CI Laboratory Technician I

BioIVT; Johnson City (TN); On-site; USD 40,000 - 56,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical insurance

Dental insurance

Vision plan

Disability insurance

Life insurance

Retirement match

Paid time off

Team events

Growth opportunities

Job summary

BioIVT in Johnson City, TN is seeking a Laboratory Technician to process, cryopreserve, thaw and QC peripheral blood mononuclear cells (PBMCs) and other purified cell products. You will contribute to the development and validation of new cell isolation procedures, maintain inventory records and perform regular QC on equipment in a fast-paced, team-oriented setting at a leading research services provider.

Requirements include a BS in biological sciences with at least 1 year of clinical or

Qualifications

• BS in biological sciences with at least 1-year clinical or research lab experience is required.
• Knowledge of basic cell biology including cell types and their functions.
• Laboratory experience with basic lab procedures.
• Experience with aseptic mammalian cell culture.
• Strong attention to detail and ability to follow complex SOPs.
• Strong organizational and time-management skills.
• Good verbal and written communication skills.
• Good interpersonal skills and ability to work with others.
• Experience with cell separation methods (e.g. magnetic bead).
• Experience with flow cytometry, ELISA, and protein assays.
• Advanced computer skills (MS Office, Prism, Adobe).

Responsibilities

• Preparing culture media, chemicals, reagents and solutions.
• Isolation of cell types for inventoried products.
• Quality control of inventory via functional assays and cell culture.
• Handling inventory and preparing cellular products and documentation for shipment to client.
• Assisting in development and validation of new laboratory procedures and techniques.
• Performing daily, weekly, monthly and annual QC on all equipment as required by SOPs.

Skills

Cell culture

SOP adherence

Attention to detail

Time management

Verbal & written communication

Team collaboration

Adaptability

Fast-paced environment

Education

BS in biological sciences

Tools

Flow cytometry

ELISA

Protein assays

Microsoft Office

Prism

Adobe

Job description

BioIVT is a leading global provider of research models and value-added research services for drug discovery and development. We specialize in control and disease-state biospecimens, including human and animal tissues, cell products, blood and other biofluids. Our unmatched portfolio of clinical specimens directly supports precision medicine research, aiming to improve patient outcomes by coupling comprehensive clinical data with donor samples. As the premier supplier of hepatic products, including hepatocytes and subcellular fractions, BioIVT enables scientists to better understand the pharmacokinetics and drug metabolism of newly discovered compounds and their effects on disease processes. By combining our technical expertise, exceptional customer service and unparalleled access to biological specimens, BioIVT serves the research community as a trusted partner in elevating science.

Our global team is made up of a diverse group of professionals committed to serving the needs of our 30,000 clients around the globe.

Our culture’s core values consist of respect, integrity, accountability, communication, and quality. We operate in a fast-paced environment that, while in operation for over 30 years, maintains an entrepreneurial spirit and a “can do” attitude.

Job Purpose

Performing procedures required to process, cryopreserve, thaw and QC peripheral blood mononuclear cells (PBMCs) and other purified cell products. Development of new cell isolation processes and products.

Duties and Responsibilities

• Preparing culture media, chemicals, reagents and solutions.
• Isolation of cell types for inventoried products.
• Quality control of inventory via functional assays and cell culture.
• Handling inventory and preparing cellular products and affiliated documentation for shipment to client.
• Assisting in the development and validation of new laboratory procedures and techniques.
• Performing daily, weekly, monthly and annual QC on all equipment as required by laboratory SOPs.

Qualifications

• BS in biological sciences with at least 1-year clinical or research lab experience is required
• Knowledge of basic cell biology, including cell types and their functions
• Laboratory experience with working knowledge of basic lab procedures
• Experience with aseptic mammalian cell culture
• Strong attention to detail and ability to follow complex SOPs
• Strong organizational and time-management skills
• Good verbal and written communication skills
• Good interpersonal skills and be able to work effectively with other team members
• Prior experience in a high-throughput research laboratory or clinical diagnostic laboratory working with blood and/or blood products
• Experience with cell separation methods (e.g. magnetic bead)
• Experience with flow cytometry, ELISA, and protein assays
• Advanced computer skills (e.g. Microsoft Office, Prism, Adobe, etc)
• Ability to learn, adapt and execute in a fast-paced commercial environment
• Three personal references from previous managers and colleagues
• You are dedicated and reliable
• You are looking for an organization that values mission-driven, loyal individuals focused on achieving goals those in need of our services.
• You get things done

Benefits

• medical
• dental
• vision
• short-term/long-term disability
• life insurance
• hospital indemnity and accident insurance
• generous retirement plan with a company match
• competitive time-off policies
• collaborative environment that promotes growth from within
• company-sponsored events for the entire team

We believe that diversity and inclusion are key drivers of innovation and success. We are committed to creating a workplace where everyone feels valued, respected and empowered to bring their unique perspectives to the table. We seek to build a diverse team and encourage applications from people of all backgrounds, experiences and identities.

BioIVT is an equal opportunity employer. We celebrate diversity and are dedicated to creating an inclusive environment for all employees. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability status, protected veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by law.

We strongly encourage veterans and individuals with disabilities to apply and are committed to providing reasonable accommodations throughout the application and employment process.