Cell Isolation Specialist

Altasciences; Cypress (CA); Hybrid; USD 32,000 - 44,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health insurance

401(k) plan

Paid vacation

Paid sick leave

Telehealth programs

Job summary

Altasciences is seeking an Accessioner to enter requisition data accurately and manage special handling instructions. You will prepare work areas for frozen samples, retrieve necessary supplies, and sign for specimen integrity from couriers.

Nightly duties include delivering specimens and inventorying envelope contents, while upholding safety and cleanliness standards. Role requires an associates degree or higher in health science and current IATA certification; clinical lab experience is

Qualifications

• Must have strong basic typing and data entry skills.
• Knowledge of health science terminology preferred.
• Familiarity with requisition data entry and accuracy standards.

Responsibilities

• Enter all pertinent information from requisitions into the computer accurately.
• Enter 'special handling' or frozen requisitions when needed.
• Prepare work areas for frozen samples; retrieve dry ice, ice chests, racks, stickers.
• Sign for the integrity of frozen specimens received from couriers.
• Deliver specimens to the appropriate departments at night end.
• Take complete inventory of envelope contents and verify requisitions.
• Wear PPE and follow safety guidelines; keep work area neat and clean.
• Perform other duties as assigned by supervisor; assist with training.

Skills

Typing accuracy

Detail oriented

Thoroughness

Education

Associate or higher in health science

Job description

About the Role

Must accurately type in requisitions. Must be familiar with correct spelling of common names. Must be accurate, detail oriented and thorough.

What You'll Do Here

Enter all pertinent information from the requisition into the computer correctly. Enters "special handling" and/or frozen requisitions. When handling frozen samples, will set up work areas by retrieving dry ice, ice chests, racks, and stickers. Accessioners will also be responsible for signing for the integrity of frozen specimens, received from the couriers. At the end of each night, the accessioners will deliver the specimens to the appropriate departments. Take complete inventory of contents of envelope. Ensure that test requisitions are properly filled out. Ensure that work area is properly maintained and is neat and clean. Wear protective gear when handling specimens (lab coat, protective eye wear, gloves, etc.). Observe safety guidelines and procedures as established by laboratory management as required by law. Perform other duties as assigned by the Department Supervisor or Lead. Other duties may include handling stats, training new Accessioners, or other specific nightly duties associated with the Accessioning Department.

What You’ll Need to Succeed

Associates degree or higher in a field related to health science preferred Current IATA certification required Clinical research lab experience 2 year, minimum Complete all job description specific training within 30 days of hire or promotion Attend the external training sessions/seminars for personal development Requires a thorough knowledge of the following: Drug development process Clinical trial management Clinical monitoring FDA regulations and ICH Guidelines Knowledge of the EU Clinical Trial Directive is a plus

What We Offer

The hourly range estimated for this position is $22.61 - $32.00/hour. Please note that salaries vary within the range based on factors including, but not limited to, prior relevant experience, skills, education, certification, location as well as internal equity and market data. Altasciences offers a wide variety of benefits to help our employees live healthy and fulfilling lives both at and outside of work.

Altasciences’ Benefits Package Includes

• Health/Dental/Vision Insurance Plans
• 401(k)/RRSP with Employer Match
• Paid Vacation and Holidays
• Paid Sick and Bereavement Leave
• Employee Assistance & Telehealth Programs

Altasciences’ Incentive Programs Include

• Training & Development Programs
• Employee Referral Bonus Program #LI-AN1

Chez Altasciences, nous travaillons tous à l'unisson pour contribuer à la découverte, au développement et à la fabrication de nouvelles thérapies médicamenteuses afin qu'elles parviennent plus rapidement aux personnes qui en ont besoin. Quel que soit votre rôle, nous jouons tous un rôle important et vous aurez un impact significatif sur la santé et le bien-être des personnes dans le monde entier. En respectant nos valeurs de développement du personnel, d'orientation client, de qualité et d'excellence, de respect et d'intégrité, nous cherchons à favoriser un environnement de travail passionné et collaboratif et nous sommes à la recherche de personnes talentueuses et enthousiastes, comme vous, pour rejoindre notre équipe en pleine croissance ! Que vous soyez un récent diplômé de l'université ou à la recherche de votre prochaine opportunité de carrière, il est temps de découvrir votre avenir chez Altasciences. Nous sommes meilleurs ensemble et c'est ensemble que nous sommes Altasciences.

Altasciences est un employeur qui souscrit au principe de l'égalité des chances et s'engage à promouvoir la diversité et l'inclusion. Notre objectif est d'attirer, de développer et de retenir des employés très talentueux issus de milieux divers, ce qui nous permet de bénéficier d'une grande variété d'expériences et de perspectives. Tous les candidats qualifiés seront pris en considération pour un emploi sans considération d'âge, de race, de couleur, de religion, de croyance, d'identité de genre, d'origine nationale, de handicap ou de tout autre motif protégé par la législation en vigueur. Des aménagements raisonnables pour les personnes handicapées pendant le processus de recrutement sont disponibles sur demande.

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