Senior Sample Processing and Materials Technician

Senior Sample Processing and Materials Technician Req ID #:  64048 Location: 

Malvern, PA, US, 19355 For 70 years, Charles River employees have worked together to assist in the discovery, development and safe manufacture of new drug therapies. When you join our family, you will have a significant impact on the health and well-being of people across the globe. Whether your background is in life sciences, finance, IT, sales or another area, your skills will play an important role in the work we perform. In return, we’ll help you build a career that you can feel passionate about. Job Summary

We are seeking a Senior Sample Processing and Materials Technician for our Biologics Testing Solutions site located in Malvern, PA.

An employee in this role will serve as a primary/lead technician and will perform a variety of Sample Processing tasks related to sample reception, storage,

and shipping. As this is a senior technician role, the job candidate will be expected to provide leadership, technical guidance, and mentorship of less experienced staff.

The following are responsibilities related to the Senior Sample Processing and Materials Technician:

• Complete training and perform laboratory activities necessary for all Sample Processing-related activities including, but not limited to: solution

preparation, sample receipt, use of Laboratory Information Management System (LIMS), sample custody transfer activities, compliant

documentation, shipment of samples, support of critical component management, long-term sample storage, and maintenance of sample

records.

• Responsible for execution of sample reception and storage, including updates and maintenance of the storage database to ensure that it is complete and

without error.

• Oversee the general maintenance of all equipment related to the performance of sample management and schedule repairs as required. Perform any

laboratory maintenance and/or monitoring as necessary.

• Inform the appropriate department and Project Management staff of all sample-related issues as necessary.

The following are minimum requirements related to the Senior Sample Processing and Materials Technician position:

• Education: Bachelor's degree (B.A./B.S.) or equivalent in scientific discipline preferred

• Experience: Minimum 3 years related industry experience, preferably in a pharmaceutical or contract laboratory environment.

An equivalent of education and experience may be accepted as a satisfactory substitute for the specific education and experience listed above.

• Certification/Licensure: Not applicable

• Other: Computer proficiency in MS Word, Excel, Outlook, instrumentation and analysis software. Excellent verbal, written communication and

organizational skills. Demonstrated independent analytical and problem solving abilities. Demonstrated knowledge of GMP regulations. Ability to

maintain client/sponsor relationships. Ability to interact appropriately with all levels of employees. Ability to work effectively as a member of a team.

About Biologics Testing Solutions

With more than 50 years of experience and proven regulatory expertise, the Charles River Biologics group can address challenging projects for biotechnology and pharmaceutical companies worldwide. Offering a variety of services such as contamination and impurity testing, protein characterization, bioassays, viral clearance studies and stability and lot release programs, we support clients throughout the biologic development cycle, from the establishment and characterization of cell banks through preclinical and clinical studies to marketed products. Whether clients need stand-alone services, a unique package of testing, or insourced support, our Biologics group can create a custom solution to suit their needs.  Each year more than 20,000 biologic testing reports are sent each and over 200 licenses products are supported by our biologics testing solutions team.

About Charles River

Charles River is an early-stage contract research organization (CRO). We have built upon our foundation of laboratory animal medicine and science to develop a diverse portfolio of discovery and safety assessment services, both Good Laboratory Practice (GLP) and non-GLP, to support clients from target identification through preclinical development. Charles River also provides a suite of products and services to support our clients’ clinical laboratory testing needs and manufacturing activities. Utilizing this broad portfolio of products and services enables our clients to create a more flexible drug development model, which reduces their costs, enhances their productivity and effectiveness to increase speed to market.

With over 17,000 employees within 90 facilities in 20 countries around the globe, we are strategically positioned to coordinate worldwide resources and apply multidisciplinary perspectives in resolving our client’s unique challenges. Our client base includes global pharmaceutical companies, biotechnology companies, government agencies and hospitals and academic institutions around the world. And in 2018, revenue increased to $2.62 billion.

At Charles River, we are passionate about our role in improving the quality of people’s lives. Our mission, our excellent science and our strong sense of purpose guide us in all that we do, and we approach each day with the knowledge that our work helps to improve the health and well-being of many across the globe. We have proudly supported the development of ~85% of the drugs approved by the FDA in 2019.

Equal Employment Opportunity 

Charles River Laboratories is an Equal Opportunity Employer - M/F/Disabled/Vet

Nearest Major Market: Philadelphia

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