Repository Support Technician

Azenta Life Sciences

2d•$30 - $35•Onsite

About The Position

Azenta Life Sciences is a global leader in the life sciences space with headquarters with offices and operations worldwide. We are a market leader in automated bio sample management solutions and genomic services across areas such as drug development, clinical and advanced cell therapies for the industry's top pharmaceutical, biotech, academic and healthcare institutions globally. We provide unparalleled capabilities with our lab analysis, sample management and storage services, informatics software, and consumables, with the largest installed base managing over 1 billion samples globally. This Azenta professional will oversee the site repository sample management and maintenance duties for a local client. This may include basic sample handling tasks, movement of equipment, routine freezer maintenance, and stocking of supplies. Additional job specifics will be outlined for the client/location based upon contracted services.

Requirements

High School Diploma plus 1 year of demonstrated proficiency in equipment maintenance and repair OR 6 months of demonstrated proficiency in freezer repair and maintenance
Vocational training or experience in a mechanical related field
Scientific equipment repairs preferred
Strong communication skills, both written and verbal
Ability to read/understand/interpret basic correspondence, instructions, rules, procedures in English language
Ability to make decisions and judgements based on reasoning
Ability to perform tasks accurately with adherence to established protocols
Strong attention to detail for repetitive tasks
Ability to use Microsoft Office suite, performing basic and intermediate functions
Perform physically demanding tasks in a safe manner
Ability to lift 50 lbs.
Extended periods of standing or sitting
Right- and left-hand finger dexterity
Ability to discern colors or use of color correction glasses
Ability to work with refrigerants (e.g., dry ice and LN₂) using proper PPE and techniques

Nice To Haves

Professional degree preferred

Responsibilities

Perform all functions methodically and in accordance with Standard Operating Procedures (SOPs).
Adhere to FDA Good Practices (GMP, GTP, GLP, GDP), International Organization of Standards (ISO), College of American Pathologists (CAP) standards and other regulatory requirements as outlined in SOPs
Assist with scheduled/non-scheduled installation, maintenance, calibration, and validation of storage environments.
Diagnose, repair, or work with a 3rd party for equipment malfunctions
Install, maintain, and repair temperature monitoring equipment.
Handle materials in a manner that maintains required temperatures (+30°C to -196°C) per SOPs
Follow all safety requirements for working with infectious and non-infectious biological materials, radioactive materials, chemical compounds, and drug products
Ensure chain of custody and audit trails for all activities are proactively maintained using Azenta or client systems
Help the client and scientists manage inventory of consumables and supplies.
Assist client and scientist requests, such as sample inventory, receipt, labelling, and shipping
Other duties as assigned