Laboratory Technician, Sample Management

Overview

Position: Laboratory Technician, Sample Management I

Location: Germantown - Onsite

Hourly Rate: $22.84 per hour

Pharmaron is a global CRO (Contract Research Organization) helping pharma and biotech companies bring new therapies to life. With over 21,000 employees worldwide across 23 locations in the US, UK and China, we support drug discovery through to manufacturing with fully integrated, high-quality services. We are proud of the impact we make and just last year, we supported over 780 discovery projects
, 1,000+ CMC programmes
, and 1,000+ clinical trials across all phases. Our teams are involved in everything from small molecules, ADCs, biologics, and gene therapies and we work with more than 3,000 global customers
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Job Overview: Responsible for managing and accurately documenting the handling of all biological samples and reference materials, including the receipt, packing, shipping, archiving, and inventory management, as well as maintaining the sample inventory areas and associated equipment in compliance with Standard Operating Procedures (SOPs) and Company Policies.

• Coordinate the handling of biological samples and reference standards internally, including receipt, storage, inventory, disposal, and shipment according to Standard Operating Procedures (SOPs), study protocols and sponsor guidance documents.
• Manage receipt, log-in, and custodial transfer of biological samples to internal laboratories for analysis.
• Routine swipe measurements by LSC for appropriate destruction of packaging materials.
• Ensure all samples and storage containers are labeled clearly with a unique identity.
• Ensure appropriate storage conditions for all incoming samples with guidance.
• Ensure all samples are stored adequately, avoiding sample spillage and contamination.
• Maintain accurate records of sample storage, including location, conditions from the time of receipt to the time of destruction, return shipment, and documentation of any excursions from the required storage conditions.
• Prepare sample inventories and sample requests/receipts for archiving.
• Arrange sample disposal when advised by the Sponsor, and properly document sample disposition.
• Package biological samples and ensure accurate completion of all required documentation for the shipment.
• Prepare study materials for domestic and international shipment according to SOPs, Good Laboratory Practice Regulations (GLP) for archiving materials and Federal Shipping Regulations as they apply to shipping services, or courier for domestic and international shipments.
• Notify study supervisors, and sponsors of shipping tracking numbers and verify that packages have arrived at their destinations.
• Forecast necessary storage space requirements for current and upcoming studies.

• Bachelor's degree in related field with some lab or quality experience.
• Knowledge and ability to apply GCP/GLP and Part 11 Code of Federal Regulations, GCP/ICH Guidelines, and other applicable regulations or guidelines.

• Insurance including Medical, Dental & Vision with significant employer contributions
• Employer-funded Health Reimbursement Account
• Healthcare & Dependent Care Flexible Spending Accounts
• 100% Employer-paid Employee Life and AD&D Insurance, Short and Long Term Disability Insurance
• 401k plan with generous employer match
• Access to an Employee Assistance Program

Ready to seize this incredible opportunity? Join us at Pharmaron and be part of a dynamic team driving innovation and excellence in biopharmaceutical research and development. Apply online today!

As an Equal Employment Opportunity and Affirmative Action employer, Pharmaron values diversity and inclusion in the workplace, fostering an environment where all individuals are empowered to succeed. Join us in our mission to make a difference in the world of life sciences.

Pharmaron (Stock Code: 300759.SZ/3759.HK) is a premier R&D service provider for the life sciences industry. Founded in 2004, Pharmaron has invested in its people and facilities, and established a broad spectrum of research, development and manufacturing service capabilities throughout the entire drug discovery, preclinical and clinical development process across multiple therapeutic modalities, including small molecules, biologics and CGT products. With over 19,000 employees, and operations in China, the U.S., and the U.K., Pharmaron has an excellent track record in the delivery of R&D solutions to its partners in North America, Europe, Japan and China.

Pharmaron is proud to be an Equal Employment Opportunity and Affirmative Action employer.