Senior Research Technician - Cancer Center Biologic Therapy Core Facility

Scheduled Hours

40

Position Summary

The Siteman Cancer Center is seeking an organized and motivated life sciences professional to join the Biologic Therapy Core Facility (BTCF). The BTCF, a shared resource of the Siteman Cancer Center, operates and maintains an FDA-registered cleanroom facility designed to manufacture custom biologics for early phase clinical trials. Successful candidates will work independently or as a member of a project team to perform complex research studies, experiments and assays. This position will serve as a critical team member responsible for implementing and sustaining research projects, and upholding current Good Manufacturing Practices (cGMP).

Job Description

Primary Duties & Responsibilities:

• Execute technical procedures to support manufacturing of custom biologics (e.g., cell therapies, vaccines, imaging agents, etc.) for early phase clinical trial.
• Work with Lab management to develop new, and improve existing, research protocols to support project/program objectives.
• Ensure laboratory activities and research protocols comply with all laboratory Quality Management System and laboratory safety objectives and procedures.
• Ensure lab conditions and equipment are properly cleaned and maintained in accordance with established procedures.
• Assist in the training laboratory staff and/or Project Team personnel on laboratory procedures to ensure compliance with all laboratory standards.
• Participate in rotating off-hours "on-call" response to emergency alarms or occasional support.

Working Conditions:

Works in a laboratory environment with potential exposure to biological and chemical hazards.
Must be physically able to wear protective equipment and to provide standard care to research animals.

The above statements are intended to describe the general nature and level of work performed by people assigned to this classification. They are not intended to be construed as an exhaustive list of all job duties performed by the personnel so classified. Management reserves the right to revise or amend duties at any time.

Required Qualifications

Education:

Master's degree or combination of education and/or experience may substitute for minimum education.

Certifications/Professional Licenses:

No specific certification/professional license is required for this position.

Work Experience:

Laboratory Setting (1 Year)

Skills:

Not Applicable

Driver's License:

A driver's license is not required for this position.

More About This Job

Preferred Qualifications:

• Experience working in a life science laboratory using standard laboratory equipment.
• Experience following documented laboratory procedures.
• Strong written/verbal communication skills and ability to maintain complete and organized records/reports.
• Proficiency with Microsoft Office Suite (Outlook, Excel, Word, Access).
• Experience in an academic/clinical laboratory or manufacturing setting that is accredited/regulated by an external governing body (e.g., CAP, FDA).
• Experience with aseptic technique, cell culture, basic molecular biology applications, ELISA, Flow Cytometry and/or other cell sorting applications.
• Experience using clinical centrifuges, automated cell counters, biosafety cabinets/fume hoods, tissue culture incubators and other general laboratory equipment.
• Experience working within a cleanroom facility or other closed system laboratory environments (i.e., animal husbandry barrier facility).
• Experience writing and revising Standard Operating Procedures (SOPs).
• Demonstrated ability to work independently or as an integrated member of a team.

Preferred Qualifications

Education:

No additional education unless stated elsewhere in the job posting.

Certifications/Professional Licenses:

No additional certification/professional licenses unless stated elsewhere in the job posting.

Work Experience:

No additional work experience unless stated elsewhere in the job posting.

Skills:

Communication, Laboratory Instrumentation, Recordkeeping, Software Program, Working Independently

Grade

R08-H