Laboratory Technician

Almac Group is seeking a Diagnostics Laboratory Technician for our Durham, NC location to support the daily, efficient running of the Almac Diagnostic Services (ADS) Laboratory.

Responsibilities

• Use LIMS to receive, log, store, dispatch, and dispose of customer samples as needed
• Perform calibration and maintenance of automated and non-automated laboratory equipment
• Order, track, stock, and maintain the laboratories with appropriate lab reagents, consumables, equipment, and materials
• Receive and log incoming lab reagents and consumables
• Perform pre-processing, DNA/RNA extraction, and quality assessment of nucleic acid from biological samples
• Perform manufacturing processes for kit and label production

Requirements

Required Experience / Education:

• Associate’s degree in a science-related field and 1+ year experience working in a commercialized environment or pharmaceutical/biotech technical role, familiar with GXP, GMP, GLP, or GCP practices
• Level I – 1+ year of working in a pharmaceutical or laboratory-based role
• Level II – 2+ years of working in a pharmaceutical or laboratory-based role, including 1+ year of experience in performing tasks directly relevant to this role
• Working knowledge of GMP/GXP or GLP/GCP practices

Preferred Experience / Education:

• BA/BS degree in a chemical, biological, clinical laboratory science, or medical technology field
• 2+ years work experience in a laboratory setting performing maintenance and calibration
• 1+ year data entry and documentation
• 1+ year stock control
• Proficiency in use of Excel and information databases
• Proficiency with microtomy techniques

Benefits

• Medical, Vision & Dental benefits from the 1st of the month following start date
• 20 days PTO per year, accrued monthly following start date
• 12 holidays per year as well as one day for Annual Diversity Day
• Company-paid Long and Short-term disability along with Life Insurance
• 401k company contribution
• Professional development programs and continuous learning opportunities

Almac is a privately owned, award-winning drug development solutions provider with over 50 years of growth, employing over 7,500 highly skilled personnel worldwide. Our US Headquarters is located in Souderton, PA, with additional operations across the US and Europe. We embrace diversity and are committed to cultivating a welcoming, supportive, and inclusive environment for all.