Senior Lab Technician - Formulations
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General Summary
This position is responsible for providing general support and performing a broad range of biological tests and procedures using standard scientific techniques and methods; and recording, analyzing and reporting results in a contract research laboratory setting. The Senior Lab Technician will apply an understanding of scientific laboratory methods and techniques with an ability to work well within a team and independently on routine tasks. This position provides client with detailed summaries pertaining to sample life-cycle, dose formulation feedback and clearly identifying discrepancies and/or problem areas. This position will report directly to the HTS Director and performs tasks with little to no supervision. This position supports research teams/groups led by other individuals and is required to obtain or take direction from those outside of the traditional reporting structure. This direction may include day-to-day task direction to ensure quality of the work completed. This position also supports and promotes innovative solutions and strategies and communicated objectives and timelines to management. Provides guidance and training to more junior Laboratory Technicians ensuring Good Laboratory Practices.
Essential Duties & Responsibilities
- Observes and executes activities consistent with study protocols, Standard Operating Procedures (SOPs) or Laboratory Methods, Good Laboratory Practices (GLP) regulations, and safety and health practices.
- Conducts routine scientific experiments
- Resolves basic to moderately complex problems requiring the application of standard procedures and techniques.
- Performs experimental procedures under minimal to no supervision.
- Provides resolutions to a diverse range of problems.
- Collects and analyzes data to prepare calculations and dosage preparation forms for review by management.
- Exercises judgment in conducting laboratory operations procedures along with recognizing, postulating sources of deviations, addressing where possible and reporting deviations from expected results.
- Assists with training of new team members and assist in cross-training.
- Performs all work tasks following laboratory safety requirements.
- Attends departmental, other necessary meetings and training sessions pertinent to work.
- Functions as Subject Matter Expert on Specific Laboratory Operation Functions: Formulation, Sample Preparation.
- Maintains organization and record keeping of the compound and sample repositories.
- Assists in populating and updating the sample management and in-vivo databases.
- Coordinates, prepares, executes, and assists with the following:
- Dose Formulation related activities
- Receipt of samples;
- Labeling of research sample tubes/containers;
- Reagent preparation;
- Sample preparation;
- Dose formulations;
- Reagent and supply acquisition and purchase; and
- Sample disposition (store and dispose).
- Responsible for maintenance schedules for laboratory equipment.
- Maintains, cleans and checks calibration of instrumentation including but not limited to pipettes, centrifuges, balances, freezers and water baths at all SR Facilities.
- Supports implementation of new systems, techniques and strategies.
- Provides support to after-hour project deliverables.
- Supports and responds to after-hour alarms and/or other job critical emergencies.
Requirements/Minimum Qualifications
- Education and Experience
- Bachelor's degree with 5 years related experience
- Demonstrated knowledge of basic study design and execution.
- Demonstrated ability to train technicians
- Ability to utilize relevant MS Microsoft Office Suite Applications and/or other statistical software products.
- Ability to observe and follow appropriate safety and study requirements by reading, understanding, and performing Standard Operating Procedures, Good Laboratory Practices (GLP) requirements, Chemical Hygiene Plan and study protocols.
- Ability to work overtime when necessary.
- This position requires the ability to meet all entry requirements, including medical and vaccination requirements for work in a BSL-2 laboratory environment. Immunizations are required for this position and are determined by the study/agent. Some examples include Tetanus, Hepatitis B, Smallpox, Polio, and Influenza.
Core Values
Cultivating human connection - putting people first. We know that every individual makes a difference and that no one can do it alone. We believe the world's most powerful resource is human potential. We are an inclusive and courageous team where innovation and diversity of though go hand in hand. We understand that relationships move at the speed of trust.
Operating with precise execution - measuring what matters and owning results as a team. We leverage data to drive decisions that advance science. We recognize the importance of a stable foundation coupled with an agile mindset. We hold ourselves accountable and take pride in our work. We give and receive candid feedback as a gift that keeps us growing.
Harnessing relentless curiosity - our unstoppable, innovative force. We are driven to ask sharp questions and push the boundaries of knowledge. We use creativity and critical thinking as catalysts for finding solutions that change lives. We learn by doing, consistently striving to improve our relationships, training, methodologies, questions and results.
Stewarding a healthy community - implementing sustainable operations for a safe, engaging environment. We don't compromise on safety and health for our employees, customers or community. We believe a healthy community begins with inclusive economic opportunities. We respect the dignity of the patients we ultimately serve. We are motivated to serve communities that are underserved and markets that are overlooked.
Job Specific Behaviors
Planning and Organization - Systematically identifies issues to be addressed and plans a course of action for self and others to ensure the accomplishment of specific objectives.
Attention to detail - Utilizes established monitoring system, records data accurately and in a timely manner, and ensures accuracy of data.
Quality Orientation - Follows procedures, ensures high-quality outputs and takes action.
Technical Expertise - Possesses and applies professional/technical knowledge, skills, experience, and judgment to accomplish a result, serve customers better, and contribute to the organization's intellectual capital.
Communicates effectively - Creates a team environment in which information flows freely and decision making is based on a win-win philosophy.
Continuous Learning - Targets learning needs; seeks learning activities; maximizes learning; applies knowledge or skill; and tasks risks in learning.
Physical Demands
- Ability to perform work utilizing a computer for extended periods of time.
- Ability to sit for extended periods of time without being able to leave the work area.
- Ability to stand for extended periods of time without being able to leave the work area.
- Ability to climb ladder and stairs in performing the work.
- Ability to walk for reasonable distances in performing the work.
- Ability to lift/carry objects weighing up to 25 lbs. in performing the work.
- Ability to pull or push objects weighing up to 50 lbs. in performing the work.
- Extensive use of keyboard requiring repetitive motion of fingers.
- Extensive use of telephone and face-to-face communication requiring accurate perception of speech
- Perform repetitive activities.
- Clear vision with corrective lenses at 20 feet of more and ability to determine colors (no color blindness).
- Fine motor skills and manual dexterity.
- Wearing a respirator for extended periods of time.
Certifications, Licenses & Registrations
No certifications are required; however, training includes Good Laboratory Practices and annual training on safe handling of viruses. Radiation safety training may be required depending upon the assays utilized.
Work Authorization
Applicants must be authorized to work for any employer in the U.S. We are unable to sponsor or take over sponsorship of an employment Visa at this time.