Laboratory Associate Temp.

MTF Biologics; Jessup (Lackawanna County); On-site; USD 32,000 - 33,000; Full time

Job summary

MTF Biologics is seeking a Laboratory Technician to perform test methods in accordance with cGLPs and cGMPs, and to operate within laboratory procedures. You will enter data in the LIMS, maintain chain-of-custody, and support QA, R&D, and engineering with documentation.

You will also handle equipment checks, calibrations, sample tracking, and daily testing tasks, with a 7:30 AM to 3:30 PM schedule Sunday through Thursday, and a pay rate of $23–$24 per hour.

Qualifications

• B.S. in biology, microbiology, chemistry, or related science field required.
• 1 year of experience in an academic setting
• Valid Driver's License
• Proficient using Microsoft Office and LIMS database
• Strong communication and organization skills and the ability to work independently and in a team.
• Weekends, holidays and overtime may be required
• Must be able to read very small print

Responsibilities

• Perform test methods following laboratory systems of operation, cGLPs, cGMPs and OPS/Wis.
• Ensure test methods are performed within sample hold times.
• Maintain proficiency and certification for all test methods trained.
• Enter data, generate labels, and track samples within the LIMS
• Reconcile/receive samples and maintain chain-of-custody documentation
• Support QNQE and Engineering with documentation for validations and projects
• Maintain supply inventory for daily testing
• Perform monthly calibrations on micropipettes and thermometers
• Identify and correct paperwork/data errors
• Maintain pre/post validation paperwork and provide documentation to QA/R&D
• Perform daily checks of laboratory equipment and record results
• Perform laboratory assays, microbiological, physical and analytical testing
• Review data for sample throughput daily
• Perform additional duties as assigned and trained

Skills

Strong communication

Teamwork

Independent work

Education

Bachelor’s degree in biology or related science

Tools

LIMS

Microsoft Office

Job description

Overview

MTF Biologics processes tissue grafts from human donors that are used in a growing array of clinical applications - positively affecting lives across the globe. As a global nonprofit organization that saves and heals lives by honoring donated gifts and serving patients, we collaborate with the medical, scientific, as well as organ and tissue donation communities.

MTF Biologics processes tissue grafts from human donors that are used in a growing array of clinical applications - positively affecting lives across the globe. As a global nonprofit organization that saves and heals lives by honoring donated gifts and serving patients, we collaborate with the medical, scientific, as well as organ and tissue donation communities.

Our goal is simple-do what's right for patients, surgeons, tissue donors, and their families through our guiding principles.

Sunday-Thursday 7:30AM-3:30PM

Pay Range: $23-$24/hr.

Responsibilities

• Responsible for performing test methods following laboratory systems of operation, current Good Laboratory Practices (cGLPs), current Good Manufacturing Practices (cGMPs) as well as current and approved laboratory operating procedures (OPs) and work instructions (Wis).
• Ensures test methods are performed within sample hold times.
• Responsible for maintaining proficiency and certification for all test methods that training has been completed.
• Responsible for entering data, generating labels, and tracking samples within the LIMS
• Reconciles/receives samples and maintains chain-of-custody documentation according to MTF documentation procedures.
• Supports MTF's QNQE and Engineering departments to provide documentation to support validations and special projects.
• Maintains control of supply inventory to ensure adequate amounts for daily testing.
• Performs monthly calibrations on micro liter pipettes and thermometers.
• Responsible for identifying and correcting paperwork / data errors occurring during entry.
• Maintains pre and post validation paperwork; provides necessary documentation to QA and R&D for studies.
• Performs daily checks of laboratory equipment including ovens, incubators, hoods, shakers, and thermometers and enters results/documentation to equipment logbooks.
• Perform laboratory assays, microbiological, physical and analytical testing as designated.
• Perform data review for sample throughput daily.
• Performs additional duties as assigned and trained.

Qualifications

• B.S. in biology, microbiology, chemistry, or related science field required.
• 1 year of experience in an academic setting
• Valid Drivers License
• Proficient using Microsoft Office and LIMS database
• Strong communication and organization skills and the ability to work independently and in a team. Weekends, holidays and overtime may be required
• Must be able to read very small print