Precision for Medicine is hiring a Processing Technician I to join our team in Berlin.

The Processing Technician I is responsible for receiving, inventory and processing fresh patient samples. They will be performing PMBC or cell subset isolations, plasma fractionations, serum separations, cell thawing, cell counting and generating whole blood aliquots.  Additionally, this role will be responsible for receiving, inventory and accessioning of fresh biological samples into data management system.

Essential functions of the job include but are not limited to:

Receive inventory and process fresh biological samples:

• Receive and inventory all incoming fresh biological samples into electronic data management system, BSI database.
• Perform cell isolations and/or separate whole blood and body fluids into various components and using LIMS database to report, track, and record samples
• Perform cryopreservation of all isolated cells
• Prepare all reagents used in lab
• Create and perform first key of data collection sheets
• Perform equipment preventive maintenance and laboratory organization
• Perform cell thawing and cell count measurements

Miscellaneous:

• Order and inspect lab supplies
• Respond to freezer alarms in accordance with standard operating procedure
• Carry out other duties/projects as assigned

Qualifications:

Minimum Required:

• Associate’s degree (Biology, Chemistry or Life Sciences) or equivalent combination of education and experience

Other Required:

• Must possess basic laboratory skills, experience in pipetting and be trained in aseptic technique
• At least 6-month laboratory experience, tasks including pipetting, performing procedures under GLP (good laboratory practices)

• Good computer skills, confident handling of MS Office ( e.q. Excel, Word, PowerPoint)

• Requires good attention to detail, excellent documentation skills and must work well in a group environment
• Ability to lift and carry between 1-15 lbs.; frequently required to sit, grasp, and use right/left finger dexterity; May be exposed to a cold freezer environment (Freezer temperatures range between -20ºC -196ºC)
• Must be able to read, write, speak fluently, and comprehend the English language