- Location
- Frederick, MD, USA · Frederick, Maryland, United States
- Department
- Translational Sciences
- Source
- Greenhouse
Description
Position Summary:
The Processing Technician I is responsible for receiving, inventory and processing fresh patient samples and nonclinical samples for Accucell line of cryopreserved cells. They will be performing PMBC or cell subset isolations, plasma fractionations, serum separations, cell thawing, cell counting and generating whole blood aliquots. Additionally, this role may be responsible for receiving, inventory and processing of nonclinical samples such as whole blood units and/or leukopaks for generation of Accucell line products of cryopreserved cells. In addition to these tasks, this role will provide general support for RNA/DNA extractions and assays such as ELISAs.
Essential functions of the job include but are not limited to:
Receive inventory and process fresh biological samples:
- Receive and inventory all incoming fresh biological samples into electronic LIMS database
- Perform cell isolations and/or separate whole blood and body fluids into various components
- Perform cryopreservation of all isolated cells
- Prepare all reagents used in lab
- Create and perform first key of data collection sheets
- Perform equipment preventive maintenance
- Perform cell thawing and counting
Miscellaneous:
- Order and inspect lab supplies
- Respond to freezer alarms in accordance to standard operating procedure
- Carry out other duties/projects as assigned
Qualifications:
Minimum Required:
- Associate’s degree (Biology, Chemistry or Life Sciences) or equivalent combination of education and experience
Other Required:
- Must possess basic laboratory skills and be trained in aseptic technique
- Requires good attention to detail, excellent documentation skills and must work well in a group environment
- Ability to lift and carry between 1-15 lbs.; Ability to lift up to 50 lbs. overhead with assistance; frequently required to sit, grasp, and use right/left finger dexterity; May be exposed to a cold freezer environment (Freezer temperatures range between -20ºC -196ºC)
- Must be able to read, write, speak fluently and comprehend the English language
Preferred:
- Bachelor’s degree (Biology, Chemistry or Life Sciences)
- 1-2 years’ relevant laboratory experience
- Isolating PBMCs from whole blood or leukopheresis
- Previous experience with a LIMS
- Previous experiences with a QMS
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