Sample Management Technician / R&D Technician in South San Francisco, CA

M-F 8am-5pm

• Will provide training on Tecan (Automated liquid handler)
• Masters degree will work
• Not looking for more troubleshooting and automation exp
• Need more sample management experience
• Degree in science field needed
• Pipetting and some calculations background

Top skills

• Organizational skills
• Pipetting
• detail oriented
• multitasking

Summary

• We are seeking a Discovery Operations Associate with experience in the daily operations that will support activities in the compound management lab facilitating the tasks of Biology, Chemistry, DMPK, and Translational Medicine departments.
• The candidate will be working closely with senior staff members and be accountable for the execution and handling of lab needs, including but not limited to: storage, inventory, distribution, and requesting purchases of supplies.
• Willing to train candidate.

Key Accountabilities/Core Job Responsibilities:

• Supports the weekly compound processing including preparation of powders and DMSO stock solutions from in-house chemists, as well as local/international CRO/Collaborators
• Works collaboratively for the shipment/receipt of compounds, including verification, processing, and storage of samples
• Daily compound retrieval and distribution for assay screening and one-off requests from various researchers to ensure on-time delivery to support Discovery departments; will work with automated liquid handlers and other instruments for daily tasks
• Maintenance of compound inventory for short/long term storage
• Keep lab stocked with necessary supplies and request purchase orders as needed

Qualifications/Experience/Education Requirements:

• BS or equivalent degree in chemistry and/or biological sciences with at least 3 years working full time in a laboratory setting either in an academia or industry
• Experience in robotics, such as automated storage systems and operating/programming various liquid handlers to facilitate compound sample processing is preferred
• Working knowledge and experience with inventory/request database systems for compound and biological sample management is highly desirable
• Proficient in common computer applications (Microsoft Word, Excel, and PowerPoint)
• Excellent interpersonal skills, collaborative drive to work with peers, partners, and others, including individuals outside of the team and functional area, to develop important relationships with staff and key stakeholders
• Results and detail-oriented; self-motivated
• Strong organizational skills
• General knowledge of overall drug development process relevant to pharmaceutical and/or biotech organizations

Must Have Requirements:

• 3+ year wet lab experience in either academia or industry
• Demonstrate ability to follow SOPs
• Detail oriented and ability to multitasking

What is nice to have but not required:

• Sample management experience
• Experience with LIMS database and inventory software
• 3 Operation of liquid handler and other automation equipment

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