Lab Support Technician

Cambrex; Charles City (IA); On-site; USD 32,000 - 46,000; Full time

Job summary

Cambrex is seeking a Laboratory Support Technician to assist the Analytical Development and Chemical Development teams. This role includes CS inventory, witnessing, storage, and GMP glasswasher operation to support daily lab activities.

Posting emphasizes compliance with EPA, DEA, FDA and cGMP regulations, and routine responsibilities across controlled substance handling and sample management in a fast-paced lab environment.

Qualifications

• Attention to detail required.
• Experience with chemical handling preferred.
• Basic computer literacy required.

Responsibilities

• Maintain and complete controlled substance container records.
• Update and maintain CS databases.
• Perform controlled substance secondary confirmation in analytical labs.
• Maintain inventory, cleanliness, and organization of sample storage areas.
• Assist in supporting retained sample inventory for controlled substances.
• Assist with material and control substance inventory.
• Transfer and receive controlled substances to designated locations.
• Routinely perform laboratory sample disposal.
• Operate GMP glasswashers.
• Adhere to all government controlled substance regulations.
• Provide additional laboratory support as needed.
• Verify/calibrate laboratory instrumentation.

Skills

Attention to detail

Chemical handling

Basic computer literacy

Education

High school diploma or GED

Job description

You Matter to Cambrex. Cambrex is a leading global contract development and manufacturing organization (CDMO) that provides drug substance development and manufacturing across the entire drug lifecycle, as well as comprehensive analytical and IND enabling services.

Company Information

You Matter to Cambrex. Cambrex is a leading global contract development and manufacturing organization (CDMO) that provides drug substance development and manufacturing across the entire drug lifecycle, as well as comprehensive analytical and IND enabling services. With over 40 years of experience and a team of 2,000 experts servicing global clients from North America and Europe, Cambrex offers a range of specialized drug substance technologies and capabilities, including continuous flow, controlled substances, liquid‑phase peptide synthesis, solid‑state science, material characterization, and highly potent APIs.

Your Work Matters.

At Cambrex, we strive to build a culture where all colleagues have the opportunity to:

• engage in work that matters to our customers and the patients they serve
• learn new skills and enjoy new experiences in an engaging and safe environment
• strengthen connections with coworkers and the community

We're committed to attracting and nurturing a passionate team of valued professionals in our fast‑paced and growing company. We offer a competitive benefits package that includes healthcare, life insurance, planning for retirement, and more!

Your Future Matters.

Known for our customer‑focused scientific and manufacturing excellence, as well as our strong commitment to quality and safety, we offer a range of career and growth opportunities across our global network of locations. Together with our customers, we aim to improve the quality of life for patients around the world.

Job Overview

The Laboratory Support Technician, reporting the Director of Analytical Development, will provide necessary laboratory supporting duties including controlled substance (CS) inventory, CS witnessing and storage and GMP glasswasher operation for the Analytical Development and Chemical Development department.

Responsibilities

• Maintain and complete controlled substance container records.
• Update and maintain the CS databases.
• Perform controlled substance secondary confirmation (observe and verify controlled substance work) in the analytical laboratories.
• Maintain inventory, cleanliness, and organization of sample storage areas.
• Assist in supporting the retained sample inventory program for controlled substances.
• Assist with material and control substance inventory.
• Transfer and/or receive controlled substance to designated laboratory locations.
• Routinely perform laboratory sample disposal.
• Operation of GMP glasswashers.
• Adherence to all government controlled substance regulations.
• Provide additional laboratory support services as needed.
• Verification/calibration of laboratory instrumentation.

All employees are required to adhere to EPA, DEA, FDA and cGMP regulations as they relate to the operation of the Company; and to adhere to all company safety rules and procedures. All employees are expected to report to work regularly and promptly. Other duties relating to departmental mission, not specifically detailed in this section may be assigned.

Qualifications/Skills

• Attention to detail required
• Experience with chemical handling preferred
• Basic computer literacy

Education, Experience & Licensing Requirements

• Minimum of a high school degree or GED required

Cambrex is committed to providing a safe and productive work environment. All offers of employment are contingent on the successful completion of a comprehensive pre‑employment screen. The pre‑employment screen may consist of several components including but not limited to a drug test, criminal record check, identity verification, reference checks, education and employment verification, and may vary based on federal, state, and local laws. Refusal to submit to testing will result in disqualification of further employment consideration.

All requirements are subject to possible modifications to reasonably accommodate individuals with disabilities. Cambrex Corporation is an Equal Opportunity / Aff…