Laboratory Assistant

Opportunity for Secondment to AskBio

Were pleased to share an exciting secondment opportunity at AskBio.

This role is available for a time period to be determined by leadership at both Bayer and AskBio. While most assignments range from one to two years the exact duration will be based on business needs and mutual agreement.

This secondment offers a unique chance to broaden your experience expand your knowledge and contribute meaningfully to AskBios mission: to advance gene therapy and change the lives of patients around the world.

If youre interested in exploring this opportunity we encourage you to:

• Speak with your direct manager to discuss your interest and alignment with your development goals.

• Apply directly using the link provided in the posting.

We look forward to seeing how our colleagues continue to grow and make an impact across the Bayer-AskBio partnership.

Our vision: Pioneering science to create transformative molecular medicines.

Our mission: Lead innovative science and drive clinical outcomes to transform peoples lives.

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Position Summary

The Lab Assistant II Bioanalytical will report to the Director Bioanalytical and will participate in the general lab operations and sample management activities in support of AskBio programs. This is an on-site lab-based position in Morrisville NC and prior experience with a laboratory information management system (LIMS) for sample management accessioning and tracking is required. The ideal candidate would have experience assisting in laboratory operations to facilitate lab-based personnel including equipment calibration lab ordering and maintenance of lab supplies. Candidates will also have the opportunity to contribute to expanding the capabilities of the internal LIMS system. Knowledge of gene therapy and prior experience in a regulated lab space is preferred but not required.

This position is on site in RTP NC and will report to the Director Bioanalysis.

Job Responsibilities

• Receive accession and manage samples using laboratory information management system (LIMS)

• Identify sort and organize samples from LIMS in preparation for downstream analysis by scientific staff

• Coordinate sample requests manage confirmation of sample receipt and resolve sample discrepancies with external vendors in collaboration with internal stakeholders

• Prepare samples for archiving based on internal standard operating procedures (SOPs) and regulations

• Maintain inventories and/or place orders of reagents and materials needed for internal projects to support timely execution of lab work

• Ensure lab areas are clean and organized and that equipment supplies and raw materials are available for use

• Receive internal shipments and ensure delivery to scientific team members to maintain chain of custody

• Assist in maintaining organizing and coordinating routine maintenance and calibration scheduling of laboratory equipment including temperature control units

• Build and maintain static and variable master data within LabVantage LIMS

• Maintain critical data and metadata within LabVantage LIMS including but not limited to Consumables Electronic Worksheets Test Methods and support post-implementation optimization and continuous improvement efforts

Minimum Requirements

• Bachelors degree in biology chemistry or related field with 2 years of relevant work experience OR High School Diploma and 6 years of relevant work experience

• Hands-on experience with LIMS sample management including sample accessioning management and maintenance of chain of custody

• Prior experience working in an industry lab setting and familiarity with lab consumables and common reagents

• Ability to multitask among multiple projects and teams and work in a fast-paced highly interactive environment

• Self-motivated organized and capable of troubleshooting independently

• Proficiency in Microsoft Office Suite (Word Excel PowerPoint)

• Excellent communication skills with ability to collaborate with colleagues across multiple communication platforms including e-mail Microsoft Teams and Sharepoint sites

Preferred Education Experience and Skills

• Prior work in a regulated lab environment

• Relevant knowledge and industrial experience with gene therapy including AAV and/or lentiviral-based platforms

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