Job Description
Job DescriptionPosition: Laboratory Support Technician (Contract)
Location: Chesterfield, MO
Responsibilities:
- Duties and responsibilities will include maintenance and troubleshooting of various types of equipment (blood gas analyzers, cell analyzers, bioreactors, pH meters, etc.)
- Perform weekly calibration
- Order supplies and spare parts
- Interface with vendors for repairs as required
- The technician will be responsible for ordering and maintaining supplies for the laboratory, including chemicals, and will be required to keep the overall lab orderly and organized
- The technician will be cross-trained in other laboratory functions in order to provide backup, as needed
- Learn and practice basic aseptic procedures as per training and SOP's
- Learn to operate, clean and perform minor maintenance on equipment which includes filtration trains, autoclaves, utility units and CIP stations
- Assist in reading and reporting testing results using scientific instruments
- Completion of documents and log sheets
- Must comply with GMP requirements
Qualifications:
- High school diploma, Associate's degree, or BS/BA in Biotechnology, Biology, Biochemistry, or equivalent accepted
- A minimum of 0-3+ years of experience in a related role
- Must be able to calculate mathematical calculations and conversions
- Familiar with general safety procedures and guidelines
- Must be self-motivated and have strong attention to detail
- Good communication skills are required.