The Biorepository Technician will perform with a high degree of accuracy and quality a variety of laboratory-related activities including cryopreservation of biological samples that arrive daily in the repository.

• Respond to freezer alarms in accordance with standard operating procedures
• Monitor freezers, refrigerator and room temperatures as assigned by Manager

Receive biological samples:

• Unpack specimens and record all pertinent information in Incoming Shipment Batch and incoming folder
• Create a folder to house all associated paperwork
• Store at appropriate temperature following guidelines set by procedures
• Distribute confirmation of shipment receipt form if required by project

Inventory of Frozen Biological Samples:

• Utilize Quality Control Vials to estimate volume of frozen samples
• Check information on sample vial against information provided by the study site
• Scan samples into data management system, BSI
• Correct paperwork where necessary and inform supervisor/manager of any discrepancies by generating a discrepancy report
• Assist in the inventory of returned specimens
• Aliquot frozen specimens utilizing aseptic technique

Retrieve Frozen Samples from Inventory:

• Pull samples according to requisition, SOP, and instructions
• Perform quality control verification of outgoing samples
• Update Outgoing Batch Record
• Investigate missing specimens using the BSI and hardcopy data
• Contact receiving labs prior to shipment to confirm shipping address and ensure contact will be available to receive specimens
• Ship samples (dangerous and non-dangerous goods) by Commercial or local courier
• Complete all paperwork (background forms, link-up forms, aliquot forms, return forms or BSI data collection sheets and any other forms which may be necessary)

Miscellaneous:

• Perform annual competency assessments for Repository staff
• Label vials and shipping boxes
• Perform dry shipper QC
• Coordinate Repository Equipment preventative maintenance
• Keep current on IATA Shipping Regulations and maintain certification and standards
• Carry out other duties/projects as assigned

• This role will suit someone with experience of working as a Technician, Laboratory Assistant or a logistics background.

• Candidates must have experience of using Inventory systems/databases.

• We are looking for a flexible team player who can change directions quickly and respond to a variety of Repository needs.

• Candidates must be eligible to work in Germany without requiring sponsorship and be able to communicate effectively in the English language. 

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