Laboratory Technician II
Job Description
Job Summary:
- Join a team dedicated to supporting cell culture process development and other activities within Upstream Bio Process Development, Biopharmaceutics Development (R&D) This individual is familiar with sterile technique, cell culture lab equipment, and has good laboratory and documentation practices.
- This individual must be willing to learn new laboratory techniques, on the job training will be provided.
Duties and Responsibilities:
- Routine sampling and data entry of cell culture experiments.
- Routine lab activities: include stocking, organizing, and inventory of consumables/supplies.
- Monitor and maintain laboratory equipment operation (BGA, OSMO, CEDEX, FLEX, and Vicell).
- Assist with preparation of small batch quantities (?10L) media and buffer solutions as needed.
- Clean and assist in general housekeeping of laboratories, common equipment, and other parts of the building as needed.
- Work and communicate within a team if clarification is needed to proceed with a job task.
- Assist in the drafting and review of document procedural records (i.e. SOP) for completeness and accuracy.
- Operate complex systems and equipment in strict accordance with SOP’s and safety guidelines.
- May involve work with hazardous materials.
Education:
- Minimum of AA Degree Required.
Knowledge, Skills and Abilities:
- A general knowledge of laboratory procedures, equipment, and terminology.
- This individual is expected to be able to perform standard algebraic calculations for lab work such as serial dilutions and concentration calculations for solutions.
- Having a basic understanding of dimensional analysis is a plus.
- Should be able handle multiple tasks simultaneously.
- Able to carry out tasks according to verbal and written instructions.
- Demonstrated interpersonal skills and effective communication skills required.
- Demonstrated ability to operate and care for laboratory equipment.
- Requires physical demands of lifting up to 30-35 pounds. (occasionally)