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Biospecimen Repository Specialist

Employer
Medical Science & Computing (MSC), a Dovel company
Location
Bethesda, Maryland
Start date
May 12, 2022

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Discipline
Science/R&D, Biology, Chemistry, Research, Laboratory, Microbiology
Required Education
Bachelors Degree
Position Type
Full time
Hotbed
BioCapital

We are currently searching for a Biospecimen Repository Specialist to support the acquisition and management of biological samples used in research and development activities. This role encompasses managing daily operations, including inventory tracking, processing, distribution, storage, withdrawal, shipment, and destruction of biological material in the biorepository. This is a full-time, on-site opportunity in Bethesda, MD.  

 

 

Duties & Responsibilities
  • Develop and assist in new assays for application based on requests from investigators.
  • Recognize and initiate the investigation into problems with clinical laboratory procedures and equipment.
  • Determine when modifications and adjustments are necessary for experiments.
  • Provide training to staff on the performance of laboratory experiments, assays, and protocols.
  • Provide one-on-one and group training related to safety standards on usage and disposal of chemicals and reagents.
  • Perform a variety of laboratory techniques and procedures.
  • Perform routine analysis and tests on specimens in the laboratory.
  • Perform routine experiments and tests; follow established procedures and protocols.
  • Prepare materials and equipment for experiments.
  • Maintain stocked supplies and records of working reagents, including fixatives, buffers, solvents, and staining.
  • Process and organize multiple samples simultaneously.
  • Maintain inventory system and sample storage according to outlined guidelines.
  • Ensure that policies and procedures regarding sample retrieval and use are followed.
  • Store new samples, update database, retrieve samples with proper authorization.
  • Upkeep sample and database inventory; monitor overall sample inventory.
  • Work with staff to implement storage and distribution of biological samples for future scientific research.
  • Collect and enter research data into laboratory notebooks and databases.
  • Work with staff on the maintenance of laboratory logs and databases.
  • Ensure that supplies and consumables are ready and on hand as necessary for maximum efficiency in the laboratory.
  • Ensure that adequate clean inventory is available for immediate usage.
  • Perform experiments on samples according to protocols.
  • Perform routine experiments and tests; follow established procedures and protocols.
  • Monitor inventory levels and proper storage of materials and supplies in accordance with established policies and procedures.
  • Establish and maintain a record of laboratory supply usage.
  • Monitor and inventory routine laboratory supplies; ensure that supplies are stocked and organized.
  • Manage the laboratory logistics and supply flow by tracking the consumption of laboratory materials.
  • Inventory laboratory supplies and equipment, make recommendations and prepare purchase requests.
  • Perform laboratory maintenance tasks, including scheduling liquid waste container pickup.
  • Monitor equipment performance and maintenance schedules.
  • Assist in troubleshooting and calibrating various laboratory equipment and instruments.
  • Monitor and maintain contracts for laboratory equipment and monitor equipment performance and maintenance schedule.
  • Follow established procedures and protocols; utilize aseptic technique to perform experiments.
  • Perform routine analysis and tests on specimens in the laboratory.
  • Perform experiments on samples according to protocols.
  • Perform routine experiments and tests; follow established procedures and protocols.
  • Provide experimental progress updates on procedures performed in the laboratory.
  • Record details of experimental procedures, results and protocols.
  • Collect, analyze, and interpret data; prepare summaries and reports based on results and findings.
  • Coordinate general laboratory maintenance, including equipment upkeep and calibration.
  • Perform laboratory maintenance tasks, including scheduling liquid waste container pickup.
  • Perform preventive maintenance on laboratory equipment.
  • Maintain technical acuity requirements.
  • Prepare training materials and presentations for staff training.
  • Train new laboratory members in the correct use of equipment, application of techniques and laboratory protocols.
  • Work with staff to monitor and ensure that appropriate laboratory safety courses and certifications for staff are up to date.

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Requirements

 

Qualifications:

  • Bachelor’s in Biochemical Sciences or Microbiology
  • At least 5 years of experience
  • Desired certifications:
    • National Committee for Clinical Laboratory Standards (NCCLS)
    • Clinical Laboratory Improvement Amendments (CLIA)
    • Laboratory Animal Technician (LAT)
    • Good Clinical Practice (GCP)
    • Biosafety Level 2 (BSL 2)

 

 

 

Skills:

  • Magnetic Resonance Imaging (MRI), Computed Tomography (CT), Ultrasounds, Positron Emission Tomography (PET), Bioluminescence
  • Intramuscular Injections
  • Cell culture and blood sample processing
  • Equipment Maintenance
  • Ordering Supplies
  • SOP writing
  • Pipetting
  • DNA Purification
  • Cell culture
  • Primary cell culture
  • Enzyme-Linked Immunosorbent Assay (ELISA)
  • Western Blotting
  • Powerpoint
  • Outlook
  • MATLAB
  • NIH POTS
  • Excel

 

 

 

Company Description

Dovel Technologies and its Family of Companies (Medical Science & Computing and Ace Info Solutions) was acquired in October 2021.

 

Guidehouse is a leading global provider of consulting services to the public sector and commercial markets, with broad capabilities in management, technology, and risk consulting. By combining our public and private sector expertise, we help clients address their most complex challenges and navigate significant regulatory pressures focusing on transformational change, business resiliency, and technology-driven innovation. Across a range of advisory, consulting, outsourcing, and digital services, we create scalable, innovative solutions that help our clients outwit complexity and position them for future growth and success. The company has more than 12,000 professionals in over 50 locations globally. Guidehouse is a Veritas Capital portfolio company, led by seasoned professionals with proven and diverse expertise in traditional and emerging technologies, markets, and agenda-setting issues driving national and global economies.

 

Guidehouse is an Equal Employment Opportunity / Affirmative Action employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, national origin, ancestry, citizenship status, military status, protected veteran status, religion, creed, physical or mental disability, medical condition, marital status, sex, sexual orientation, gender, gender identity or expression, age, genetic information, or any other basis protected by law, ordinance, or regulation.

 

Guidehouse will consider for employment qualified applicants with criminal histories in a manner consistent with the requirements of applicable law or ordinance, including the Fair Chance Ordinance of Los Angeles and San Francisco.

 

If you have visited our website for information about employment opportunities or to apply for a position, and you require accommodation, please contact Guidehouse Recruiting at 1-571-633-1711 or via email at RecruitingAccommodation@guidehouse.com. All information you provide will be kept confidential and will be used only to the extent required to provide needed reasonable accommodation.

 

Guidehouse does not accept unsolicited resumes through or from search firms or staffing agencies. All unsolicited resumes will be considered the property of Guidehouse, and Guidehouse will not be obligated to pay a placement fee.

 

 

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