Laboratory Associate Temp.
About The Position
MTF Biologics processes tissue grafts from human donors that are used in a growing array of clinical applications – positively affecting lives across the globe. As a global nonprofit organization that saves and heals lives by honoring donated gifts and serving patients, we collaborate with the medical, scientific, as well as organ and tissue donation communities. Our goal is simple–do what's right for patients, surgeons, tissue donors, and their families through our guiding principles. The laboratory associate is an entry level position and is responsible for test method execution in accordance to validated MTF procedures and standards set forth by AATB, FDA, TGA, and USP. The laboratory associate will provide support to the laboratory staff in the qualification, implementation and continuation of test methods.
Requirements
- B.S. in biology, microbiology, chemistry, or related science field required.
- 1 year of experience in an academic setting
- Valid Drivers License
- Proficient using Microsoft Office and LIMS database
- Strong communication and organization skills and the ability to work independently and in a team.
- Must be able to read very small print
Responsibilities
- Performing test methods following laboratory systems of operation, current Good Laboratory Practices (cGLPs), current Good Manufacturing Practices (cGMPs) as well as current and approved laboratory operating procedures (OPs) and work instructions (Wis).
- Ensuring test methods are performed within sample hold times.
- Maintaining proficiency and certification for all test methods that training has been completed.
- Entering data, generating labels, and tracking samples within the LIMS.
- Reconciling/receiving samples and maintaining chain-of-custody documentation according to MTF documentation procedures.
- Supporting MTF's QNQE and Engineering departments to provide documentation to support validations and special projects.
- Maintaining control of supply inventory to ensure adequate amounts for daily testing.
- Performing monthly calibrations on micro liter pipettes and thermometers.
- Identifying and correcting paperwork / data errors occurring during entry.
- Maintaining pre and post validation paperwork; providing necessary documentation to QA and R&D for studies.
- Performing daily checks of laboratory equipment including ovens, incubators, hoods, shakers, and thermometers and entering results/documentation to equipment logbooks.
- Performing laboratory assays, microbiological, physical and analytical testing as designated.
- Performing data review for sample throughput daily.
- Performing additional duties as assigned and trained.
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What This Job Offers
Job Type
Full-time
Career Level
Entry Level
