Scientific Lab Technician

IntePros; Knoxville (TN); On-site; USD 45,000 - 60,000; Full time

Job summary

IntePros seeks a Scientific Laboratory Technician for a 2nd shift (2:00pm-10:30pm) to support testing activities for plasma-derived therapies. You will perform donor/product testing, document results, and ensure compliance with cGMP and regulatory standards.

Responsibilities include operating and maintaining lab instruments, analyzing data, and collaborating with cross-functional teams. Strong attention to detail and familiarity with LIMS are essential for success in this role.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in a related scientific discipline from an accredited institution.
• Associate degree in a related scientific field from an accredited institution.
• Recent graduates with relevant coursework encouraged to apply.
• Strong attention to detail and commitment to quality and accuracy.
• Intermediate computer proficiency and ability to learn LIMS.
• Strong written and verbal communication skills.
• Ability to follow detailed procedures in a regulated lab.

Responsibilities

• Perform laboratory testing related to donor and product suitability, analytical assays, and other testing procedures.
• Independently execute, interpret, and troubleshoot laboratory methods with documentation.
• Analyze test data against quality controls and acceptance criteria.
• Operate, calibrate, troubleshoot, and maintain laboratory instrumentation and automated testing equipment.
• Perform routine preventive maintenance, quality control activities, and equipment documentation.
• Maintain proficiency with LIMS and electronic documentation systems.
• Ensure work complies with cGMP, internal standards, and regulatory guidelines.
• Participate in investigations related to discrepancies and assist with problem-solving.
• Collaborate with lab personnel and cross-functional teams to resolve testing/workflow issues.
• Follow EHS policies and maintain a safe, clean laboratory environment.
• Cross-train in multiple lab functions and support additional testing as needed.

Skills

Attention to detail

Strong written and verbal comms

Regulated environment discipline

Education

Bachelor's degree in Chemical, Biological, Clinical Laboratory Science, Medical Technology, or related discipline

Associate degree in Chemical, Biological, Physical Science, or Medical Laboratory Technology

Tools

LIMS

Laboratory instrumentation

Job description

IntePros is partnered with a global biopharmaceutical client to identify a detail-oriented Scientific Laboratory Technician to support critical testing activities related to the screening, qualification, and release of materials used in the manufacture of plasma-derived therapies. This is a 2nd shift role with hours from 2:00pm-10:30pm.

Responsibilities

• Perform laboratory testing related to donor and product suitability, analytical assays, and other assigned testing procedures.
• Independently execute, interpret, and troubleshoot laboratory methods while ensuring accurate documentation of results.
• Analyze test data against established quality controls and acceptance criteria.
• Operate, calibrate, troubleshoot, and maintain laboratory instrumentation and automated testing equipment.
• Perform routine preventive maintenance, quality control activities, and equipment documentation in accordance with SOPs.
• Maintain proficiency with laboratory information management systems (LIMS) and electronic documentation systems.
• Ensure all work complies with cGMP requirements, internal quality standards, and applicable regulatory guidelines.
• Participate in investigations related to laboratory discrepancies and assist with problem-solving activities.
• Collaborate with laboratory personnel and cross-functional teams to resolve testing and workflow issues.
• Follow all Environmental Health & Safety (EHS) policies and maintain a safe, clean laboratory environment.
• Cross-train in multiple laboratory functions and support additional testing activities as business needs required.

Required Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Chemical, Biological, Clinical Laboratory Science, Medical Technology, or another related scientific discipline from an accredited institution or
• Associate degree in Chemical, Biological, Physical Science, or Medical Laboratory Technology from an accredited institution.
• Recent graduates with relevant laboratory coursework are encouraged to apply.
• Strong attention to detail and commitment to quality and accuracy.
• Intermediate computer proficiency and ability to learn laboratory information systems.
• Strong written and verbal communication skills.
• Ability to follow detailed procedures and work effectively in a highly regulated laboratory environment.

Preferred Qualifications

• Medical Laboratory Technician (MLT) or Medical Technologist (MT) certification or Tennessee laboratory licensure.
• Two or more years of experience in a clinical, pharmaceutical, biotechnology, blood banking, or regulated laboratory environment.
• Experience working under cGMP, GLP, CAP, CLIA, FDA, or other regulated laboratory standards.
• Experience with automated laboratory instrumentation and laboratory information management systems (LIMS).