Lab Technician

Job Description

Job Summary:

• The Protein and Bioanalytical Sciences (PBS) team is committed to creating and delivering quality Client research test articles for preclinical evaluation of antibody-based cancer treatments.
• This position is responsible for preparing test articles, shipping materials (both domestically & internationally), and assisting with logistical duties on behalf of various client.
• Materials include – but are not limited to – Antibody Drug Conjugates (ADCs), proteins, toxic linker payloads, and bioanalysis study samples.
• Additional duties include performing routine inventory maintenance and sample organizing activities.
• This person will play a critical operational role in helping shape a new team handling and organizing outgoing and incoming research grade material for our scientists and business partners to conduct scientific research and collaboration with more efficiency.

Duties and Responsibilities:

• Regular maintenance and auditing of robust inventories.
• Performing inventory recalling activities for request fulfilment including sample preparation including aliquoting, sample checks (i.e UV-Vis).
• Timely material recording and facilitation with Shipping and Receiving documentation
• Managing large reagent inventories with Freezer works software.
• Evaluating and building new lab efficiencies towards sample management and logistic processes
• Regular collaboration with team members and strong communication skills

Education and Experience:

• Bachelor’s degree in biochemistry, chemistry, or related field with 0-2 years relevant experience, or equivalent.
• Experience with automated lab equipment and protocols is a plus.
• Experience working with protein liquid chromatography or spectroscopy instrumentation.
• Prior experience working with electronic lab notebooks and/or LIMS systems.

Knowledge, Skills and Abilities:

• Highly detail-oriented with strong analytical, organizational, and multi-tasking skills.
• Ability to perform routine tasks independently and commitment to high quality analysis and meticulous documentation.
• Willingness to work with potent cytotoxic compounds and following safety protocols.
• Hands-on laboratory experience (excluding college coursework).
• Protein and/or antibody and small compound handling experience.
• Practical and general knowledge and experience in a laboratory setting.