Laboratory Science Technician

Performing critical work that impacts our industry and our world’s health while problem solving and innovating in the field – that is what we get to do every day at KCAS Bio. If that gets you excited too, then maybe working at KCAS Bio is for you.
KCAS Bio Philadelphia is looking for a dynamic Laboratory Technician to join us at our Global Flow Cytometry laboratories. The ideal candidate will be motivated, energetic, and forward-thinking, possess outstanding technical skills, organizational awareness, and a commitment to excellence in their work.
The Lab Technicians on the Support Team are responsible for providing knowledgeable assistance to a team of dedicated scientists in a GLP laboratory environment.  Additionally, the Support Team collaborates with other onsite and remote teams to deliver quality service and excellence to our clients and partners.

In this roll, we will rely on you to:

• Support in the organization of GLP documentation regarding laboratory activities.
• Perform instrument maintenance tasks, including cleaning, changing filters, and basic metrology on standard laboratory equipment.
• Collaborate with outside vendors for equipment troubleshooting and scheduled preventative maintenance.
• Update equipment logbooks and equipment trackers with maintenance records daily, weekly, and monthly.
• Receive, store, retrieve, and ship out clinical samples as per GLP guidelines.
• Requisition, receive, store, inventory, and restock general laboratory supplies.
• Ensure that reagents on hand for use are appropriately labelled and non-expired.
• Conduct daily laboratory inspections to promote a safe working environment.
• Interface with vendors for the delivery and pickup of medical waste, compressed gas, lab coats, and dry ice.
• Perform any other duties as required or assigned.

To qualify specifically for this role, you will have:

• Bachelor’s degree in biology, immunology related discipline is required.
• Basic math skills and a working knowledge of MS Office (especially Excel) and database systems are required for this role.
• A well-developed work ethic is essential, coupled with a strong motivation to complete tasks, and the ability to work in a fast-paced, ever-changing environment
• Good communication skills and an ability to work with a team.

(Please note this is a representative summary of responsibilities, not a comprehensive or exclusive list of the duties to be performed in any position. Employees must follow instructions and perform additional duties as requested.) WHO YOU AREYou will thrive at KCAS Bio if you enjoy a relational environment, are purpose- and values-driven, embrace constant development and supportive leadership, and enjoy being part of innovative work. WHAT YOU’LL GETOur benefits include, and extend beyond, the traditional package. At KCAS Bio, you will enjoy company sponsored events like food trucks, family days and spirit days. You will grow in your career with KCAS University. You will be able to connect with like-minded employees to further KCAS Bio's approach to key areas such as wellness, inclusion, and community outreach. You will engage as an owner in our stock ownership program. You will have access to the latest technology. And you will be able to invest in the community with paid time off to volunteer.
Learn more about the Benefits at KCAS Bio  WHO WE AREWe are a fast-growing contract research organization (CRO) headquartered in Kansas City, pioneering the latest drug development in both human and animal health fields. Demand for our expertise is growing and so is our need for great people to work in nimble, empowered teams committed to one another’s growth. At KCAS Bio, we advance both great science AND great people.
Learn more about what it is like to work at KCAS Bio KCAS Bio is proud to be an Equal Opportunity Employer. Among other things, we provide equal employment opportunities without regard to race, color, religion, national origin, ancestry, marital status, veteran status, age, disability, pregnancy, genetic information, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, or any other legally protected category; we recruit qualified candidates without regard to citizenship status based on internal processes that enable us to hire the right candidates consistent with the appropriate U.S. Immigration framework; and (3) we work with and provide reasonable accommodations to individuals with disabilities and for sincerely held religious beliefs, observances, and practices. Anyone who needs reasonable accommodation may send