BIOREPOSITORY TECHNICIAN

Position Title: Biorepository Technician

The Biomedical Research Institute (BRI) in Rockville, MD is a non-profit company that serves the global biomedical research community. BRI is home to a large cold storage biorepository that stores valuable biospecimens for scientists and physicians conducting clinical studies in order to understand infectious diseases. We are seeking a Biorepository Technician to work in our biorepository department.

POSITION SUMMARY

The BRI Biorepository seeks a team member to coordinate the receipt of biospecimens from clinical study sites for proper accessioning and cold storage. The Biorepository Technician performs sample retrieval from cold storage units to prepare biospecimens for shipping from BRI to various laboratories in the U.S. This position supports a large network of clinical trials around the world utilizing protocols detailing inventory management, cold chain custody, and sample distribution.

ESSENTIAL DUTIES & RESPONSIBILITIES

• Biospecimen handling, processing, inventorying, accessioning, and bar-coding while strictly maintaining sample integrity. This includes sample placement into and retrieval from ultra-low temperature freezers and liquid nitrogen (LN2) storage tanks
• Identify, retrieve, package, and prepare biological specimens from freezers and LN2 storage systems for shipment to research labs and study sites
• Utilize BRI LIMS to perform data entry, specimen tracking and recording client requisition(s)
• Cold chain custody:  receiving and shipping of biospecimens in accordance with BRI’s SOPs and compliance with DOT/IATA regulations
• Assist with local and international cold chain logistics for liquid nitrogen dewars and dry-ice shipments
• Communicate and collaborate effectively with multiple team members to provide details on sample management, quality control measures, and documentation
• Provide data for BRI clients, regulatory auditors, and accreditation entities
• Conduct all duties in accordance with BRI safety policies
• Perform other duties as required

MINIMUM REQUIREMENTS

• Education: Bachelor’s degree preferred
• Experience: 1-2 years in a laboratory environment, preferably a GLP, GMP or regulated facility.
• Meticulous with strong verbal and written communications
• Skilled in MS Office Suite
• Ability to lift 25 pounds

In addition to a competitive salary, BRI offers a generous benefits package.

Benefits:

• 401(K)
• Paid time off
• Health insurance
• Dental insurance
• Life insurance
• Vision insurance

This position is full-time and on-site.