Lab Technician

Katalyst CRO; Sparks Corner (MD); On-site; USD 42,000 - 54,000; Full time

Job summary

Katalyst CRO is seeking a lab technician to support manufacturing and assembling clinical and commercial products, including lab and file maintenance and materials creation for batches to meet specifications.

The role emphasizes teamwork, adherence to GMP and safety policies, and ability to handle overtime as required. Strong attention to detail and Excel proficiency are expected.

Qualifications

• High school diploma with technical certification in laboratory operations or an AS/BS in science with 1 year lab experience.
• Ability to work well in a team with strong communication.
• Detail-oriented with good time management.
• Proficient in English reading/writing and basic arithmetic.
• MS Excel proficiency is required.

Responsibilities

• Cleans lab supplies and glassware.
• Builds panels and dispenses bottles.
• Operates glass washers, dryers, and autoclaves.
• Creates label files from templates.
• Assists with waste chemical disposal.
• Creates solutions, powders, and liquids for batches to meet specifications.
• Provides training support for onboarding and new procedures.
• Follows GMP procedures and housekeeping policies.
• Follows safety policies and can work overtime as needed.
• Performs other duties as required.

Skills

Teamwork

Communication

Detail-oriented

Time management

English proficiency

Education

High school diploma with lab cert

Associate degree in science

Bachelor’s degree in science

Tools

MS Excel

Job description

Responsible for supporting the manufacturing and assembling clinical and commercial products including lab maintenance, file maintenance, and support in creating materials for batches to meet specifications.

Responsible for supporting the manufacturing and assembling clinical and commercial products including lab maintenance, file maintenance, and support in creating materials for batches to meet specifications.

Responsibilities

• Cleans lab supplies and glassware.
• Builds panels/dispense bottles.
• Operates glass washers, dryers, and autoclaves.
• Creates label files from templates.
• Assists with the removal and disposal of waste chemicals.
• Creates solutions, powders, and liquids for batches to meet specifications.
• Provides training support for on-boarding and/or new procedures.
• Demonstrates the ability to follow established procedures according to Good. Manufacturing Practices (GMP)o Must follow all Client's housekeeping policies and procedures.
• Must follow all Client's safety policies and procedures.
• Must be able to work overtime as required to meet Client's business requirements.
• Perform other duties as required.

Requirements

• High school degree with technical certification in the area of laboratory operations plus 1 year laboratory experience, AS degree in a scientific discipline with 1 year laboratory experience, or BS degree in a scientific discipline.

Basic Skills

• Ability to demonstrate strong teamwork and communication skills.
• Must be detail-oriented.
• Strong time management skills required.

Proficient/Working Skills

• Must be proficient in English with the ability to read, write, analyse/evaluate charts, follow simple diagrams and perform basic arithmetic.
• Proficiency in MS Excel is required.