Biorepository Technician I

Position Summary:

The Biorepository Technician I will assist in shipment & receipt, the retrieval and preservation of biological samples that arrive daily or are stored in the repository.

Essential functions of the job include but are not limited to:

Biorepository:

• Keep up with daily pull list
• Re-file material as needed
• Assist with inventory reduction

Receive biological samples: 

• Unpack specimens and record information
• Store at appropriate temperature following guidelines for frozen and ambient samples
• Document all discrepancies, along with notifying manager or person responsible of order

Receive laboratory supplies: 

• Verify shipment contents against packing list

Shipping biological samples:

• Labeling of blocks, slides, and vials as needed
• Preform QC check of samples to client spreadsheet
• Prepare and pack box for shipment

Miscellaneous:

• Keep current with SOP’s and IATA Shipping Regulations and maintain certification and standard