Scientific Services Specialist
About The Position
The Scientific Services Specialist supports scientists by performing bulk deliveries and material transfers, and is responsible for Materials Management support for Pharmaceutical Development and other Pre-Clinical customers. The role requires attention to detail, strong organizational skills, effective communication, and the ability to work independently. The position is based at a customer site in Pennsylvania. Work takes place in a laboratory and controlled environments where personal protective equipment may be required. The work pace may be fast, with high demands for completing tasks. The role may involve handling hazardous waste and exposure to laboratory hazards, including extreme temperatures, biological materials, and hazardous chemicals. Medical clearance, respiratory protection training, and fit testing may be required to wear a respirator.
Requirements
- High school diploma or equivalent.
- Ability to follow oral and written directions.
- Ability to demonstrate appropriate use of relevant equipment and software after training.
- Excellent interpersonal, organizational, written, and verbal communication skills.
- Excellent customer service skills and the ability to listen to and interpret client requests.
- MS Office skills, including Outlook, PowerPoint, and Word.
Nice To Haves
- Fork-lift operator certification.
- Knowledge of supply chain management.
- Box truck driving experience.
Responsibilities
- Prepare and pack goods for national and international shipping.
- Manage inventory of bulk reagents, including chemical control.
- Perform quality-control testing using customer systems.
- Sample materials and perform raw material acceptance testing.
- Receive, check, and track materials moving into and out of laboratories using customer systems.
- Collect and transfer waste to a central area.
- Monitor project-specific materials and keep project leaders informed.
- Generate and analyze inventory-use reports.
- Organize warehouse chemicals according to frequency of use.
- Observe safety precautions and proactively raise safety concerns.
- Complete required trainings in a timely manner.
- Maintain training and compliance in health and safety, security, environmental, and operational aspects of daily work.
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What This Job Offers
Job Type
Full-time
Education Level
High school or GED
