Biorepository Technician I

About the role

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.

Responsibilities

• Monitor freezers, refrigerator and room temperatures as assigned by Manager
• Respond to freezer alarms in accordance with standard operating procedures
• Unpack specimens and record all pertinent information in Incoming Shipment Batch and incoming folder
• Create a folder to house all associated paperwork
• Store specimens at appropriate temperature following guidelines set by procedures
• Distribute confirmation of shipment receipt form if required by project
• Verify shipment contents against packing list
• Quarantine raw materials for release by QA department
• 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
• 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, BSI data collection sheets, and any other forms which may be necessary)
• 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

Requirements

• High School Diploma or equivalent combination of education and experience
• 2 years’ of general working experience
• Good attention to detail, excellent documentation skills, and ability to work well in a group environment
• Familiarity with Excel and basic functions
• 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 -20ºC and -196ºC)
• Ability to read, write, speak fluently and comprehend the English language
• Preferred: 1 year of relevant lab experience
• Preferred: Basic laboratory skills
• Preferred: Trained in aseptic technique

Pay

Reasonable estimate of the current range: $18 USD - $18 USD

Schedule

This role is full-time and onsite 5 days a week.