Biorepository Technician I

Position Summary

The Biorepository Technician I will assist in shipment & receipt, the retrieval and preservation of biological samples that arrive daily or are stored in the repository.

Essential Functions

• Monitoring of Freezers
  • Respond to freezer alarms in accordance with standard operating procedures
  • Monitor freezers, refrigerator and room temperatures as assigned by Manager
• Receive Biological Samples
  • Unpack specimens and record all pertinent information in Incoming Shipment Batch and incoming folder
  • Create a folder to house all associated paperwork
  • Store at appropriate temperature following guidelines set by procedures
  • Distribute confirmation of shipment receipt form if required by project
• Receive Supplies Into Inventory
  • Verify shipment contents against packing list
  • Quarantine Raw Materials for release by QA department
• Inventory of Frozen Biological Samples
  • Check information on sample vial against information provided by the study site
  • Scan samples into data management system, BSI
  • Correct paperwork where necessary and inform supervisor/manager of any discrepancies by generating a discrepancy report
  • Assist in the inventory of returned specimens
  • Aliquot frozen specimens utilizing aseptic technique
• Retrieve Frozen Samples From Inventory And Ship
  • Pull samples according to requisition, SOP, and instructions
  • Perform quality control verification of outgoing samples
  • Update Outgoing Batch Record
  • Contact receiving labs prior to shipment to confirm shipping address and ensure contact will be available to receive specimens
  • Ship samples (dangerous and non-dangerous goods) by Commercial or local courier
  • Complete all paperwork (link-up forms, aliquot forms, return forms or BSI data collection sheets and any other forms which may be necessary)
• Miscellaneous
  • Label vials and shipping boxes
  • Perform dry shipper QC
  • Keep current on IATA Shipping Regulations and maintain certification and standards
  • Carry out other duties/projects as assigned

Qualifications

• High School Diploma or equivalent combination of education and experience
• 2 years' of general working experience

Required Skills

• Good attention to detail
• Excellent documentation skills
• Must work well in a group environment
• Familiarity with Excel and basic functions within the program
• Must be a flexible, agile team player who can change activities and directions quickly and respond to a variety of assignments and changing business needs
• Ability to lift and carry between 31-50 lbs.
• Ability to lift up to 50 lbs. overhead with assistance
• Frequently required to sit, stand and walk for prolonged periods
• Occasionally required to squat, bend, stoop, push, kneel, reach and perform tasks with repetitive motion
• Will be exposed to a cold freezer environment (freezer temperatures range between -20°C – -196°C)
• Must be able to read, write, speak fluently and comprehend the English language

Preferred Qualifications

• 1 year of relevant lab experience
• Basic laboratory skills
• Trained in aseptic technique