Biobank Technician I

Azenta•Indianapolis, IN

2d•Onsite

About The Position

The Biobank Technician I registers, labels, retrieves, stores, and discards biological and production materials, including research samples and products, while maintaining required temperatures and protecting the integrity of the materials and storage processes. The technician performs assigned tasks accurately and in accordance with Standard Operating Procedures (SOPs), applicable regulatory requirements, and project specifications. The role includes using the company inventory management system to handle samples and maintain chain-of-custody records and audit trails. The technician works with potentially infectious materials, maintains a clean work environment, and follows Universal Precautions for bloodborne pathogens. Depending on business needs, the employee may be required to report to either the Indianapolis or Plainfield facility.

Requirements

High school diploma or equivalent.
Two years’ experience demonstrating teamwork, self-motivation, attention to detail, and professionalism.
Strong written and verbal communication skills.
Ability to read, understand, and interpret basic correspondence, instructions, rules, and procedures in English.
Ability to make decisions and judgments based on reasoning.
Ability to perform tasks carefully, thoroughly, and accurately, checking work for completeness.
Strong attention to detail when performing repetitive tasks.
Ability to use Microsoft Excel, including basic and intermediate functions.
Ability to lift 50 pounds.
Ability to reach, lift, and bend; stand or sit for extended periods; and perform right- and left-hand finger dexterity tasks.
Ability to discern colors or use color-correction glasses.
Ability to work with refrigerants such as dry ice and liquid nitrogen using proper PPE.

Nice To Haves

Life sciences experience.
GMP, GTP, or CLIA experience.

Responsibilities

Perform assigned functions methodically and in accordance with Standard Operating Procedures (SOPs).
Adhere to FDA Good Practices (GMP, GTP, GLP, GDP), ISO, CAP standards, and other regulatory requirements outlined in SOPs.
Handle materials while maintaining required temperatures, from +30°C to -196°C, as specified by project requirements and SOPs.
Follow safety requirements when working with infectious and noninfectious biological materials, radioactive materials, chemical compounds, and drug products.
Use the company inventory management system for sample-handling tasks and maintain chain of custody and audit trails.
Register samples by scanning barcodes and checking material information against project and shipment-manifest specifications.
Overlay or place labels on materials as required by project specifications.
Store materials at required temperatures in designated storage units for the specified material category.
Retrieve and package materials for laboratory services, outbound shipments, and discards.
Perform quality-control checks, including discard quality checks.
Investigate and document issues encountered during sample registration or retrieval using common and company-specific systems.
Generate location-management reports.
Assist with upkeep of the facility.
Maintain a clean work environment and follow Universal Precautions when working in potentially contaminated areas.