Senior Lab Tech - Media/Buffer Prep

In this role, you will report to the Supervisor of Site Services and will work closely with the Avantor's Lab and Production Services team of over 1,500 on- and off-site expert personnel - and our customers - to perform customized, mission-based lab work and research protocols that help return time back to science.

Location:Waltham, MA 02401

Shift:Mon - Fri, 7:00 am - 3:30 pm

Wage Range: $28 - 30 per hour

Benefits:

• Health and Wellness: Medical, Dental, Vision and Wellness programs (eligible for medical coverage on day 1)

• Time Off: Paid Time Off (PTO), and Company paid holidays,

• Financial Well Being: Spending Accounts: Flexible Spending Account (FSA), Health Savings Accounts (HSA), commuter benefits, 401(k), tuition assistance, employee stock purchase plan discount,

• Added Protection Coverage: To include critical illness, hospital indemnity, accident, legal, identity theft protection, pet, auto and home insurance,

• Recognition: Celebrate your peers and earn points to redeem on gifts and products.

What we're looking for:

• High school diploma or GED required; Bachelor or Associate degree preferred.

• 1-2 years' experience in a laboratory setting and understanding of laboratory equipment.

• Basic computer skills including Microsoft Office with proficiency in Word and Excel.

• Valid Driver's License and transportation.

• Requires knowledge in using various instruments to prepare for and perform tests.

• Must be able to lift up to 25lbs minimum.

How you will thrive and create an impact:

Avantor's Lab and Production Services team is a crucial part of the Avantor Services group serving over 500 customers in biopharma, pharmaceutical, educational, industrial, and high-tech industries with customizable, flexible solutions and end-to-end laboratory operations support.

In this role you will:

• Complete routine laboratory procedures such as but not limited to preparation of solvents, buffers, resins, reagent solutions, media prep, mixing of chemicals, etc.

• Prepare samples for analysis including blanks and standards, data entry of sample log, and preparation of sample submission tables.

• Report timely and accurate test results according to laboratory policies and procedures

• Perform routine maintenance of lab instruments and troubleshooting.

• Perform small scale purification post-processing including filling racks, combining fractions, dry down, weighing, checking fractions, and obtaining final LCMS.

• Store chemicals properly, dispose of chemical waste, adhere to safety procedures, and participate in safety programs.

• Manage inventory, maintain, process, and order laboratory supplies including glassware, and chemicals for biotech/pharmaceutical processes.

• Update template logbook.

• Maintain files, track orders, and process shipping requests.

• Track and document chemical usage and inventory.

• Glass wash and restocking, chemical repacking, cylinder delivery and pickup, managing dry ice and liquid nitrogen dispensing, and waste disposal.

• Maintain clean room to prevent contamination and integrity of production.

• Operate laboratory equipment and instruments.

• Calibrate balances and pH meters.

• Clean and prepare dissolution baths and sonicators.

• Conduct hardness tests, appearance tests, Karl Fischer tests and disintegration tests.

• Label samples and set up trays for studies.

• Run inventory and label reference standards.

• Inspect laboratory safety stations.

• Complete basic routine laboratory procedures such as but not limited to preparation of solvents, buffers, resins, reagent solutions, media prep, mixing of chemicals, etc.

• Track and document chemical usage and inventory.

• Aliquot preparation for stocking in labs

• Clean Bio Safety Cabinets monthly/quarterly

• Track FBS usage and report to the proper scientist. This should include a graph to plot current use rate vs historical data for ordering purposes

• Maintain a log for QC procedure for created buffers

• Order consumables, tools and instruments needed for the role in Coupa

• Work on safety and process improvements and communicate those with the Team Lead

• Cross train on Chemistry TLS team and work to coordinate that all daily responsibilities are completed. This includes daily help in reagent management

• Review and change SOPs as needed. Help other team members with SOP review

• Help train LRCs on what to look for with buffers and media, and ensure handoffs and coordination are as efficient as possible

• Other duties as assigned

Disclaimer:
The above statements are intended to describe the general nature and level of work being performed by employees assigned to this classification. 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 is proud to be an equal opportunity employer.

Why Avantor?

Dare to go further in your career. Join our global team of 14,000+ associates whose passion for discovery and determination to overcome challenges relentlessly advances life-changing science.

The work we do changes people's lives for the better. It brings new patient treatments and therapies to market, giving a cancer survivor the chance to walk his daughter down the aisle. It enables medical devices that help a little boy hear his mom's voice for the first time. Outcomes such as these create unlimited opportunities for you to contribute your talents, learn new skills and grow your career at Avantor.

We are committed to helping you on this journey through our diverse, equitable and inclusive culture which includes learning experiences to support your career growth and success. At Avantor, dare to go further and see how the impact of your contributions set science in motion to create a better world. Apply today!

EEO Statement:

We are an Equal Employment/Affirmative Action employer and VEVRAA Federal Contractor. We do not discriminate in hiring on the basis of sex, gender identity, sexual orientation, race, color, religious creed, national origin, physical or mental disability, protected Veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by federal, state/province, or local law.

If you need a reasonable accommodation for any part of the employment process, please contact us by email at recruiting@avantorsciences.comand 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.

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