Job Summary:
The Template Control Laboratory Technologist (LT) works with a team that formulates DNA and RNA template control components to support the company’s in vitro diagnostic products’ research and development, manufacturing, validations, and quality control efforts. The LT-I will use established methods and techniques to maintain the lab’s DNA and RNA template inventory, perform template manipulations and verification including diluting, aliquoting, mixing, quantitative PCR, quantitative RT-PCR, and FilmArray analysis, perform template and control mix formulations, and dispense template and control mixes to dependent departments in accordance with the company’s quality system.
The LT-I will receive general instruction on routine work, perform lab duties under supervision, and receive training and additional instruction for new tasks as needed.
Essential Job Duties and Responsibilities:
- Perform all work in compliance with company policy and within the guidelines of BioMerieux’s Quality System.
- Ensure production events are completed per the production schedule.
- Perform general lab maintenance duties, conduct studies, collect data, and keep an accurate record of all work.
- Assist with maintaining inventory of DNA and RNA template, pouch control mixes, and omega QC mixes.
- Utilize sterile technique to perform manipulations and verifications of DNA and RNA templates including diluting, aliquoting, formulating, qPCR, qRT-PCR, and FilmArray analysis.
- Utilize sterile technique in working with microorganisms, including liquid and plate cultures, quantification, dilution, and storage.
- Maintain organization and cleanliness of assigned production area(s).
- Distribute controls and omega mixes to dependent departments.
- Participate in continuous improvement efforts as assigned.
- Maintain records in compliance with regulatory requirements, Good Manufacturing Practices, Standard Operating Procedures, and as required by the Quality System.
- Performs other duties as assigned.
Training and Education:
- B.S. in chemistry, biology, or a related field, or hold an Associate’s degree and have exceptional lab experience.
Experience:
- Minimum 6 months previous experience in a laboratory setting (either academic or professional) is required.
- Previous cGMP experience is strongly preferred.
Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities:
- Knowledge of proper pipetting technique
- Mathematic competency
- Excellent attention to details
- Ability to accurately follow both written and verbal instruction
- Demonstrated proficiency with Microsoft Office Suite
- Effective communication skills, both written and verbal
- Highly collaborative and team oriented
Physical Requirements:
- Must be able to perform duties wearing a Powered Air Purifying Respirator (PAPR).
- Must be able to safely lift 25lbs.
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