Work Schedule
Standard (Mon-Fri)
Environmental Conditions
Laboratory Setting
Job Description
Thermo Fishers Clinical Next-Generation Sequencing Group is seeking a hardworking highly motivated person to be a part of the R&D team supporting the development and validation of new NGS based oncology diagnostic applications. The ideal candidate will have a strong understanding of GLP and regulatory requirements for working in a R&D laboratory proficiency with Microsoft Office applications (Word Excel) be detail oriented quality focused and self-motivated work collaboratively with other members of the team.
What will you do:
- Manage reagent and consumables inventory for CSD group (cycle counting physical allocation of materials for ongoing activities forecasting for future studies).
- Facilitate receiving and shipping of materials following the site SOP and CSD established practices.
- Be a main point of contact for reagent allocations work closely with operators to support ongoing studies.
- Be the first point of contact (on call list) in case of CTUs malfunctioning including after hours and weekends.
- Assist with lifecycle management (IDs IQOQPQ PM calibration etc.) of equipment in CSD Labs.
- Schedule and coordinate equipment calibrations and validations if needed.
- Work closely with site QA to meet and maintain compliance and GLP requirements.
- Assist in updating existing SOPs following QA guidelines
- Maintain document files receiving log and binder.
- Monitor Lab maintenance following 5S system guidelines participate in Gemba walks maintain lab audit readiness.
- Ensure that safe laboratory procedures and protocols are followed.
- Assist project leaders and staff scientists in coordinating daily activities.
Keys to Success:
Education
- Associate degree in Chemistry Biology Biotech or related fields
Experience
- 1-2 years experience working in a chemistry biology or equivalent lab with emphasis on inventory management and lab maintenance
- Experience in a lab setting in life sciences and an understanding of molecular biology and associated techniques preferred
- Skilled at using Microsoft Office (Word/Excel)
Knowledge Skills Abilities
- Strong practical knowledge and adherence to Good Laboratory Practices and safety protocols
- Exceptional organizational skills
- Ability to prioritize assignments and to manage multiple projects in a time-sensitive manner
- Understanding of BSL-2 lab safety rules being able to handle hazardous materials and samples of human plasma
- Possess good written verbal and interpersonal communication skills
- Must be able to work in walk-in -20C freezers and 4C refrigerators periodically
- Must be able to assist with material relocation in case of CTU emergency including after hours and weekends
Required Experience:
IC