Biologist

Responsibilities:

• Follow approved SOPs and GCLP guidelines to complete specimen processing of clinical blood samples in an organized, aseptic, high-throughput manner.
• Place and/or remove specimens from appropriate biorepository freezers and liquid nitrogen tanks.
• Accept and sign chain of custody requests for clinical samples sent to and from the NIH Clinic and extramural collaborators following regulatory and protocol requirements.
• Prepare shipments with appropriate labeling and temperature requirements.
• Adjust quickly to changes in schedule as clinical trial volunteers blood draw time or date changes.
• Perform specimen processing using aseptic techniques according to protocol.
• Register and maintain samples in the Laboratory Information Management System (e.g. Freezerworks).
• Wear appropriate Personal Protective Equipment (PPE) in a BSL-2 laboratory.
• Work collaboratively with team members to complete all tasks for the day, but also be accountable as an individual for personal tasks.
• Utilize and maintain various laboratory equipment such as Biological Safety Cabinet (BSC), centrifuge, pipettes, liquid nitrogen tank, and others.
• Write and revise SOPs within VIP's electronic database.

Experience Required / Requirements:

• Bachelors degree in a related field plus 1+ years of experience in a BSL-2 laboratory.
• IT skills such that candidate knows or can quickly learn to utilize LIMS, MasterControl (CQMS), Microsoft Office, etc.
• Ability to work well with others and independently.
• Ideal, but not required: experience in a GCLP environment and IATA infectious substance nd B shipping certification.
• Strong organization and time management skills.
• Detail oriented while performing laboratory tasks.
• Ability to perform under time constraints and meet deadlines.
• Follows directions and protocols without deviations.