Avantor

Onsite Sr Lab Technician

Gaithersburg, MD · Senior · Contract

Sponsorship not specifiedDetected 2 days ago

ComplianceExcelInventory ManagementGMPMedical DevicesResearchCommunicationProblem SolvingMicrosoft OfficeGxP

About the role

Your work will help return valuable time back to science while ensuring sample integrity, regulatory compliance, and operational efficiency.

Maintain accurate sample records, inventory, and documentation
Manage laboratory supplies and monitor inventory levels
Perform routine equipment checks and coordinate maintenance as needed
Support process improvements to enhance laboratory efficiency and quality
Collaborate with scientists, laboratory staff, and other stakeholders to support daily operations
Perform other duties as assigned
In this role, you will report to the Area Operations Manager and work closely with Avantor's Advanced Laboratory Services professionals to support our customer's scientific operations through specialized laboratory support, biological sample management, inventory control, and laboratory operations excellence.

High school diploma or GED required
Minimum 3-5 years of experience in laboratory operations, laboratory support services, sample management, or related scientific operations
Experience working independently in a customer-facing laboratory environment
They are not intended to be construed as an exhaustive list of all responsibilities, duties and skills required of employees assigned to this position.

Avantor works with a preferred supplier list and will take the initiative to engage with recruitment agencies based on its needs and will not be accepting any form of solicitation.
Associate or Bachelor's degree in Laboratory Science, Biology, Chemistry, Life Sciences, or related field preferred
Experience supporting research, biotech, pharmaceutical, or laboratory environments preferred
Experience with biological sample handling and laboratory inventory management is strongly preferred

Experience with Laboratory Information Management Systems (LIMS)
Proficiency with Microsoft Office applications, including intermediate to advanced Excel skills
Familiarity with electronic inventory management systems and laboratory databases
Experience with sample accessioning, tracking, inventory reconciliation, and chain-of-custody documentation
Experience utilizing customer laboratory systems, instrument software, and electronic documentation platforms
Ability to lift 50 lbs.
Ability to stand and walk for extended periods throughout a laboratory facility
Strong analytical, organizational, and problem-solving skills
Ability to work independently with limited supervision
Strong written and verbal communication skills
Experience working in GxP, GLP, GMP, or other regulated laboratory environments
Knowledge of biosafety, privacy, and ethical requirements related to Human Biological Samples (HBS)

The expected pre-tax pay for this position is
$45,000.00 - $72,450.00 Actual pay may differ depending on relevant factors such as prior experience and geographic location.

We are an Equal Employment/Affirmative Action employer and VEVRAA Federal Contractor.
What we're looking for

If you need a reasonable accommodation for any part of the employment process, please contact us by email at recruiting@avantorsciences.com and let us know the nature of your request and your contact information.
Requests for accommodation will be considered on a case-by-case basis.
Please note that only inquiries concerning a request for reasonable accommodation will be responded to from this email address.
For more information about equal employment opportunity protections, please view the Know Your Rights poster.

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