Lab Technician I

Job Description

Job Summary:

• The primary role of the Media Prep Technician is to prepare pharmaceutical buffers, agar plates, and tissue culture media for client’s lab operations in Cambridge, MA.
• Formulating buffers, plates and media for the PRD community allows our scientists to focus their time and skills on developing Breakthroughs That Change Patients’ Lives.

Job Responsibilities:

• Prepare buffers and media in final volumes ranging from 100ml to 200L for PRD customers in accordance with formulation documents, standard operating procedures and good lab practices.
• Accurately and legibly record weights, pH and other parameters on formulation worksheets.
• Perform thorough reviews of the formulation worksheets completed by team members.
• Conduct daily checks of stock solutions at customer locations in KSQ1 and KSQ2 to maintain pre-determined inventory levels. When stock levels are low, place orders for replacement solutions in the eSolutions formulation request system.
• Communicate with customers through the Media Prep Team distribution email.
• Place orders for raw materials and solution preparation supplies using client’s purchasing system and vendor-supported managed inventory program.
• Maintain safety and good housekeeping including calibrating and cleaning lab instruments and equipment.
• Follow guidelines and rules set by Media Prep Lab Lead.

Required Education & Skills:

• Associate degree in a scientific discipline or equivalent laboratory experience.
• Math and algebra skills.
• Good oral, written and interpersonal communication skills.
• Problem solving and troubleshooting solutions.
• Capable of working independently and organizing work activities.

Preferred Skills & Experience:

• One year or more of experience in a similar role with Biopharma.
• Familiarity with laboratory practices and aseptic technique.
• Data extrapolation and reporting.

Physical Requirements:

• Stand for extended periods of time.
• Climb stairs, kneel or crouch to retrieve items.
• Lift up to 44lb(20L) and push and pull carts.
• Perform detailed work on multiple, concurrent tasks, with frequent interruptions and under time constraints.
• Must be able to perform algebraic mathematical calculations and determine molarity and percentages.
• Autonomously calculates volumes of required solution components based on mathematical calculations.