Biorepository Technician I

pfm; Winston-Salem (NC); On-site; USD 25,000 - 33,000; Full time

Job summary

Precision Medicine Group in Winston-Salem, NC seeks a Biorepository Technician I to assist in shipment and receipt, retrieve and preserve biological samples, and maintain a clean, compliant workspace.

Responsibilities include receiving and recording specimens, storing per temperature guidelines, labeling and packing for shipment, and keeping SOPs up to date with IATA regulations. High school diploma and 0-1 year experience required.

Qualifications

• High School Diploma or GED required.
• 0-1 year of relevant working experience.
• Good attention to detail, excellent documentation, and ability to work in a group.
• Familiarity with Excel and basic functions.
• Able to lift 31-50 lbs, tolerate cold environments, and read/write/speak English.

Responsibilities

• Keep up with daily pull list.
• Re-file material as needed.
• Assist with inventory reduction.
• Unpack specimens and record information.
• Store at appropriate temperature for frozen and ambient samples.
• Document discrepancies and notify manager or responsible person.
• Verify shipment contents against packing list.
• Label blocks, slides, and vials; perform QC against client spreadsheet.
• Prepare and pack boxes for shipment.
• Maintain SOPs and IATA regulations; keep certifications up to date.
• Carry out other duties and maintain a clean workspace.

Skills

Attention to detail

Excel

Team player

English fluency

Education

High School Diploma or GED

Tools

Excel

Job description

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

Biorepository

• Keep up with daily pull list
• Re-file material as needed
• Assist with inventory reduction

Receive biological samples

• Unpack specimens and record information
• Store at appropriate temperature following guidelines for frozen and ambient samples
• Document all discrepancies, along with notifying manager or person responsible of order

Receive laboratory supplies

• Verify shipment contents against packing list

Shipping biological samples

• Labeling of blocks, slides, and vials as needed
• Preform QC check of samples to client spreadsheet
• Prepare and pack box for shipment

Miscellaneous

• Keep current with SOP's and IATA Shipping Regulations and maintain certification and standards
• Carry out other duties/projects as assigned
• Maintain a clean workspace

Qualifications

Minimum Required

• High School Diploma or GED
• 0-1 year of relevant working experience

Other Required

• Requires good attention to detail, excellent documentation skills and must work well in a group environment
• Familiarity with excel and basic functions with the program
• Must be a flexible agile team player who can change activities and directions quickly and respond to a variety of assignment 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 -80ºC)
• Must be able to read, write, speak fluently and comprehend the English language

Preferred

• Basic laboratory skills

Compensation

Reasonable estimate of the current range $18 - $24.33 USD

Equal Opportunity Employer Statement

Precision Medicine Group is an Equal Opportunity Employer. Employment decisions are made without regard to race, color, age, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, veteran status or other characteristics protected by law.

Reasonable Accommodation Statement

If you are an individual with a disability and require a reasonable accommodation to complete any part of the application process or are limited in the ability or unable to access or use this online application process and need an alternative method for applying, you may contact Precision Medicine Group at [e-mail] .