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MESO SCALE DIAGNOSTICS, LLC. · 4 days ago

Sample Management Technician II

Gaithersburg, MD

Full-time

Onsite

Entry Level

$46K/yr - $66K/yr

1+ years exp

Meso Scale Diagnostics, LLC. is a company specializing in laboratory diagnostics, and they are seeking a Sample Management Technician II. This role is primarily responsible for performing preventative maintenance on laboratory equipment and handling pre-clinical and clinical samples, ensuring compliance with Good Laboratory Practices.

Innovation ManagementManufacturingTest and Measurement

No H1B

Responsibilities

Aliquots qualification and customer samples according to documented processes with precision and accuracy

Documents activities, records observations and completes all paperwork in accordance with Good Laboratory Practice/Good Clinical Laboratory Practice (GLP/GCLP), SOPs, and protocols as applicable

Uses established checklists in the routine performance of tasks

Maintains sample management tracking logs

Documents sample discrepancies and communicates to appropriate parties under limited supervision

Ensures proper storage conditions and follows safety requirements based on sample type

Monitors proper storage of samples, including appropriate location, temperature and condition of freezers

Participates in rotation for on-call freezer temperature monitoring and response activities

Prepares labels using automated and manual systems

Processes sample transfer/return requests, communicating with customer through email for returns and consolidates samples for storage/shipment under limited supervision

Performs general sample management laboratory support functions such as supply inventory, lab equipment (freezer) maintenance and laboratory daily cleaning

Performs freezer inventory/cycle counts

Performs preventative maintenance for laboratory equipment (plate washers, plate readers) with direct supervision

Recognizes deviations from normal situations and results, informs supervisor and assists in the resolution

Performs end of day/freezer closeout tasks under limited supervision

Prepares, maintains, and updates electronic or physical inventories (samples, supplies, reagents, etc.)

Adheres to all laboratory safety policies and procedures including proper use of all required personal protective equipment (PPE)

Qualification

Biosafety Level 2 (BSL-2)Laboratory Practice (GLP)Pipetting skillsLaboratory equipment handlingMicrosoft Office proficiencyCustomer service orientationMulti-taskOrganizational skillsCommunication skills

Required

Associate's degree in Biology or related field, with a minimum of one year in a regulated laboratory or Clinical Research Organization (CRO) is required

High School diploma and additional experience in a regulated laboratory or CRO may be substituted for Associate's degree

Training in and experience with Biosafety Level 2 (BSL-2) techniques is required

Knowledge of Good Laboratory Practice/Good Clinical Laboratory Practice (GLP/GCLP)

Strong proficiency in working with computers and Microsoft office (especially excel and outlook)

Pipetting skills with high precision and accuracy

Ability to work with laboratory equipment including but not limited to freezers, refrigerators, single/multi-channel pipettes, plate washers and plate readers

Excellent listening, oral and written communication skills

Strong interpersonal and organizational skills

Strong customer service orientation

Ability to multi-task and produce high quality data working under strict deadlines

Ability to work effectively in a fast-paced, high energy, demanding and deadline driven environment

Comfortable in working in a laboratory environment and able to handle specimens

Ability to understand and follow SOPs and written instructions

Ability to work independently and as an effective team member

Ability to work outside of normal business hours to include long hours and weekends

Ability to participate in on-call schedule for freezer temperature monitoring and response activities

Documents activities, records observations and completes all paperwork in accordance with Good Laboratory Practice/Good Clinical Laboratory Practice (GLP/GCLP), SOPs, and protocols as applicable

Maintains sample management tracking logs

Documents sample discrepancies and communicates to appropriate parties under limited supervision

Ensures proper storage conditions and follows safety requirements based on sample type

Monitors proper storage of samples, including appropriate location, temperature and condition of freezers

Participates in rotation for on-call freezer temperature monitoring and response activities

Prepares labels using automated and manual systems

Processes sample transfer/return requests, communicating with customer through email for returns and consolidates samples for storage/shipment under limited supervision

Performs general sample management laboratory support functions such as supply inventory, lab equipment (freezer) maintenance and laboratory daily cleaning

Performs freezer inventory/cycle counts

Performs preventative maintenance for laboratory equipment (plate washers, plate readers) with direct supervision

Recognizes deviations from normal situations and results, informs supervisor and assists in the resolution

Performs end of day/freezer closeout tasks under limited supervision

Prepares, maintains, and updates electronic or physical inventories (samples, supplies, reagents, etc.)

Adheres to all laboratory safety policies and procedures including proper use of all required personal protective equipment (PPE)

Preferred

Training in and experience with GLP and/or GCLP is highly preferred

Benefits

Medical, dental, and vision coverage

Prescription benefits

401(k) plan with company matching

Flexible spending accounts

Company-paid short- and long-term disability insurance

Group life and accidental death and dismemberment insurance

Paid vacation

Paid sick leave

Paid holidays

Paid parental leave

Employee assistance program

Fitness club membership contribution

Pet insurance

Identity theft protection

Home and auto insurance discounts

Optional supplemental life insurance

Company

MESO SCALE DIAGNOSTICS, LLC.

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Founded in 1995, Meso Scale Discovery (MSD) is a global leader in the development, manufacture, and commercialization of innovative assays and instruments for the measurement of molecules in biological samples.

Founded in 1995

Rockville, Maryland, USA

1001-5000 employees