Specimen Management Technician

Altasciences•Everett, WA

4d•Onsite

About The Position

The Specimen Management Technician, working under direct supervision, is responsible for the timely and accurate receipt, preparation, management, processing, shipping and/or storage of laboratory specimens in compliance with GLP guidelines, study protocols and SOPs. At Altasciences, employees assist and work in the discovery, development, and manufacturing of new drug therapies to get them faster to people who need them, having a significant impact on global health and well-being.

Requirements

High school diploma or equivalent required.
Basic computer skills including proficiency with Microsoft Office suite; adapts easily to new software.
English proficiency both written and verbal; general reading, writing and verbal communication skills.
High level detail-orientation with problem solving and troubleshooting skills required.
Basic math skills.
Strong cross-team collaboration.
Flexibility and efficiency in a fast-paced environment.

Nice To Haves

Previous laboratory or regulated environment preferred.
Knowledge of current International Air Transport Association (IATA) and Code of Federal Regulations (49 CFR) transportation safety requirements preferred.
Watson system knowledge preferred.
Strong communication skills preferred.

Responsibilities

Responsible for working in compliance with GLP guidelines, protocols and SOPs.
Coordinate with study directors, coordinators, pathologists, laboratory staff, and vivarium staff.
Prepare, receive, centrifuge, separate and transfer/ship specimens according to SOPs and protocol design with limited supervision.
Maintain and utilize laboratory equipment and instruments.
Maintain chain of custody of all specimens processed and ensure timely transfer of specimens for analysis, archive, shipment or storage.
Maintain documentation of procedures and equipment used and performs quality control of forms and logs.
Maintain laboratory/shipping supplies.
Maintain cleanliness of the department areas.
Cross-train to perform other duties within specimen management.
Assist all areas of specimen management as well as other departments.