R&D Technician I

R&D Lab Technician/ Discovery Operations
Global, research-based biopharmaceutical company whose mission is to use its expertise, dedicated people and unique approach to innovation to develop and market advanced therapies that address some of the world's most complex and serious diseases.
Job Description
DOT (Discovery Operations Team) has an opening for an R&D Lab Technician position in the Sample Management area. This position will provide opportunities to learn how to work in a research laboratory and use multiple programs associated with compound and biologics inventory management. This position will be responsible for a short-term project for
1. reconciling and re-formatting compounds acquired from a collaboration partner for transfer to a sister site, and
2. auditing and uploading proprietary company cell line inventory into a freezer management software database and physically transferring them into a cryostorage unit.
Key Responsibilities Include:
• Register and return known compounds to the company chemical repository
• Maintain a high level of productivity in the laboratory setting
• Demonstrate a high degree of responsibility in maintaining scientific standards and safe laboratory practices.
• Keep accurate and current records of research and/or project related activities according to company policies.
Qualifications
Basic:
• AS or BS in biology or closely related field with 0+ years (AS) or (BS) preferred; will consider those still in school with biology/chemistry lab course experience
• Hands-on experience with organic compounds and/or cell lines in a laboratory
• Ability to accurately transfer and weigh out compounds in a laboratory setting using pipets, balances, etc.
• Ability to operate a variety of software platforms
• Proven effective written and verbal communication skills and ability to interact with scientists
Preferred:
• Experience in data entry and barcoding
• Experience with working with a variety of different computer programs, such as Microsoft Office, and LIMS-type databases