Lab Assistant

AskBio•Durham, NC

9d•Onsite

About The Position

This role is a secondment opportunity at AskBio, available for a time period determined by leadership at both Bayer and AskBio, typically ranging from one to two years. This secondment offers a unique chance to broaden experience, expand knowledge, and contribute to AskBio’s mission of advancing gene therapy and changing patients' lives. AskBio's vision is to pioneer science for transformative molecular medicines, and their mission is to lead innovative science and drive clinical outcomes to transform people's lives. They operate under principles of advancing innovative science, bringing therapeutics to patients, and providing an environment for employees to reach their fullest potential. Their values include being a Pioneer, Cultivating Collaboration, Embracing Responsibility, Raising the Bar, and Acting with Uncompromising Integrity.

Requirements

Bachelor’s degree in biology, chemistry, or related field; OR High School Diploma with 4+ years of relevant work experience.
Prior experience working in an industry lab setting and familiarity with lab consumables and common reagents.
Ability to multitask among multiple projects and teams, and work in a fast-paced, highly interactive environment.
Self-motivated, organized, and capable of troubleshooting independently.
Proficiency in Microsoft Office Suite.
Excellent communication skills with ability to collaborate with colleagues across multiple communication platforms including e-mail, Microsoft Teams, and SharePoint sites.

Nice To Haves

Relevant knowledge and industrial experience with gene therapy, including AAV and/or lentiviral-based platforms.
Experience running routine lab assays such as cell culture, mycoplasma testing, and plasmid preparations.
Familiarity with REES monitoring system for lab equipment.

Responsibilities

Manage and support three distinct labs across multiple sites, ensuring lab areas are clean and well organized.
Manage and support standard ordering practices, keeping up with stock levels as well as recognizing when adjustments need to be made due to project needs.
Be proficient in routine lab work such as cell culture, mycoplasma testing, and plasmid preparation.
Act as a leader for safety protocols in the lab.
Collaborate with R&D team members to contribute to the team's knowledge-sharing culture.
Utilize ticketing systems such as Jira to request, track, and prioritize support, shipping, and inventory tickets, ensuring timely resolution and effective communication with end-users.
Manage and support maintenance of lab equipment.
Provide first-line technical support to end-users, including troubleshooting equipment, hardware, software, and system issues.
Assist with new equipment purchases and calibration services.
Receive internal shipments and ensure delivery to scientific team members to maintain chain of custody.
Collaborate and maintain good relationships with inter-departmental teams and external vendors.
Participate in R&D projects and initiatives, contributing insights and expertise to improve R&D infrastructure and service delivery.