Biorepository Junior Scientist (f/m/d)

Biorepository Junior Scientist (f/m/d) – Lab / biological / BSL2 / Microsoft / German

Projekt:
For our client in the Roche Rotkreuz based in Rotkreuz we are looking for a Biorepository Junior Scientist (f/m/d)

Background:

The Biospecimen & Acquisition Management team (BAM) at Roche Diagnostics International is part of a global support team spanning Rotkreuz-Switzerland, Pleasanton-California, Penzberg -Germany and Tucson-Arizona.
The BAM team is a chapter within Roche Diagnostic Solutions which leads the acquisition and management of biological materials and its associated data to support our R&D activities. BAM collaborates with Roche Diagnostic Solutions (RDS) Networks to ensure that our internal customer requirements for biological materials are agreed to, via formal established processes, communicated to on a periodic basis, and met per commitment in compliance with Good Laboratory Practices, Good Clinical Data Management Practices, Quality, and Business standards.
The junior scientist/technician will facilitate the daily operation associated primarily with biorepository management of the samples.
This contract position will be based at RDI campus located in Rotkreuz, Switzerland and can be 60-100% for 1 year with the possibility of extension.

Tasks & Responsibilities
* Inventory Management – Maintain an accurate physical inventory of biological materials in the biospecimen repository, conduct monthly periodic checks for assessment, monitor storage availability and resolve discrepancies as presented
* Lab & Equipment management – Monitor lab supplies, maintain equipment (freezers & fridges) physical upkeep including filter cleaning, ice removal and general monitoring for ergonomic improvements as required.
* Equipment Quality Management – Support and monitor equipment documentation such as Qualification, Decommissioning, Repairs, Risk Analysis, Periodic reviews etc.
* In collaboration & under supervision of the current biorepository team; support biorepository daily operations including; sample receipt, verification, retrievals and distribution and shipments related activities (import & export following IATA regulations).
* Follow departmental work instructions, SOP’s, GLPs to perform assigned tasks. Duties include handling hazardous biological materials (BSL-2).
* Maintain compliance with BSM processes and information in a validated laboratory information management system (LIMS) for Good Clinical Practices and Quality Standards.

Must Haves:
* Apprenticeship as Biology Lab Technician or BSc/Msc in biological discipline
* 1-3 years experience in biorepository management, sample handling, or laboratory technician/assistant areas
* Good IT skills in Microsoft Office (Excel, Word) and Google Suite
* Proficient in English written or orally, German would be a bonus
* Physical ability to lift objects up to 30 lbs and to work with dry ice (-80 degree freezers) and human biological samples in a BSL2 lab
* Self-motivated individual & team player who can maintain quality, accuracy, and timeliness of deliverables
* Excellent interpersonal skills and stakeholder management
* Good organizational, written and verbal communication skills including excellent excel proficiency.
* Interest in the Quality Management field

Reference No.: 921266SGR
Role: Biorepository Junior Scientist
Industry: Pharma
Location: Rotkreuz
Workload: 60–100%
Start: 01.04.2022
Duration: 12++
Deadline: 20.03.2022

Should you find yourself suitable for this position then please send us your complete CV using the link in this advert. If the position is not a perfect match and you wish to receive other opportunities directly, you can send us your CV anyway via this advert or to jobs[at]itcag[dot]com.

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About us:

ITech Consult is a certified ISO 9001:2015 Swiss company with offices also located in Germany and Ireland. ITech Consult is specialised in delivering IT and Life Science candidates for contract work. We were founded in 1997 by IT professionals; hence we well understand what it means to be professionally supported in your search for a new project and being employed.