Biorepository Coordinator Job at Thermo Fisher Scientific, Austin, TX

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  • Thermo Fisher Scientific
  • Austin, TX

Job Description

Work Schedule

Standard (Mon-Fri)

Environmental Conditions

Laboratory Setting, Office

Do you have a passion for innovative ideas and groundbreaking discoveries? With over $1 billion invested annually in R&D, at Thermo Fisher Scientific you’ll help solve some of the world’s toughest challenges, from giving cancer patients hope, ensuring safe drinking water and helping law enforcement tackle cases through forensics. We empower our teams to put science into meaningful action and give our R&D colleagues the autonomy, resources and tools they need to take science a step beyond.

Location/Division Specific Information

This role is located in Austin, TX, within our dynamic Life Sciences Group. Join us in at Life Technologies Clinical Services Lab that is dedicated to patient testing, scientific excellence and innovation.

Discover Impactful Work:

As a Biorepository Coordinator, you will have a meaningful role in advancing scientific research within the Clinical Sequencing Division. You will use your expertise in oncology specimen handling, management and testing. Your work will contribute to the future of health by helping customers find cures for cancer to treat millions of patients globally. 

A day in the Life:

  • Manage physical sample inventory, ensure accurate handling and appropriate storage of the biospecimens such as FFPE blocks, slides, curls and plasma , in a BSL2 environment

  • Use inventory management software applications for sample traceability

  • Liaise with internal and external customers for sample procurements requests

  • Conduct DNA/RNA extraction, NGS library preparation, and sequencing.

  • Review biospecimen screening results

Keys to Success:

  • Follow best practices for sample handling and laboratory procedures.

  • Accurately follow protocols and recognize deviations.

  • Collaborate effectively to achieve pre-defined goals.

  • Prepare regular reports detailing sample procurement requests.

Education

  • Bachelors or Masters degree in Biological Science, Chemistry, Biochemistry, Biomedical Engineering, or related field.

Experience

  • At least 2 years of laboratory experience in academic or industry settings.

  • Experience working in regulated environments. 

  • Industrial experience in sample management.

  • Prior h istology experience such as microtomy and H&E staining preferred

Knowledge, Skills, Abilities

  • Strong organizational, communication and teamwork abilities.

  • Emphasis on attention to details 

  • Strong theoretical understanding and hands-on laboratory skills.

  • Excellent documentation, writing, and presentation skills.

  • Nucleic acid isolation, PCR & RT-PCR skills and/or ne xt-generation technologies such as library prep and sequencing experieince are preferred

Physical Requirements / Work Environment

This role requires working in a laboratory environment, handling biological samples and operating various lab equipment. Strict adherence to safety protocols is essential.

Benefits

We provide attractive compensation, an annual incentive plan bonus, healthcare coverage, and a variety of employee benefits. Thermo Fisher Scientific offers excellent opportunities for career growth and development within a dynamic company culture that values integrity, drive, participation, and creativity.

Our Mission is to enable our customers to make the world healthier, cleaner and safer. Watch as our colleagues explain 5 reasons to work with us. A one team of 100,000+ colleagues, we share a common set of values - Integrity, Intensity, Innovation and Involvement - working together to accelerate research, solve complex scientific challenges, drive technological innovation and support patients in need. #StartYourStory at Thermo Fisher Scientific, where diverse experiences, backgrounds and perspectives are va lued.

Apply today!

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