Biorepository Technician II

Precision for Medicine•Frederick, MD

4d•$19 - $26•Onsite

About The Position

The Biorepository Technician II will perform with a high degree of accuracy and quality a variety of laboratory-related activities including cryopreservation of biological samples that arrive daily in the repository. Must be skilled in data reconciliation and using the reporting features of the BSI. 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.

Requirements

High School Diploma or equivalent combination of education and experience
2 years’ relevant work experience
Must possess basic laboratory skills and be trained in aseptic technique
Current knowledge of IATA Shipping Regulations and maintenance of certification and standards
Comfortability with excel and its functions, as well as BSI
Requires good attention to detail, excellent documentation skills and must work well in a group environment
Must be a flexible agile team player who can change activities and directions quickly and respond to a variety of assignment and changing business needs
Ability to lift and carry between 31-50 lbs.; Ability to lift up to 50 lbs. overhead with assistance; frequently required to sit, stand and walk for prolonged periods; occasionally required to squat, bend, stoop, push, kneel, reach and perform tasks with repetitive motion; Will be exposed to a cold freezer environment (Freezer temperatures range between -20ºC -196ºC)
Must be able to read, write, speak fluently and comprehend the English language

Responsibilities

Investigate and resolve data discrepancies in conjunction with project collaborators
Prepare and analyze reports from the BSI to identify possible errors in data
Verify discrepancies noted by Lab Technicians/Assistants during withdrawal or inventory procedures
Complete Investigation tasks in specimen requisitions
Respond to freezer alarms in accordance with standard operating procedures
Monitor freezers, refrigerator and room temperatures as assigned by Manager
Unpack specimens and record all pertinent information in Incoming Shipment Batch and incoming folder
Create a folder to house all associated paperwork
Store at appropriate temperature following guidelines set by procedures
Distribute confirmation of shipment receipt form if required by project
Utilize Quality Control Vials to estimate volume of frozen samples
Check information on sample vial against information provided by the study site
Scan samples into data management system, BSI
Correct paperwork where necessary and inform supervisor/manager of any discrepancies by generating a discrepancy report
Assist in the inventory of returned specimens
Aliquot frozen specimens utilizing aseptic technique
Pull samples according to requisition, SOP, and instructions
Perform quality control verification of outgoing samples
Update Outgoing Batch Record
Investigate missing specimens using the BSI and hardcopy data
Contact receiving labs prior to shipment to confirm shipping address and ensure contact will be available to receive specimens
Ship samples (dangerous and non-dangerous goods) by Commercial or local courier
Complete all paperwork (background forms, link-up forms, aliquot forms, return forms or BSI data collection sheets and any other forms which may be necessary)
Perform annual competency assessments for Repository staff
Label vials and shipping boxes
Perform dry shipper QC
Coordinate and execute the quarterly temporary freezer inventory
Coordinate Repository Equipment preventative maintenance
Keep current on IATA Shipping Regulations and maintain certification and standards
Carry out other duties/projects as assigned