Summary
Center for Breakthrough Medicines is seeking a Laboratory Technician to provide laboratory support for scientists in the Process Development laboratory areas of the organization. The Laboratory Technician supports the execution of cell and gene therapy process development. The Lab Tech will work on interdisciplinary teams, implement process improvements, and participate in process troubleshooting. Responsibilities will include a variety of tasks including but not limited to vendor management, equipment maintenance, buffer preparation, sample management and other key support functions to enable successful execution of process development team.
Responsibilities
- Operates and responsible for autoclave, parts washer/glassware washer, and other general laboratory equipment
- Prepares certain equipment ahead of scientific teams needing for operations. This may include cleaning of equipment, performance of standardize checks, staging materials, etc
- Reviews documentation daily (cleaning logs)
- Manages onsite vendors to ensure business demands are met (cleaners, gowning, and biowaste vendors)
- Prepares buffers, tubing assemblies, and other items to prepare for an experiment
- Supports equipment management practices involving movement, systematic management, installation, routine maintenance, etc
- Executes work based on Standard Operating Procedures (SOPs) or Work Instructions (WIs). This individual may be asked to revise or develop these documentations as needed
- Manage own time, professional development, and be accountable for quality results
- Follows all company environmental, health and safety policies, procedures, and guidelines, and conducts work in a safe manner
- Ensures labs are in a constant state of audit readiness
- Perform other related duties as assigned
Qualifications
- B.S./A.S. in a related laboratory field preferred; GED or equivalent required
- 2+ years’ experience in a laboratory setting within the medical device/pharmaceutical industry (or similar) with knowledge of lab equipment preferred
- Knowledge of GxPs, SOPs, QA compliance enforcement
