Technician II QC Sample Management, Cell Therapy

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Position: Technician II QC Sample Management, Cell Therapy
Schedule: 6pm – 6am, rotating schedule including holidays and weekends, onsite 

Position Summary
Responsible for handling of test samples throughout the sample lifecycle from receipt to disposal. Prepares and ships material to offsite locations. Maintains inventory and coordinate distribution of QC sample and materials to appropriate functional groups as scheduled or requested.

Key Responsibilities:
• Handle test and retain samples throughout the sample lifecycle: receipt, storage, distribution, transfer, and disposal. Facilitate cold chain transfers of samples. Prepares and ships material to off-site locations.
• Ensure samples and materials are appropriately labelled and maintain sample tracking, labelling and chain of custody records in accordance with written procedures.
• Maintain inventory and support distribution of QC samples and materials to functional groups as scheduled or requested. Record performance metrics for the sample management group.
• Follow lab procedures to maintain a safe and organized lab. Identify and support process efficiencies.
• Communicate sample management operational activities with lab and manufacturing teams.
• Train others on general job duties.
• Maintain lean principles and support continuous improvement efforts as appropriate.
• Perform other tasks as assigned.

Qualifications & Experience
Specific Knowledge, Skills, Abilities:
• Reliable and detail oriented with organizational skills.
• Ability to understand and follow procedures.
• Ability to communicate effectively with peers, department management and cross-functional peers.
• Ability to work in a fast-paced team environment, meet deadlines, and adjust to changing priorities.
Education/Experience/ Licenses/Certifications:
• Associate’s degree or higher. High school diploma/GED with 2+ years of relevant work experience will be considered. Netherlands: MLO level 3 with 2+ years experience in a regulated environment preferred. An equivalent combination of education and experience, preferably in a regulated environment, will be considered.
• 2+ years of experience with relevant sample storage and transfer in a regulated environment.
• Experience with basic laboratory processes and basic laboratory safety practices.
• Knowledge of basic electronic systems (email, MS Office, etc.) required. Experience with LIMS and ELN computer applications preferred.

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Compensation Overview:

Devens - MA - US: $32.18 - $38.99per hour

The starting compensation range(s) for this role are listed above for a full-time employee (FTE) basis. Additional incentive cash and stock opportunities (based on eligibility) may be available. The starting pay rate takes into account characteristics of the job, such as required skills, where the job is performed, the employee’s work schedule, job-related knowledge, and experience. Final, individual compensation will be decided based on demonstrated experience. 

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