Precision AQ

Data-driven drug access and launches

Biorepository Technician 2

Clinical Research OperationsConfirmed live in the last 24 hours

Full-timeFrederick, MD, USA$19 - $26.30In-person

About the Job

Requirements

A high school diploma or an equivalent combination of education and experience is required.
Two years of relevant work experience are required.
Basic laboratory skills and training in aseptic technique are required.
Current knowledge of IATA Shipping Regulations and maintenance of certification and standards are required.
Comfort with Excel and its functions, as well as BSI, is required.
Attention to detail and documentation skills are required, along with the ability to work in a group environment.
The ability to adapt to changing activities and directions and respond to varied assignments and business needs is required.
The ability to lift and carry 31–50 lbs. and lift up to 50 lbs. overhead with assistance is required. The role frequently involves prolonged sitting, standing, and walking, and occasionally involves squatting, bending, stooping, pushing, kneeling, reaching, and repetitive motion.
The role requires working in a cold freezer environment, with temperatures ranging from -20°C to -196°C.
Fluency in reading, writing, speaking, and comprehending English is required.
Candidates must be legally authorized to work in the country of employment without employer sponsorship.

Responsibilities

Investigate and resolve data discrepancies with project collaborators.
Prepare and analyze reports from BSI to identify possible errors in data.
Verify discrepancies noted by laboratory technicians or assistants during withdrawal or inventory procedures.
Complete investigation tasks in specimen requisitions.
Respond to freezer alarms in accordance with standard operating procedures.
Monitor freezers, refrigerators, and room temperatures as assigned by the manager.
Unpack specimens and record pertinent information in the Incoming Shipment Batch and incoming folder.
Create a folder to house associated paperwork.
Store specimens at the appropriate temperature according to procedures.
Distribute shipment receipt confirmation forms when required by a project.
Use Quality Control Vials to estimate the volume of frozen samples.
Check sample-vial information against information provided by the study site.
Scan samples into the BSI data management system.
Correct paperwork where necessary and report discrepancies to a supervisor or manager by generating a discrepancy report.
Assist with inventory of returned specimens.
Aliquot frozen specimens using aseptic technique.
Pull samples according to requisitions, standard operating procedures, and instructions.
Perform quality-control verification of outgoing samples.
Update the Outgoing Batch Record.
Investigate missing specimens using BSI and hard-copy data.
Contact receiving laboratories before shipment to confirm the shipping address and ensure a contact will be available to receive specimens.
Ship dangerous and non-dangerous goods by commercial or local courier.
Complete required paperwork, including background, link-up, aliquot, and return forms, BSI data collection sheets, and other necessary forms.
Perform annual competency assessments for Repository staff.
Label vials and shipping boxes.
Perform dry shipper quality control.
Coordinate and execute the quarterly temporary freezer inventory.
Coordinate Repository equipment preventive maintenance.
Maintain current knowledge of IATA Shipping Regulations and maintain certification and standards.
Carry out other assigned duties and projects.

Position Summary:

The Biorepository Technician II 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. Must be skilled in data reconciliation and using the reporting features of the BSI. Experienced in written and verbal communications with either commercial clients or government investigators and a strong documentation background in a laboratory setting with respect to regulatory requirements (cGMP, cGLP or ISO) and Standard Operating Procedures is a requirement. Flexible team player who can change directions quickly and respond to a variety of Repository needs.

Essential functions of the job include but are not limited to:

Data Reconciliation:

Investigate and resolve data discrepancies in conjunction with project collaborators
Prepare and analyze reports from the BSI to identify possible errors in data
Verify discrepancies noted by Lab Technicians/Assistants during withdrawal or inventory procedures
Complete Investigation tasks in specimen requisitions

Monitoring of freezers:

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 and execute the quarterly temporary freezer inventory
Coordinate Repository Equipment preventative maintenance
Keep current on IATA Shipping Regulations and maintain certification and standards
Carry out other duties/projects as assigned

Qualifications:

Minimum Required:

High School Diploma or equivalent combination of education and experience
2 years’ relevant work experience

Other Required:

Must possess basic laboratory skills and be trained in aseptic technique
Current knowledge of IATA Shipping Regulations and maintenance of certification and standards
Comfortability with excel and its functions, as well as BSI
Requires good attention to detail, excellent documentation skills and must work well in a group environment
Must be a flexible agile team player who can change activities and directions quickly and respond to a variety of assignment and changing business needs
Ability to lift and carry between 31-50 lbs.; Ability to lift up to 50 lbs. overhead with assistance; frequently required to sit, stand and walk for prolonged periods; occasionally required to squat, bend, stoop, push, kneel, reach and perform tasks with repetitive motion; Will be exposed to a cold freezer environment (Freezer temperatures range between -20ºC -196ºC)
Must be able to read, write, speak fluently and comprehend the English language

Precision is required by law in some states or cities to include a reasonable estimate of the compensation range for this role. This compensation range takes into account the wide range of factors that are considered in making compensation decisions including but not limited to: skill sets, experience and training, licensure and certifications, and other business and organizational needs. The disclosed range estimate has not been adjusted for the applicable geographic differential associated with the location at which the position may be filled.

Reasonable estimate of the current range

$19—$26.30 USD

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Candidates must be legally authorized to work in the country of employment without employer sponsorship.

Reasonable estimate of the current range 19 - 26.3 USD

About the Company

Precision AQ

Data-driven drug access and launches

Precision AQ helps pharmaceutical companies get FDA-approved medicines to patients by using data, evidence, and market insights to shape access and launches. Its services combine medical science, commercial strategy, and technology development to create new pathways for drug availability and timely delivery. The company partners with drug makers to plan launches and expansion, using analytical and creative approaches to make medicines reachable and effective in real-world settings. Unlike firms that focus only on science or marketing, Precision AQ blends data-driven insights with strategic execution across development and commercialization to accelerate patient access. The goal is to raise standards in healthcare accessibility and impact by getting the right medicines to the right patients faster.

Company size: 501-1,000
Company stage: Not listed
Total funding: Not listed
Headquarters: New York City, New York
Founded: Not listed

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