Sample Processing and Materials Technician

Sample Processing and Materials Technician Req ID #:  61651 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 Sample Processing and Materials Technician for our Biologics Testing Solutions site located in Malvern, PA.

Responsible for performing a wide variety of tasks involved in sample processing and inventory management of

client-related samples,critical components, critical laboratory supplies, specialty reagents, client-supplied raw

materials, and internal and external cell banks. Performs a variety of activities related to log in,

sample processing, storage, shipping of stored materials and client support.

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

• Perform daily tasks including sample receipt and log in; which includes but it not limited to opening packages containing

client-related materials, documenting receipt within the appropriate electronic tracking system and/or applicable

paperwork and records. This also may include contacting project management and/or vendors to resolve any incorrect

or damaged items that are received or returning shipment(s).

• Perform daily tasks including sample release and distribution of client-related and internal materials to the

appropriate laboratory personnel, including distributing internal samples and seed banks, receiving and quarantining

material, and shipping of client stored materials; which may include creating, updating and monitoring client storage

files and internal banking/production files, and preparing internal and external shipment(s) of client materials and/or

internal materials.

• Perform technical review of data entry and documentation, and update systems and data according to cGMPs,

while maintaining proper documentation including training records and receipt/shipping/storage records

• Perform daily tasks of routine laboratory maintenance, including the monitoring and routine cleaning of

laboratory equipment and spaces as required, and all other related duties as assigned

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

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

• Experience: 1 to 3 years related experience in a laboratory

An equivalent combination of education and experience may be accepted as a satisfactory substitute for the

specific education and experience listed above.

• Certification/Licensure: None.

• Other: Able to work independently under minimal supervision. Knowledge of GMPs/GLPs required.

Must regularly move about inside the work area to access storage units and use laboratory

equipment; and frequently bend, sit, stoop, kneel, or crouch. Specific vision abilities required by

this job include close vision, distance vision, color vision, depth perception, and the ability to adjust focus.

Must regularly operate a computer and occasionally operates other office productivity machinery such as a calculator,

copy/scan machine, and computer printer. Must regularly communicate with employees/customers to exchange

accurate information.

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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