Laboratory Technician

SUMMARY

Staff Laboratory Technician is responsible for providing support to the Laboratory and includes: receiving materials and supplies; receiving and processing samples; performing laboratory maintenance and calibration of standard equipment; cleaning and organizing laboratory, and collecting and preparing samples for analysis. Laboratory Technicians are expected to assist Chemists and Microbiologists and perform various tasks in support of laboratory operations.

TECHNICIAN - DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES

• Receives and processes samples and laboratory materials/supplies
• Collects environmental monitoring and water samples
• Performs inventory of laboratory supplies, API, and chemicals

• Washes dishes, maintains cleanliness of laboratory work and inventory areas, maintains cleanliness of equipment and tools, organizes supplies and laboratory work benches, and other general lab duties
• Documents work and maintains good laboratory records in notebooks and on controlled documentation (good documentation practices)
• Performs daily laboratory tasks including temperature monitoring of incubators and refrigerators (environmental monitoring of laboratory), humidity checks, balance and pipette calibration/verifications, pH meter checks, etc.
• Cleans and records maintenance of eyewash in logbook
• Transports and disposes of general laboratory trash and waste

• Transports and disposes of laboratory hazardous waste into the central collection drums
• Sample preparation/analysis for potency and impurities, sub-visible particulates, drug release and disintegration (dissolution), pH, water activity, sterility testing, bioburden, endotoxins, and other lab testing procedures as assigned
• Prepares solutions such as test solutions, buffers, standards, markers and mobile phases

• Performs advanced testing techniques and utilizes analytical or automated systems for sample analysis including HPLC, UPLC, FTIR, Solaris Rapid Bioburden, etc.
• Performs filter integrity testing

• Performs analytical testing such as Dissolution, TLC, UV-Vis, Sub-visible Particulate, FTIR, Water Activity, pH, TLC, Container Closure, etc.
• Trains other technicians to perform standard testing procedures
• Assists in Beyond Use Date testing and stability program management as assigned
• Helps develop new methods for analytical procedures
• May assist in the development of SOPs, STPs, and work instructions

• May assist with projects and Research and Development work as assigned

SKILLS AND QUALIFICATIONS

• Ability to learn new tasks in a high paced environment and comply with quality standards to meet deadlines
• Basic knowledge of scientific principles and concepts with good mathematical and reasoning ability

• Self-motivated with good time management and organizational skills
• Beginner/intermediate proficiency in Word, Excel, and Outlook
• Ability to work independently as well as in a team environment
• Effectively communicates, verbally and in writing, and interprets and follows instructions
• Attention to detail, exceptional observation skills, organization, and thorough documentation capabilities

• Willingness to learn new concepts and adapts in an environment with constant change
• Displays a high level of integrity

• Ability to comply with quality standards while working independently or in a team

• Self-motivated with superior time management skills. Must have the ability to work in a high paced environment and meet strict deadlines
• Intermediate/advanced ability in Word, Excel, Outlook, PowerPoint
• Intermediate/advanced knowledge of scientific principles and concepts with strong mathematical and reasoning ability
• Effectively communicates, verbally and in writing, and interprets and follows instructions
• Attention to detail, exceptional observation skills, organization, and thorough documentation

Covetrus is an equal opportunity/affirmative action employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to sex, gender identity, sexual orientation, race, color, religion, national origin, disability, protected Veteran status, age, or any other characteristic protected by law.

Jobs that are in Colorado and other applicable area: If you are a Colorado applicant or applying for another applicable area, you are eligible to receive information about the salary range and benefits for this role. Please feel free to ask for further details when applying to the role.

Job Type: Full-time

Benefits:

• 401(k)
• Dental insurance
• Health insurance
• Paid time off
• Vision insurance

Schedule:

• 8 hour shift

Ability to commute/relocate:

• Phoenix, AZ 85023: Reliably commute or planning to relocate before starting work (Required)

Application Question(s):

• What hourly rate are you looking for in a new position?

Work Location: One location